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Workplace reps - independent sector
Workplace reps in the independent sector have four main tasks, which are to:
provide information to other members in the school/college and to raise the profile of ATL by updating the staffroom noticeboard with posters and newsletters
recruit new members into ATL membership by introducing yourself to new members of staff and asking them to join
act as a communication link on key issues in education between ATL and other members in the school/college
signpost members in the school/college to sources of information and advice within ATL.
Knowledge
The workplace reps' course will allow you to:
understand the role, rights and responsibilities of an ATL rep
know how to access the support mechanisms available to you
understand how workplace issues link to organising and recruitment
develop your communication and negotiating skills.
Cost
This course is free to ATL workplace reps.
Course details
Autumn 2011
4-5 November, London
Spring 2012
9-10 March, Manchester
If you are unable to attend this course, you can attend ATL's three-stage course for reps.
To register your interest for a one-day regional event, or to book a place on one of the courses, please fill out the reps' course online booking form.