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S e p t e m b e r 2 0 1 6 – J u l y 2 0 1 7 S c h o o l W o r k f o r c e D e v e l o p m e n t p r o g r a m m e

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Royal Greenwich Direct Services to Schools, 2016/17 School Workforce Development Programme. We are pleased to present our 3rd

annual CPD brochure, demonstrating that we are committed to providing a good value, high quality robust programme that is both reactive and proactive

in meeting the needs of whole school CPD.

Our aim is to work with schools to develop, motivate and inspire school staff and Governors to achieve outstanding learning and outcomes for children

and young people. Royal Greenwich recently achieved a ‘good’ judgement from Ofsted for services for children in need of help and protection, looked af-

ter children and care leavers. Schools and children’s centres were praised for their early help partnership work. Safer recruitment training, the multi-agency

looked after children conference and PEPs training all feed into this partnership working.

We offer over 300 different courses available for all members of school staff to book onto, or if you prefer, you can also have our high quality training

delivered in-house where we tailor existing courses or create a bespoke course specifically to your needs.

To apply for any of the courses, sessions or workshops advertised in this brochure please visit our website: http://servicestoschools.royalgreenwich.gov.uk/

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EYFSRoyal Greenwich 22nd Early Years Foundation 1Stage Conference Early Reading and Systematic Synthetic Phonics 2(Letters and Sounds Phase 2-6)Early Years Foundation Stage Leaders’ Network 3MeetingEarly Communication and Phonological Readiness 4(ECAT and Letters & Sounds Phase 1) Managing Early Years Foundation Stage Assessment 5for Practitioners and Support Staff new to EYFS Making the Difference: Using the ITERS, ECERS and 6SSTEW scales to improve quality in the EYFS Understanding Child Development to Enhance 7Deep Level Learning

PRIMARYStretching the More Able Readers: Reading 8and WritingBeginners’ Guide to Grammar 8Music Subject Leaders’ Primary Network Meeting 9Primary PE Coordinator Meeting 9Effective SMSC Through PSHE 10 Preparing for Primary Sex and Relationships 11Education (SRE)Arts Award Discover and Explore Adviser Training 12Making Waves: Using Local Heritage to Inspire 13Cross-Curricular Work in Literacy, Music and DanceGeography in the Outdoor Classroom 14Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) 15

KS1 Moderation Workshop for Year 2 Teachers 16- Writing KS1 Moderation Workshop for Year 2 Teachers 16- MathematicsKS2 Moderation Workshop for Year 6 Teachers 17- WritingAssessment Lead Network Forums 17Developing Thinking in Years 5 and 6 18 Developing Mathematical Reasoning at KS1 18

SECONDARYKey Stage 4 English Subject Leaders’ Meeting 19Key Stage 3 English Subject Leaders’ Meeting 19Key Stage 5 English Subject Leaders’ Meeting 20Key Stage 4 Mathematics Subject Leaders’ Meeting 20Key Stage 3 Mathematics Subject Leaders’ Meeting 21 Science Subject Leaders’ and Key Stage 3 21 Coordinators’ WorkshopScience Subject Leaders’ and Key Stage 4 22 Coordinators’ WorkshopSubject Leaders’ Meeting for PE and School 22Sport (PESS)

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NQTRoyal Borough of Greenwich NQT 24Induction ProgrammeNQT Welcome Reception 25NQT Conference 25

Reflecting on Learning in the Foundation Stage 26Developing Effective Assessment Practice in the 27Foundation Stage Continuing to Develop Quality Practice 28Through the EYFSSupporting the Learning of Looked After Children 29in the Secondary Phase Behaviour Management Part 1 30An Introduction to Emotional Literacy to 31Enhance Teaching and Learning Educational Inclusion – Providing Effective Learning 32 Opportunities for PupilsGood to Outstanding 33Formative Assessment: Communication, 34Language and Literature - Reading for Pleasure and Writing for PurposeEmotional Well-Being and Mental Health in the 35ClassroomSupporting the Learning of Looked After Children 36in the EYFS and Primary PhaseLearning in and Through Physical Education 37Early Years Foundation Stage & Key Stage 1 (am) Key Stage 2 (pm)Developing Teaching Strategies and Making 38Reasonable Adjustments to Increase Access to the Curriculum for SEN PupilsAssessment for Learning: Mathematics 39Behaviour Management Part 2 40 Taking Stock, Moving On 40Induction Tutor Briefing 41

