Waltham Forest National Education Union
@wforest_neu
The official account of #WalthamForest @NEUnion, representing 3,000 educators. http://wforestneu.bsky.social #SaveOurSchools #FundFairPay.
Last week, we held our regular #WalthamForest National Education Union reps training day. The role of strong workplace leaders is key to the success of our union across the education profession. We discussed: ▶️Our borough pay policy ▶️How to use the workload toolkit 1/3
🚨 Major win for staff at Outwood Grange Academies Trust! NEU members were on strike over increased workload and longer school days. The trust has now dropped its plans and the dispute has been resolved. Settlement includes safeguards on tutor time, cover, PPA trials at home,…
🚨 NEU members at Charter Schools Educational Trust secure big win! After five months in dispute and two days of strike action, members voted 90% yes (79% turnout) to accept a deal that includes: ➡️Pay policy aligned with STPCD, fixing unfair scales. ➡️Full trade union…
Solidarity with all our members striking at Charter Schools in South London against an unfair two-tier maternity policy Charter North Dulwich Charter East Dulwich Charter Bermondsey Streatham Wells Primary Loughborough Primary Charles Dickens Primary Belham Primary
At our #WalthamForest National Education Union reps training day, we caught up with Emma from Walthamstow Academy. The role of the #NEU reps is the most important part of our union. Lead campaigns that matter and support education via our link in bio. #Reps
At our #WalthamForest National Education Union reps training day, we caught up with Faria from Sir George Monoux Sixth Form College. The role of the #NEU reps is the most important part of our union. Lead campaigns that matter and support education via our link in bio. #Reps
At our #WalthamForest @NEUnion reps training day, we caught up with Zainab from Selwyn Primary School. The role of the #NEU reps is the most important part of our union. Lead campaigns that matter and support education: neu.org.uk/become-rep @DanielKebedeNEU #Reps
✊Solidarity to NEU members at 14 OGAT schools striking today and tomorrow. Members are standing firm against excessive workloads and unfair demands and plans to extend the school day by 30 minutes. The trust must listen and act. #OGAT
We’re out and we’re in great spirits! Outwood Academy Portland #Worksop #Notts @NEUnion members on our 12th day of action against the imposition of extra hours and workload. Beep to show us you support! #Solidarity #OGAT
The timescale Ofsted is imposing on schools highlights how out of touch the inspectorate remains. It is simply not credible that significant, useful and meaningful change can have been made in the time allowed. tes.com/magazine/news/…
£600 million less funding means 12,400 fewer staff, bigger classes and stretched SEND support. Vote now in our consultation. 👉 NEUActivate.com. Let your colleagues know you’ve voted and encourage them to do the same. #FundFairPay #SaveOurSchools
BREAKING 🚨| We've done the numbers and strike action by #WalthamForest @NEUnion members has increased pay. 2023 vs 2024 Those on M6 who progressed to UPS1 Men 43.5 ⬆️ 10.2% increase Women 66.2 ⬆️ 144% increase Ups to ups Men 75 ⬆️ 7% increase Women 69 ⬆️ 15% increase
The NEU has joined other education unions to call on the secretary of state for education to delay revised inspection arrangements until at least the 2026/27 academic year. The proposed timetable would create wholly unacceptable pressures on schools and staff and give…
NEU members take action at a Dorset school over restructuring plans for two schools @NEUnion bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…
The Government promised a 4% pay rise but is only funding under 3%. That leaves schools with a £600 million shortfall, which will mean more cuts to vital services. Schools can’t afford more cuts.✂️ Vote here.👉 NEUActivate.com #FundFairPay #SaveOurSchools
A picture from Belmont Park School strikers this week. Solidarity forever 🌹 #SaveOurSchools #ValueEducation #WalthamForest @DanielKebedeNEU @sairskay
Proud to stand with @NEUnion teacher and support staff members at London East Alternative Provision this morning in defence of jobs and against a site closure. They provide vital education for some of the capitals most vulnerable children. We really need sufficient safeguards…
Solidarity with members at St Clare's Oxford striking today in defence of their teachers' pension. @NEUnion @NEUindeSector @DanielKebedeNEU @neuoxon @BBCOxford
Solidarity with Havant and South Downs College members striking today in defence of jobs @NEUnion @DanielKebedeNEU
Do you agree with Lee Hall? Sign our open letter to the Secretary of State for Education ➡️ tinyurl.com/MakeSpaceForTh…