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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 5h

Learn more 👉 theredcard.org/get-involved
#WRD25 #SRtRC

National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 5h

📅 On 17 October, people across the UK will wear red to help fund anti-racism education.

The NEU stands proudly with Show Racism the Red Card

This message matters now more than ever.

By taking part, you’re showing your true colours and helping to change hearts, minds, and lives.

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 1d

📢Calling all trainees and ECTs!

Join us for free CPD sessions designed to support you throughout your teaching journey.

🗓️ 14-16 October

Can't make it live? Sign up for access recordings.

Grab your place here.👉 bit.ly/3IM8fiA

Non members are welcome to attend!

#ValueEducation

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 2d

Our green & environmental training is back by popular demand!

👊 Explore the urgent challenges facing education.
👊 Learn skills for prioritising climate justice in your workplace.
👊 Build networks and share best practice for winning campaigns.

✍️ You can sign up here 👉 tinyurl.com/2s8c43tr

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 3d

📢 Free NEU CPD: The power to change – racism in the classroom

Discover CARGO Classroom resources that celebrate the visionary leadership and resilience of African Diaspora individuals. Learn how to bring their stories into your classroom.

📅21 Oct
✍️ neu.org.uk/events/power-change-racism-classroom

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 4d

Do you work in a maintained nursery school?

Tell the Education Select Committee about the important work you do here.👇
https://committees.parliament.uk/call-for-evidence/3742/

Call for Evidence - Committees - UK Parliament

Early Years: Improving support for children and parents

committees.parliament.uk

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 4d

Find out more 👉 bit.ly/3ZCmv3v

National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 4d

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay

Start your trauma-informed journey by exploring the practical resources in the NEU’s Trauma-Informed toolkit.

It includes resources focusing on understanding trauma’s impact, supporting affected students & creating inclusive, safe environments in education settings.

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 5d

📢Calling all trainees and ECTs!

Join us for free CPD sessions designed to support you throughout your teaching journey.

🗓️ 14-16 October

Can't make it live? Sign up for access recordings.

Grab your place here.👉 bit.ly/3IM8fiA

Non members are welcome to attend!

#ValueEducation

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 6d

Do you work in the early years?

Then join us at our early years conference on Saturday, 11 October, 10am-4pm, at NEU HQ, Hamilton House, London.

✍️ Apply for your free place here👉 bit.ly/4nkb6Of

Open to non-members

#NEUEarlyYears

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 6d

The Education Select Committee is holding an inquiry into the early years.

We think it’s vital for members to respond to this inquiry and share their views on statutory assessments.

Start your response here.👇
https://committees.parliament.uk/call-for-evidence/3742/

Call for Evidence - Committees - UK Parliament

Early Years: Improving support for children and parents

committees.parliament.uk

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 9d

📢 NEU early years conference
📅 Saturday, 11 October
⏰10am – 4pm
📍 NEU HQ, Hamilton House, London

Be part of an inspiring day of learning, discussion and networking

✍️ Apply for your FREE place now. 👉 bit.ly/4nkb6Of

Open to non-members.

#NEUEarlyYears

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 9d

📢Calling all trainees and ECTs!

Join us for free CPD sessions designed to support you throughout your teaching journey.

🗓️ 14-16 October

Can't make it live? Sign up for access recordings.

Grab your place here.👉 bit.ly/3IM8fiA

Non members are welcome to attend!

#ValueEducation

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 9d

Do you work in a maintained nursery school?

Tell the Education Select Committee about the important work you do here.👇
https://committees.parliament.uk/call-for-evidence/3742/

Call for Evidence - Committees - UK Parliament

Early Years: Improving support for children and parents

committees.parliament.uk

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 10d

📢Free NEU CPD: The cost of having fun at school - developing inclusion.

Discover ways to make school activities inclusive for every child.

📅 22 Oct
✅ Sign up to access the recording.
✍️ neu.org.uk/events/poverty-cost-having-fun-school-developing-inclusion

National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 12d

The Education Select Committee is holding an inquiry into the early years.

We think it’s vital for members to respond to this inquiry and share their views on statutory assessments.

Start your response here.👇
https://committees.parliament.uk/call-for-evidence/3742/

Call for Evidence - Committees - UK Parliament

Early Years: Improving support for children and parents

committees.parliament.uk

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 13d

Join us and early years expert Ruth Swailes for an amazing day full of CPD, organising and activism.

✍️ Apply for your place now. 👉 bit.ly/4nkb6Of

Open to non-members
#NEUEarlyYears

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 13d

🎥Hear @danielkebedeneu.bsky.social talk about his Black History Hero and the importance of education in the fight against racism: “Only through understanding our past, can we build a better future.” #BHM25
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XA4m...

Daniel Kebede, NEU GS on what Black History Month means to him

YouTube video by National Education Union

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 13d

🧵This #BlackHistoryMonth, we call on educators to embrace the theme ‘Standing Firm in Power and Pride’ by sharing empowering stories of Black British resilience, strength and unity in their classrooms.👇

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 14d

📢Calling all trainees and ECTs!

Join us for free CPD sessions designed to support you throughout your teaching journey.

🗓️ 14-16 October

Can't make it live? Sign up for access recordings.

Grab your place here.👉 bit.ly/3IM8fiA

Non members are welcome to attend!

#ValueEducation

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 15d

📢 NEU early years conference
📅 Saturday, 11 October
⏰10am – 4pm
📍 NEU HQ, Hamilton House, London

Be part of an inspiring day of learning, discussion and networking

✍️ Apply for your FREE place now. 👉 bit.ly/4nkb6Of

Open to non-members.

#NEUEarlyYears

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 15d

This must be only a first step. Government must properly fund schools and tackle child poverty. #LabourConference
neu.org.uk/node/101/lib...

A library in every primary school must be a first step in addressing funding shortfalls | National Education Union

neu.org.uk

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 15d

The chancellor’s pledge for a library in every primary school is welcome.

Cuts to funding have already closed too many, depriving children of the joy of reading. With 1 in 10 having no book at home, libraries can transform life chances.

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 16d

Our green & environmental training is back by popular demand!

👊 Explore the urgent challenges facing education.
👊 Learn skills for prioritising climate justice in your workplace.
👊 Build networks and share best practice for winning campaigns.

✍️ You can sign up here 👉 tinyurl.com/2s8c43tr

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National Education Union @neunion.bsky.social · 17d

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