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PageSUPPORT STAFFSchool Business Managers’ Conference 42School Business Managers’ Network 43Level 4 Diploma in School Business 44Management/DSBM (previously CSBM)Coaching in Practice 45Leadership 1: Leading Effective Teams 45Leadership 2: Leading Change for Improvement 46Leadership 3: Leading and Developing Staff 46Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) CPD Group 47Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) 47Where Next? Leadership DevelopmentProgrammeHigher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Conference 48Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) 48Preparation for AssessmentClinical Practice and Consultation Supervision 49for Learning Mentors and other Pastoral StaffLearning Mentor Induction and Training Programme 50Learning Mentor Cross Borough Networking 51MeetingsNVQs 52Drawing and Talking 52

PageGOVERNORSInduction Training for New Governors 53The Next Step 53Chairs’ Training 54The Governing Body’s Responsibility for 54School FinanceEffective Governor Monitoring 55Preparation for Ofsted – The Governor’s Role 56The Role of the SEND Governor 56The Role of the Safeguarding Governor 57The Role of the Governing Body in Early Years 57 What does Challenge and Impact Look Like 58 Effective Leadership and Management including 58Governance Complaints Training for Governors 59

WHOLE SCHOOLSpelling & Syllabification 60Literacy Support Days 61Parent/Carer Open Days 61Whole School Handwriting Training 62Handwriting Catch up (2 sessions) 62Learning to Learn Workshops 63Whole School Circle Time Training 63Provision Mapping 64Restorative Approaches Facilitator Training 64Restorative Approaches Facilitator Refresher 65Training

PageRoyal Greenwich Restorative Approaches 66Conference Developing Anti Bullying Programmes Workshop 67PEPs Process and Practice: A Multi-Agency Session 68Designated Teacher Termly Networking Sessions 69New Designated Teacher for Looked After 69ChildrenMulti-Agency Looked After Children Conference 70Introduction to the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award 70(DofE)Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Expedition 71Supervisors’ Training CourseBecoming Cyber Safe 71

SENUsing Visual Support for Pupils with an ASD at an 72Early Stage of Communication Developmentin SchoolsSupporting Students with an ASD in Primary 73SchoolsHow to Support Children with an ASD in the 74Dinner Hall and PlaygroundSupporting Children with an ASD in the 75Foundation StageSetting up a Sensory Programme for Children with 76 an ASD in your School: To Include Sensory Circuitsand DietsUsing Intensive Interaction to Support Students 77with an ASD in School

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PageUsing Social Stories to Support Students with an 78ASD in SchoolsASD Awareness Training for all School Staff 79ASD On-line INSET 80Makaton Training 81Wave 3 Literacy Programme ‘STEPS to Success’ 82Catch-up for Dyslexia Friendly Schools 83How to Read and Interpret a Dyslexia Report 83Calling all Dyslexia Friendly Schools 84On line INSET – Dyslexia 84Whole School Numicon Training 85Story/Maths Box 85Family Phonics 86Whole School Supporting Children with Gaps in 86their Maths Understanding‘WORD UP’ Literacy Programme 87Supporting Children Working at P-Level in English 88in the Mainstream ClassroomP-Levels and PIVATS 88Down Syndrome Training Day 89On line INSET: Motor-Coordination Difficulties 89SEN-EHC Assessment, Planning and Reviewing 90Whole School or Cluster Briefings 91SENCO Network Meetings 91

PageUsing Sensory Stories for Children with an ASD 92at an Early Stage of Literacy Development Securing the “Voice” of Children with Complex 93 Communication NeedsTransition for Children with an ASD Transferring 94to Secondary School in September 2017Transition Day for Vulnerable Students 94(inc those with an SEND but not ASD) Transferringto Secondary School in September 2017SEN Workshops 95Wave 3 Maths 96Supporting Children Working at P-Level in 96MathsPre-Teaching Introductory Course 97Analysing and Managing Behaviour for Children with 98an ASD in a School SettingPre-Teaching Workshop 99Numicon ‘Catch-up’ Training 99New Senco Induction Programme 100Deaf Awareness Training for all School Staff 101Visual Impairment Awareness Training for all 102School Staff Visual Impairment Awareness Training for 102Teaching Assistants

