Get Set to Rep: Information and Q&A for new reps

This online session is ideal for newly elected union reps or those wanting to reconnect with the basics. The program is designed to provide participants with overview of information to get them started in the role of union rep.

• QTU democratic structures
• Where to go for information and advice
• Role of the Union Rep
• Rights of Union Reps
• Q&A

Level 1 Union Rep Training: Setting the Foundations

This training course is ideal for beginning union reps or as a refresher for union reps who have not completed training in the past 3 years. The program is designed to provide participants with the foundations needed to undertake their duties with knowledge and confidence.

• Union Values
• Role of the Union Rep
• Growing the Union
• Building Strong Union Culture in the Workplace
• Local Consultative Committees

Level 2 Union Rep Training: Compliance, Communication and Consultation

This training course is for union reps who have completed Level 1 training in the past 3 years. The program is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to be a leading union rep in your workplace and to work confidently with members and consultation processes.

• Unpacking the Industrial Instruments – Working Conditions basics
• Communication essentials including;
  - Being a support person
  - Challenging conversations
  - Chairing meetings
• Leading consultation and representing members’ views

Level 3 Union Rep Training: Growing Union Power

This training course is for union reps who have completed Level 2 training in the past 3 years. The program is designed to provide participants with the strategies and tools to grow the union and its’ influence within the workplace and area. Experienced reps understand their people, can lead members and mentor other reps and use negotiation skills to further the interests of members. 
 

• Leadership and QTU Values
• ‘Union Mapping’ to grow the union and its influence
• Supporting, activating and organising members
• Negotiation Skills

School Leaders: Navigating the Industrial Landscape

The aim of this training day is to support school leaders in understanding and navigating the industrial landscape in which they lead.  In this course participants have the opportunity to discuss current issues and campaigns, changes to DoE policy and directives as well as learn about the implementation of the Award and Certified Agreement.

• Directives and implications for school leaders
• Industrial Compliance and Consultation
• Managing unsatisfactory performance – (specific focus on the informal stage)

School Leaders: Promotion Panel Training

This workshop is open to QTU members in classified teaching positions who have nominated or a considering nominating to be a QTU promotion panel nominee. This course aims to provide participants with up-to-date information regarding recruitment and selection processes as well as guidance on how to be an effective panelist.

• Legislation and Directives
• The application, short-listing and interview process
• Suitability assessments
• Unconscious bias and diversity in leadership teams
• The role of the QTU nominee
• Ethical decision-making on a panel

Local Consultative Committee Extended Training

This half-day training is ideal for developing a deeper understanding of consultation in the workplace and the role of the Local Consultative Committee. It is ideal for Union Reps and school leaders, especially those who sit on their workplace LCC.

• Consultation under the Certified Agreement
• Role and scope of the LCC
• Example Work Program
• Dispute Resolution

Working Conditions Training

This half-day training is ideal for developing a deeper understanding of working conditions and basic entitlements with the aim of ensuring that these conditions are understood and implemented in the workplace.

• Certified Agreement and Award
• Rostered-duty time, meal breaks, NCT, class sizes, meetings and more!
• Professional Issues and Joint Statements

Occupational Violence Training

This workshop is ideal for members including union reps and school leaders, who want to develop an in-depth knowledge about reporting, recognising and responding to Occupational Violence. OV is viewed through a Workplace Health and Safety and legal lense in reference to both physical and psychological injury.

• Define and recognise
• When and how to report
• Appropriate responses to OV
• Principles of risk management
• Gather resources to support your workplace