New Steward Course – Stage 1 (various dates and locations)

1 January – 30 December 2025

Date: Various
Location: Various locations across the region

To become a UNISON steward and represent members in your workplace you must complete Stage 1 and Stage 2 training.

To register your interest sign up on our get involved page and we will be in touch.

Stage 1

The first 2 days of training for workplace representatives will help you to understand the steward’s role in organising members at local level and help you feel confident in carrying out your duties. It covers topics including: the role of an organising union; the importance of equalities in UNISON; working with members and more experienced activists to resolve issues; where and when to seek advice and guidance; union procedures; and your next steps in UNISON.

For members wish to become accredited or represent members in grievance and disciplinary procedures, you must also attend Stage 2.

 

Start End Training type Location
24/03/2025 25/03/2025 Health Newcastle
31/03/2025 01/04/2025 Local Government Newcastle
09/04/2025 10/04/2025 Local Government Middlesbrough
07/05/2025 08/05/2025 Health Stewards Durham
05/06/2025 06/06/2025 Local Government Durham
11/06/2025 12/06/2025 Health Newcastle
11/09/2025 12/09/2025 Health Middlesbrough
06/10/2025 07/10/2025 Local Government Newcastle
05/11/2025 06/11/2025 Local Government Middlesbrough