PageCHILD PROTECTIONDesignated Person Initial Training 104Designated Person Refresher 104Safer Recruitment 105A Practical Guide to the Schools’ Single 106Central Record

HEALTH & SAFETYFirst Aid at Work 107First Aid at Work – Requalification 107First Aid Paediatric Course 108One Day Emergency First Aid/Appointed Person 108

PRIORITISING MENTAL HEALTHYouth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) 109An Introduction to Mindfulness 110Helping Children Who Bottle Up Their Feelings 111Mental Health Awareness 112Bereavement 113Self Harm 114Eating Disorders 115Applying for courses 116RGTSA 117

COURSE TITLE DESCRIPTION IMPACT STATEMENTEYFS TARGET

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All Royal Greenwich Nursery & Primary Schools, Private, Voluntary & Independent settings and Childminders.

Pupils:l Will have opportunities to experience an environment that promotes high quality learning through teaching and play, including an exciting mathematical curriculum Staff:l Will develop a range of practical ideas to support mathematical developmentl Will strengthen their understanding of how their role impacts on effective teaching in the EYFS Settings:l Will further develop the mathematical subject knowledge and the adult role in leading learning within their team.

Our conference this year looks at current national themes across the sector. We will explore how we balance teaching and play in the Early Years and also how to enhance the mathematical experiences we provide for young children through play.Delegates will hear from a range of speakers on these high profile themes.Delegates will also hear about a recent cross sector project within Royal Greenwich.Full details will be sent to schools and settings later in the summer term.

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Royal Greenwich 22nd Early Years Foundation Stage ConferenceTimes: 8.30am - 3.30pm Date: 7th October 2016Venue: Charlton Athletic Football ClubCost: £130Tutor: Various nationally acclaimed speakers

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Early Reading and Systematic Synthetic Phonics (Letters and Sounds Phase 2 - 6)Times: 9.30am - 3.30pmDate: 13th October 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £125 (out of borough £155) Lunch provided Tutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich.

NQTs or Practitioners new to Reception classes or KS1, including TAs

Pupils:l Will develop their listening, speaking and phonic skills in a multi-sensory, play- based way l Will blend and segment to decode and encode words using secure grapheme/ phoneme correspondencesl Will be able to apply their phonic skills independently in their reading and writingPractitioners will increase their knowledge and understanding in: l Accurately identifying pupils at risk of delay and effective early intervention strategies to support the development of reading and writingl Using audit tools to evaluate current language provision and identify priorities for improvementl Securing parental engagement in their children’s learningSettings:l Will understand the importance of developing a systematic and planned approach to reading and phonic teaching l Will develop effective and robust assessment systems to identify pupils at risk of delayl Will develop effective early intervention strategies

This course provides an in-depth look at the pedagogy and practice of teaching early phonics and reading and shows how to develop this through a systematic teaching programme (Letters and Sounds). It also provides:l Assessment and tracking materials of children’s development of phonics skillsl Ideas and strategies for creating an effective learning environment and resourcesl Ways of linking phonological skills and knowledge to shared/guided reading

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Early Years Foundation Stage Leaders’ Network MeetingTimes: 4.15pm - 6.00pm Date: 8th November 2016 14th March 2017 20th June 2017 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £30 per session (out of borough £40)Tutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich.

Early Years Foundation Stage Leaders in maintained & PVI Settings/Children’s Centre Teachers

Pupils:l Will experience high quality EYFS provision Practitioners: l Will benefit from being given important updates relating to EYFS statutory guidanceSettings: l Will make links with other settings across the LA and will share effective EYFS practice through wider networking

This is a discussion-focused meeting that links to current EYFS developments both nationally and locally. EYFS Leaders are able to network with colleagues and share best practice across Royal Greenwich schools and settings.


