Private & Voluntary Sector Caseworker

UNISON is the UK’s leading public services trade union, with over 1.3 million members working in the public sector, private, voluntary and community sectors and in the energy services.

UNISON is a dynamic, progressive union, committed to equality. We encourage men and women of all ages, Black and minority ethnic groups, disabled people, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people to work with us.

High inflation and rocketing energy bills mean most workers in the private & voluntary & public sectors are worried how they are going to afford to feed their family and heat their home in the weeks ahead. UNISON is campaigning for real terms pay rises for all health & social care workers.

We are looking for a Private & Voluntary Sector Caseworker to undertake casework representing members. This role will require travel across Lincolnshire as the role will be visiting workplaces to further our objectives.

The successful candidate will bring their experience and skills in one-to-one communications & representation. Previous experience as workplace representative within a trade union or community organisation is essential. You will also need to demonstrate knowledge of trade unionism and our union’s values.

The post is aligned to the UNISON Pay Scales and Terms & Conditions and will be using UNISON aligned Policies and Procedures.

Annual leave entitlement on appointment will be 32 days plus bank holidays (including 4 additional days – Christmas Eve & 3 days between Christmas & New Year). Pro rata for part time.

Travel expenses are available for any business travel to support the role, the Branch and its members across the Nottinghamshire area.

The role will be remote, home-based with occasional requirements to visit the Branch Office in Nottingham. Actual days worked to be agreed between Branch Secretary & role holder.

To apply for this opportunity, please complete the application form below. 

The completed Application Form along with the Recruitment and Disability Monitoring Forms should be sent to: Branch Secretary, Neil Marsh neil.marsh@nottshc.nhs.uk 

If you have any questions about the post, please email the Branch Secretary on the above email address.

Please title your e-mail NHC/01 Private & Voluntary Sector Caseworker

The closing date for applications is 17.00 Friday 4 September

Interviews will be held on Thursday 17 September via MS Teams