Commenting on the commitment made at Welsh Labour conference today to create a negotiating body for school support staff in Wales, UNISON Cymru Secretary Jess Turner said:
“School support staff play essential roles in supporting pupils in a wide variety of ways.
“However, too often, they are taken for granted and lack clear career progression.
“A dedicated pay and reward system would ensure they are fairly paid for what they do, as well as provide a career structure and opportunities for professional development.
“In line with the red Welsh way of social partnership, UNISON looks forward to take part in discussions on what the new body should look like. This could be a significant step towards achieving fairer and more consistent contracts for school staff across Wales.”