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Early Communication and Phonological Readiness (ECAT and Letters & Sounds Phase 1)Times: 9.30am - 3.30pmDate: 26th January 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £125 (out of borough £155) Lunch providedTutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich.

NQTs or Practitioners new to nursery classes or PVI settings, including EYPs and TAs

Pupils:l Will develop their early listening, speaking and phonics skills in a multisensory, play-based wayl Will be confident communicators and develop a readiness for phonics as they move into ReceptionPractitioners will increase their knowledge and understanding in: l Identifying pupils at risk of language delayl The importance of engaging parents in their child’s learningl Using effective intervention strategies and audit tools to evaluate current language provision and identify priorities for improvement and practiceSettings:l Will understand the importance of developing a systematic, planned approach to the development of early communication and early phonic skills l Will develop effective and robust assessment systems to identify pupils at risk of language delay l Will develop effective early intervention strategies that support all pupils

This course will cover: l An in-depth look at developing pedagogy and practice of early communication and phonological readiness through a play-based approachl Assessment and tracking of children’s development of phonics skills


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Managing Early Years Foundation Stage Assessment for Practitioners and Support Staff new to EYFS Times: 9.00am - 3.30pmDate: 18th October 2016 18th January 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £125 per session (out of borough £155) Lunch providedTutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich.

NQTs & Practitioners or support staff new to Nursery or Reception in schools or PVI settings.

Pupils:l Will be assessed accurately through a principled approach to EYFS assessment practicePractitioners: l Will be able to make accurate judgements based on observed behaviours and from a range of contributorsl Will be able to use their data analysis to accurately inform their curriculum planning Settings:l Will be confident in the assessment and outcomes for children in the EYFS phase

This course will cover: l The statutory expectations of EYFS assessmentl Techniques for managing observational assessment in the settingl Using observations to make accurate formative and summative judgementsl Using tracking and data to support teaching and learning


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Making the Difference: Using the ITERS, ECERS and SSTEW scales to improve quality in the EYFS Date: 1st February 2017 9.30am - 3.00pm (lunch provided) 8th March 2017 9.00am - 12.00pmVenue: Professional Development CentreCost: £155 (out of borough £185)

Tutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Practitioners in nursery & primary schools, private, voluntary & independent settings and childminders

Pupils:l Will thrive in high quality learning environments that meet their individual needs Practitioners: l Will know how to use the Ratings Scales to evaluate their practiceSettings:l Leaders will have evidence of their self evaluation process and the impact of their improvement planning, using well established, research based tools.

This is a two part course to allow participants time to use the Ratings Scales in their own setting between the two sessions. The second half day session will be focused on sharing the outcomes with colleagues.This course will cover:l The different Ratings Scales: Infant and Toddler Environment Rating Scale (ITERS); Early Childhood Environment Ratings Scales (ECERS-E and ECERS-R); Sustained Shared Thinking and Emotional Well-being (SSTEW)l Which aspects of EYFS provision each scale is best suited forl Practical activities to experience using the scales and using the scoring systeml How to use the scales to support your own self evaluation process and identify key areas for development and develop your own action planl Using the scales to quality assure your own provision and sharing your feedback with colleagues in a supportive environment


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Understanding Child Development to Enhance Deep Level Learning Times: 9.30am - 3.30pmDate: 1st March 2017 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £125 (out of borough £155) Lunch providedTutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Practitioners in EYFS including teaching assistants or practitioners who will be moving to the EYFS.

Pupils:l Will gain from enhanced experiences to support their cognitive, communication speech and language, behaviour and social development Practitioners: l Will be confident in their understanding of cognitive, communication, speech and language and behaviour and social development in the EYFS and how this impacts on teaching and learning. Setting:l Will provide appropriate learning opportunities which support all children’s cognitive, communication, speech and language, behaviour and social development.

This course is for anyone in the EYFS who wishes to deepen their understanding of child development and how this informs high quality teaching and learning.It will explore the links between established stages of child development and learning, looking at 3 main areas: l Cognitive Development, l Communication, Speech and Language Development l Behaviour and Social Development.

