The support staff unions (UNISON, GMB and Unite) have just submitted their claim with local government employers over the pay and conditions offer for local government support staff for 2023/24.
The claim calls for:
- an increase of RPI + 2% on all spinal column points.
In addition:
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Consideration of a flat rate increase to hourly rates of pay to bring the minimum rate up to £15 per hour within two years
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A review and improvement of NJC terms for family leave and pay
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A review of job evaluation outcomes for school staff whose day to day work includes working on special educational needs (SEN)
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An additional day of annual leave for personal or well-being purposes
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A homeworking allowance for staff for whom it is a requirement to work from home
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A reduction in the working week by two hours
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A review of the pay spine, including looking at the top end, and discussions about the link between how remuneration can be used to improve retention.
