Become a rep

The more workplace based reps we have, the stronger the National Education Union will be. Why not become a rep in your school or college?

Whether in a school, college or elsewhere in the education service, the role of the workplace representative is a vital one for the National Education Union. Our representatives work on a voluntary basis to build the Union to ensure that we remain the largest and most effective education union. 

You just need the enthusiasm to help your colleagues and to care about the issues facing the profession. We’ll support you with everything else.

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    NEU reps and officers describe how and why they became more active in the union.

What is the role of a rep?

To find out more about the role of a rep, then have a look at our reps pages and resources. 

You will also be able to access training during working hours to fulfil the role of a rep. More information can be found here.

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    Workplace reps

    Whether in a school, college or elsewhere in the education service, the role of the workplace representative (rep) is a vital one for the National Education Union.

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    National training programme

    The NEU has a comprehensive support and development programme to build your skills and confidence in Union work.

Why become a rep?

There are many benefits to being involved in the National Education Union.

  • You'll be well informed about education issues and get to influence them.
  • You'll build up a strong network of contacts and it could even open up career opportunities you hadn't considered.
  • With the promise of first-class support from our professional staff and training courses, you don't need to worry about being on your own.

Sign up to be a rep

Become a rep now. You do not need to provide your membership number if you don't have it. Please just complete the form with your email address and name.