Problems at work - can we help you?

Changes in funding, changes in senior personnel, even student allegations - all these can threaten a job, and result in a need for help.  UCU members qualify to receive expert advice from professional staff with a wealth of experience and, should the need arise, specialist legal advice and representation.

Contacting LUCU about your case

If you are having problems at work and would like LUCU advice, contact your departmental contact or Seb O'Halloran, personal cases coordinator.  They will either be able to offer some advice or be able to point you in the direction of someone else who will be able to help you.

Who is entitled to personal case representation, and what is it?

Other help in the University

You may also find the University of Leicester's Wellbeing Centre helpful in dealing with problems at work.

Other help from UCU

UCU's Support Centre has answers to frequently asked questions and information to support your employment and union membership.

  • UCU Legal issues help line: 0117 933 0642
  • UCU Stress counselling help line: 0117 934 2121

Both helplines are 24 hour/7 day.


You might also contact Recourse, a charity providing practical and emotional support if you are experiencing issues at home or work.   Recourse was set up by the Teacher Support Network and was previously known as the College and University Support Network (CUSN).

 

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