Community - Education and Early Years (Scotland)

It was great to visit the @Discoverytrust conference today to talk about the importance of being a part of a strong trade union. #JoinAUnion #Discoveryconference22

While there are currently no laws in the UK to protect workers from hot workplaces, it is your employers duty to keep you safe at work - that includes from dangerous temperatures. #heatwave Find out more⬇️ community-tu.org/mymembership/a…

Is your workplace fitted with technology to help you deal with the heat we are currently experiencing in the UK?

Following the AGM of the SNCT Teachers’ Panel, the Teachers’ Side Joint Secretary has written to convey the Panel’s anger and frustration over the failure of COSLA to make an improved pay offer. Find out more ⬇️ #0cfcdc69" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">community-tu.org/snct-teachers-…

📢 An important update for the whole childcare sector. Our June 2022 ELC COVID-19 update has been published and contains lots of key information, important updates and useful links! Please read, RT and share with your networks ➡️ bit.ly/3N8Cpc4

A consultation has been launched on draft guidance on the use of physical intervention in schools The draft guidance makes it clear that restraint should only be used as a last resort and when in the best interests of the child or young person Read More: bit.ly/3O3lcC5

Have you heard? Registration for this year’s Scottish Learning Festival is now open. Register today and we'll let you know when the conference programme is live to book seminars & key notes & find out more about the exciting satellite events ow.ly/Bwfg50Jy4oC #SLF22

1/2 Anti-racist clubs are changing the way Black and minority ethnic learners (and educators) in Scotland experience the school environment for the better. Find out more about this inspiring movement: youtube.com/watch?v=Hsciz-… #EdScotBRL

Children, young people, families & teachers are being invited to join a National Discussion on education. In an update on reform plans, Education Secretary @S_A_Somerville told @ScotParl that wide-ranging views will inform change & drive improvement. ➡️bit.ly/3HoZh5D

Public health advice changes from 1 May Children & young people should stay at home if they are unwell & have a temperature Only when the fever is gone & they feel well enough should they attend school, college, childcare and resume normal activities ➡️bit.ly/3vKzgZg

Children, young people, families and teachers are being invited to join a National Discussion on education. Find out more ⬇️ gov.scot/news/national-…

National Officer @helenosg addresses delegates on the importance of supporting our members across the education and early years sector. #StandingTogether2

Unions make schools better for learners and for teachers. The Government promised a new bill on workers’ rights. Instead, they’re launching a shameful attack on workers’ right to organise. We’ll be fighting this at every turn.

Pupils, parents and carers are being asked to share their views on school uniform to shape new national guidance in Scotland and to reduce costs for families. Share your views ⬇️ consult.gov.scot/learning-direc…

If you are interested in participating, or would like to find out more, click below ⬇️ childreninscotland.org.uk/new-project-to…

.@cisweb is working with @EducationScot and the @ScotGovEdu to build knowledge and influence practice development around support for young people with additional support needs in an education setting.

For the latest updates, visit⬇️ #51f1e32a" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">community-tu.org/snct-teachers-…

🚨 BREAKING | Teacher's pay update. The SNCT Teachers’ Side has formally rejected the pay offer of 2% and has asked for an improved offer to be made as soon as possible. The original pay claim for 2022/23 from the Teachers’ Side is for 10%.

There's still time to sign up for our webinar, 'Moving on from COVID-19 - Learning from Edinburgh City Council' on 19 May. This session is for practitioners who have responsibility or are involved in supporting children and families. Book here: education.gov.scot/education-scot…