IAPS recommends that its members join a union which supports Headteachers in their professional role. This is not compulsory to gain or retain membership of IAPS.
The two main unions in operation are;
ASCL - Association of School and College Leaders
ASCL website or call 0116 299 1122 to speak to an advisor
NAHT - National Association of Head Teachers
NAHT website , or call 0300 303 0333 to speak to an advisor
Members of IAPS are offered a discounted rate for the NAHT on an annual ongoing basis (as detailed in the subscriptions information), ASCL also frequently offer a range of discounts to new members joining them.