The IEU is seeking applications from enthusiastic and dynamic education professionals to join our team of Organisers based in Newcastle. The successful applicant would be responsible for members in the Hunter. The position is suitable for teachers or other education professionals with a history of union involvement but could also attract someone with broad experience in the sector or other areas of industrial relations.

Your commencement date would be negotiable but should be at the end of January 2025 or early in Term 1 2025.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

In this role, a key focus will be on member attraction, recruitment, engagement, organising, and campaigning to further accelerate our member growth. This hands-on position will involve regularly visiting educational workplaces and interacting with teachers and support staff.

Your role will also include addressing member queries and representing and supporting members in employment disputes. A solid understanding of the challenges faced by teachers at all stages of their careers, along with familiarity with the current educational landscape, is highly desirable. 

We will provide a thorough training and induction program.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for an astute communicator who can quickly build rapport with our members. The ideal candidate is a person who likes to work with others, is well organised, can work both independently and as part of a team, and is dedicated to enhancing the conditions of our members.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Organisers generally work from 9am-5pm but attendance at meetings before and after school outside these hours will be required from time to time. There is considerable flexibility in the working hours and the IEU would be prepared to consider a request to work four days per week. Occasional weekend and evening work will be required. Overnight travel may also be necessary on an occasional basis.  

Organisers receive time in lieu of one day per month, additional annual leave, closedown leave over the Christmas period, and other conditions in line with or above industry standards.

A fully maintained car will be provided for the performance of duties and some limited personal use is permitted. A current driver’s licence is essential. 

IEU Organisers can join the union and participate in IEU Council. 

SALARY

The successful applicant will be appointed under contract by the IEU Executive and will be accountable to the Secretary in the first instance.

Salary will be in accordance with the IEU Officers’ salary scale that has links to rates for promotions positions in schools. Starting salary is usually one incremental step on the Officers’ scale above the salary the applicant would earn in 2025.

Apply via the "Apply Now" button. For more information and a role description, please feel free to contact Tania Yardley or Dave Towson on 8202 8900 or [email protected] using the subject line: Organiser - Newcastle enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please apply early as we will start shortlisting candidates for interview before the advertisement period closes.