In 2026, Woodcraft Folk joined the General Federation of Trade Unions (GFTU) as a Community Member. This gives Woodcraft Folk 2 observer places on both the General Council and the Executive Committee. We need a dedicated DF to fill one of these places.
The General Federation of Trade Unions (GFTU) is the national federation of specialist and independent trade unions. It brings together affiliated unions representing more than 500,000 members across a wide range of sectors. The GFTU represents its affiliates nationally, provides Training, education and networking opportunities, and offers many of these opportunities to Woodcraft Folk members as part of our affiliation.
For this role, you will need to:
- Attending monthly GFTU Executive Committee meetings and participating fully in discussions.
- Reading meeting papers in advance and preparing for meetings.
- Acting as a link between Woodcraft Folk and the GFTU, sharing information in both directions.
- Providing brief written or verbal reports to General Council and the DF movement, where appropriate.
- Promoting GFTU training, events and opportunities within Woodcraft Folk.
- Building relationships with representatives from affiliated trade unions.
- Supporting joint projects, Campaigns and funding opportunities between Woodcraft Folk and the GFTU where appropriate.
- Representing Woodcraft Folk at GFTU conferences, training events and other meetings when requested.
- Upholding the values and reputation of Woodcraft Folk while carrying out the role.
There are some requirements of the role:
- Be a member of a recognised trade union (not a student or tenants’ union). Membership of a GFTU affiliated union is desirable but not essential.
- Have an interest in trade unions, education, training and youth participation.
- Be willing to attend GFTU training courses and events.
- Be available to attend monthly online meetings and 2 or 3 in person meetings each year.
- Be able to read papers and prepare for meetings.
- Be able to travel independently.
- Have good time management skills.
- Respond to emails and WhatsApp messages on a regular basis, normally within 1 week.
- Be able to represent the views and values of Woodcraft Folk professionally.
Necessary travel and accommodation will be reimbursed by Woodcraft Folk. Please get in touch with comms@spanthat.world to find out more or express an interest!
Blue skies,
DF Communications Rep
