Who we are
CAIWU was founded in 2016 and is an independent workers union designed to help organise cleaners across the UK.
CAIWU is run by its members, for its members and all have equal rights and an equal voice in how it is run. We are founded on the principle that our members are the core of the union, and they make the decisions. From top to bottom, there is democracy and openness in how the union is run and how it negotiates with employers.
We give a voice to some of the most vulnerable and badly treated workforce in the country and show them that their rights matter as well. We make a real difference not just by offering support but also securing better working conditions, getting employees re-instated after an unfair dismissal but also securing high value compensation for unfair/discriminatory treatment.
We help cleaners get organised. We have helped cleaners all over London to campaign for and win better pay, terms and conditions.
Our trade representatives support workers in all kinds of workplace situations, including disciplinary and grievance processes as well as redundancy consultations. We also assist members in their employment tribunal claims.
We are looking for students on the GDL or Bar Course who are eager to gain more real life advocacy experience