UNISON is currently working on your behalf to negotiate the introduction of the above policy. At present we have received a number of favourable responses from staff who would like to see the introduction of this company wide.
Unison does not wish to hold anything up that benefit’s our member’s, however we do have some reservations about the scheme and would not wish the policy to be of detriment to our members. We will therefore keep negotiating until such time as we arrive at a point at which we believe the scheme is acceptable.
The main concern that we have with the policy is the hours that you will be allowed to work – at present if you are asked to work before 8.00am and after 6.00pm and are on SCP 29 or below you have the choice to either take this as either an over time payment, at time and a half, or alternatively opt to take the hours back as time off in lieu. It is important to stress that it is your choice not managements as to which option you decide upon.
During the recent consultations that were held, UNISON were astounded to hear that staff were not aware of this – staff were accruing hours that were becoming increasingly difficult to take and were being carried over and over to each month.
Whilst it is not UNISON’s position to block anything that would a benefit, we would be failing in our duty to the membership if we weren’t to give you the relevant information that would enable you to make an informed decision when asked to vote whether this is an acceptable change to your terms and conditions.
We are also currently working on the policy to ensure that it is fair to all, given the various jobs and restrictions to flexi that already exist in Sheffield homes.
A ballot will be held when we believe that we have reached a position that you can vote on. Our aim is to keep you updated through this website and newsletters