UNISON – your friend at work
UNISON provides industrial relations support for the British Association of Occupational Therapists (BAOT). All BAOT members (other than those outside the United Kingdom or those who are solely employed in private practice) are members of UNISON. This agreement between BAOT and UNISON ensures that members have access to a wide range of industrial relation services provided by UNISON. There is also a nation-wide network of accredited occupational therapy stewards and health and safety representatives appointed to help members with trade union problems.
Members can access UNISON services via OT staff stewards If you do not have a local OT staff steward then contact your Branch Secretary by phoning the UNISON Direct helpline on 0845 355 0845.
If you don’t have an OT steward already then elect one
Every workplace should have an OT steward to represent the views and needs of occupational therapy staff. OT stewards are integral to the BAOT/UNISON partnership. Stewards are BAOT members who are elected by their work colleagues to represent them in negotiations and consultation with their employer and to provide industrial relations advice and information. All OT stewards are given accredited training and time off to carry out their duties. For more information contact: baotstewards@unison.co.uk Visit UNISON
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