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Jobs with TSSA

Any vacancies at TSSA will be advertised here, and applicants for these vacancies will be able to download an application pack from this site.

TSSA only employs a small number of staff; we cannot undertake to reply to unsolicited approaches for employment, nor will we consider CVs.

Vacancies at TSSA

There are currently two vacancies - Learning Organiser (Community) and Learning Organiser (Neurodiversity).

Learning Organiser - Community – Part Time (21 hours a week)

TSSA represents people in transport and travel. Our vision is to be a well-organised and effective trade union where our members are at the heart of everything that we do. In recent years we have recognised that to win for our members we need to work with communities over shared concerns.

That’s where you come in – we have a vacancy for an individual who understands the values and aspirations of a progressive trade union committed to lifelong learning and working within local communities.

The job: Learning Organiser - Community – Part Time (21 hours a week) fixed term contract until 31st March 2013 (subject to confirmation of continuation of funding this contract may be extended for a further one year)

You will play a crucial role as part of the team delivering TSSA’s Union Learning Fund project. You will identify, plan and pursue community learning organising opportunities within local communities. You will work with, coach and train Union Learning Representatives, TSSA Organisers and Community learning Champions. You will set up and support a pilot learning centre in Hackney or/and another specified area for joint use by workers and local people with an aim of increasing the engagement, and the diversity, of members and non-members in learning and the union
 
The person: will be an excellent communicator and have very good project management skills. You will have a proven ability to identify, support and coach volunteers. You will also be able to advise on learning and skills in the workplace and in the community with an ability to demonstrate an understanding of how learning initiatives can support the work of our Trade Union and our members. Knowledge of the transport and travel industry and local communities would be an advantage.

The Location: London Euston  

The Salary: On an incremental scale that starts at £32,417 pro-rata (plus £4,700 pro-rata London Allowance)

TSSA also offers all employees a generous annual leave entitlement and final salary pension scheme. TSSA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community including those who have or have experience of dyslexia and other hidden disabilities.

To apply please download an application form and information pack below. Please indicate clearly the location(s) you are interested in. CVs will not be considered.  Closing Date: Monday 23rd April 10.00am. Shortlisted candidates must be available to be assessed on Friday 4th May in London.

Find out more: Would you like to find out more about this role, what it will entail, what skills are required and gain support with the application process?  Then register to attend a briefing session on Friday 13th April at 2pm to be held at Hackney CVS, 84 Springfield House, 5 Tyssen Street, London E8 2LY by emailing vacancies@tssa.org.uk.

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Learning Organiser - Neurodiversity – Part Time (14 hours a week) fixed term contract until 31st March 2013 (subject to confirmation of funding this contract may be extended for a further one year)

TSSA represents people in transport and travel. Our vision is to be a well-organised and effective trade union where our members are at the heart of everything that we do. In recent years we have made significant strides toward delivering this.

That’s where you come in - we have a vacancy for an individual who understands the values and aspirations of a progressive trade union committed to lifelong learning and equality initiatives.

The job: Learning Organiser - Neurodiversity – Part Time (14 hours a week) fixed term contract until 31st March 2013 (subject to confirmation of funding this contract may be extended for a further one year)
You will play a crucial role as part of the team delivering TSSA’s Union Learning Fund project. You will identify, plan and pursue learning, dyslexia and other hidden disabilities opportunities within our membership alongside providing and negotiating with employers around specialist dyslexia support, guidance and resources. You will work towards increasing the number of TSSA Learning Representatives in raising awareness of dyslexia, ADHD, Aspergers Syndrome and related conditions,  alongside identifying workplace dyslexia champions. You will also work closely with, and develop the skills & knowledge of all our staff to support members with dyslexia through training and coaching initiatives.
 
The person: will be an excellent communicator and have very good project management skills. You will enjoy thinking creatively and have an innovative approach to developing new initiatives. You will have a proven ability to identify, support and coach volunteers. You will also be able to raise awareness on learning and skills, dyslexia and related conditions in the workplace with an ability to demonstrate an understanding of how learning initiatives can support the work of our Trade Union and our members. You will be able to meet, and if possible exceed, personal [& team] targets. Knowledge of the transport and travel industry would be an advantage.

The Location: This post can be based in either our York or Derby office and will cover the whole of the North of England

The salary: A starting salary of £32,417 pro-rata

TSSA also offers all employees a generous annual leave entitlement and final salary pension scheme. TSSA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community including those who have or have experience of dyslexia and other hidden disabilities.

To apply please download an application form and information pack from our website (www.tssa.org.uk), e-mail a request to vacancies@tssa.org.uk. Please indicate clearly the location(s) you are interested in. CVs will not be considered.  Closing Date: Monday 23rd April 10.00am. Shortlisted candidates must be available to be assessed on Friday 11th May in York.
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  Strategic Vision 2011-2014
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Jobs in the transport or travel trade industries

If you are looking for employment in the transport or travel trade industries, you may find the following links helpful (please note that these links lead to site external to TSSA):

• Railway People
• Careers in Rail
• Travel Weekly Jobs
• Transport for London