CASEWORKER

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, grassroots trade union and play a key role to UVW’s mission supporting low paid, precarious and migrant workers build power and solidarity in workplaces and communities through collective, legal and direct action. 

We are looking for a passionate, committed and experienced Caseworker to join our team and support our members through individual and collective representation, negotiations and advocacy. 
 

• Location: UVW office, 144 Cambridge Heath Road, London E1 5QJ 
• Contract: 12 months fixed-term 
• Days: 3 days per week 
• Salary: £31,200 per annum (pro rata) – flat wage for all staff 
• Benefits: Full sick pay from day one, 6 weeks annual leave, and the best parental leave in the country. 
• Hours: 10am–6pm (including 1 hour paid lunch) 
• Apply by: Thursday 19th September 2025 
• Start date: Monday 6th October 2025 

Key responsibilities: 

• Advising members on the merits of their case.  
• Representing members in workplace hearings – grievance, disciplinary, appeal, capability, redundancy, welfare and others as they arise.  
• Supporting members through the ACAS Early Conciliation process and negotiating settlements.  
• Delivering employment law and union representation training 
• Identify organising opportunities and co-ordinating with the organising team.   
• Engaging members in the union’s activities.   
• Liaising with other organisations where necessary. 
• Managing and maintain the union’s case management systems. 

Essential skills.  

• Personal interest in workers’ rights, trade unions and social justice.   
• Strong computer and research skills.   
• Strong case management skills.   
• Basic knowledge of employment law. 
• Good strategic and creative thinking.  
• Strong understanding of trade union principles. 
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, communication and time management skills. 
• Excellent administrative and organisational ability. 
• Commitment to UVW’s mission.  

Desirable skills: 

• Proficiency in Spanish and Portuguese 
• Law degree and/or legal experience.  
• Strong knowledge of employment law. 
• Proven experience in trade union casework and representation