Caseworker - Southern

University and College Union have an opportunity for a Caseworker - Southern to join the team.

Location: Southampton

Salary: £22,060 p.a. (£55,152 Pro Rata)

Job Type: Part - Time, Permanent (Working 14 hours Per Week)

Close Date: 8th October 10:00am

About Us:

The University and College Union (UCU) represents over 120,000 academics, lecturers, trainers, instructors, researchers, managers, administrators, computer staff, librarians and postgraduates in universities, colleges, prisons, adult education and training organisations across the UK. We also have members in the private sector, for example in private training agencies and language schools, as well as members working on a freelance basis. Students training to teach in post-school education also belong to UCU.

Caseworker - Southern - The Role:

We are seeking a part time Caseworker for our Southern team to provide advice and representation to UCU members in personal casework matters. This exciting role is based in our Southampton office, and reports to the Regional Official, Southern Region.

Caseworker - Southern - Key Responsibilities:

- Advising members with problems and disputes arising from their employment

- Representing members at internal grievance and disciplinary hearings

- Representing and/or assisting members at external bodies, such as ACAS, employment tribunals and formal and informal mediations

- Maintaining effective relationships with branch officers carrying out member casework and providing them with advice and support and, on occasion, training

- Managing own caseload, effective administration of and progress of casework, under the Regional Official's supervision

You will be expected to work two full days per week, to be agreed on appointment. Some travel throughout the region will be required.

Caseworker - Southern - You:

- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent (inc. maths & English)

- Experience of a similar working environment and/or understanding of working for a trade union or other not-for-profit organisation

- With excellent communication skills

- Three plus years' experience of handling personal casework matters

- Knowledge of UK employment and equality law

- Advocacy and representation experience

- Familiar with the practice and procedure of employment tribunals

Caseworker - Southern - Benefits:

We offer a number of financial and welfare benefits to support our employees, highlights include:

- Supportive Family Policies: Embrace family life with enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity, and Shared Parental Leave schemes

- Health and Well-being Support: Access to confidential counselling 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme; advice and face-to-face intervention from via our Physiotherapy Advice Line; healthcare assessment

- Flexible Working: Take advantage of our Flexitime scheme, allowing you to tailor your work hours within our Work Life Balance policy

- Financial Assistance: Benefit from being enrolled in the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), childcare support, interest-free season ticket loans, and assistance with the cost of eyesight testing and glasses for DSE use

- Training and Development: Elevate your skills with tailored training, developmental support, and over 300 eLearning modules available through our online Training Room

Diversity and Inclusion Monitoring:

We are committed to building a diverse workforce, so we especially encourage applications from underrepresented and disadvantaged communities. We would greatly appreciate it if you could complete the diversity and inclusion data during your application. This helps us ensure that we continue attracting a diverse range of candidates.

Equal Opportunities:

UCU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Application Process:

If you have a disability and find it difficult to complete our standard application form, we are happy to accept applications in alternative formats. See website for more information.

To apply for this exciting Caseworker - Southern opportunity, click 'Apply' now.

Closing Date: 8th October 2024, 10:00amInterview Date: 24 October 2024