COURSE TITLE DESCRIPTION IMPACT STATEMENTPRIMARY TARGET

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Beginners’ Guide to Grammar Times: 9.30am - 3.00pmDate: 7th February 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £125 (out of borough £155) Lunch provided Tutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

For any primary teachers or teaching assistants who would like to refresh their grammar knowledge

Pupils:l Will use grammatical conventions to improve writingPractitioners: l Will feel confident in their subject knowledgel Will be able to plan practical activities within meaningful contextsSettings:l There will be a cohesive and consistent approach to teaching grammar across the school.

This is a full day course that will provide an overview of grammar essentials necessary for effective writing including: l Word classesl Punctuationl Sentence typesl Modification and cohesion


Stretching the More Able Readers: Reading and Writing Times: 9.30am - 3.00pmDate: 15th November 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £125 (out of borough £155) Lunch provided Tutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Y5 & Y6 Teachers and Literacy Subject Leaders

Pupils:l Will be able to write confidently using a wide range of literary devicesl Will have strategies to analyse and answer questions with a wide range of textsPractitioners: l Y5 and Y6 teachers will leave with a secure understanding of how to adapt pedagogy for the more able pupilsSettings:l Will increase the percentage of children working above age related expectations

The course will provide:l Strategies to develop the more able readers and writersl The opportunity to develop teachers’ subject knowledgel Exemplar materiall Strategies to engage with text e.g. through socratic dialogue


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Subject Leaders for PE & School Sport (PESS)

Pupils will: l Benefit from high quality PESS provisionSubject Leaders will:l Have increased skills and confidence in delivering PESS

Meeting of PE Subject Leaders to support the teaching of high quality PE and school sport. Teachers will receive specialist support with curriculum development and planning, leadership of PESS, strategic planning and local and natioanl developments.

Primary PE Coordinator Meeting Times: 9.00am - 2.00pm Date: 18th November 2016 3rd March 2017 9th June 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £65 per session Lunch provided

Tutor: Members of Workforce and Curriculum Development

Music Subject Leader Primary Network Meeting Times: 4.30pm - 6.30pmDate: 6th October 2016 22nd June 2017Venue: Plumcroft Primary School Plum Lane, Plumstead, London SE18 3HW Cost: £30 per session (out of borough £40)Tutor: Head of Music Hub Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Music Subject Leaders

Practitioners: l Will be up to speed with current issues in music educationl Will learn how to improve provision at school and benefit from working with other schoolsl Will be fully involved in the Royal Borough of Greenwich Music Hub

These meetings will keep subject leaders up to date with national, regional and local priorities and initiatives in music, and, in particular, the opportunities made available through the Royal Greenwich Music Hub. They will also provide opportunities for colleagues to share good practice and learn about ways to boost the achievement of pupils in music and ensure a rich, exciting and varied provision both within and out of school.


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Effective SMSC Through PSHETimes: 4.00pm - 5.45pm Date: 11th October 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £30 (out of borough £40)Tutor: Members of Workforce and Curriculum Development Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary School Leaders; Primary PSHE Leads

Pupils: l Will develop a range of life skills which will support their learning now and support their achievements later in life. The development of these skills will involve pupil development of a moral framework; core beliefs and values; self- esteem and an understanding of identity; and an understanding and appreciation of diversity and difference.Practitioners: l Will understand ways in which they can help to develop and support pupils’ development of SMSC skillsl Will learn about practical ways to help develop pupils’ SMSC skills l Will understand where SMSC can be highlighted and supported through whole school provision. Settings:l Will promote SMSC development through effective teaching and learning and the development of the physical environment.

This course will highlight how and where an effective PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education) curriculum can support the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of pupils. This will involve looking at what an effective PSHE curriculum should include and will also explore where schools can highlight evidence of the impact of PSHE.


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Preparing for Primary Sex and Relationships Education (SRE) Times: 4.00pm - 5.45pm Date: 8th March 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £30 (out of borough £40)Tutor: Members of Workforce and Curriculum DevelopmentAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary School Leaders; Primary PSHE Leads

Pupils: l Will receive an effective SRE offer which will support them in their development as happy, confident, healthy and safe citizens. Practitioners: l Will understand the process for developing effective SRE provisionl Will understand how to ensure parental partnership l Will develop a strategic plan for whole school provision of SRE. Settings:l Will meet statutory requirements for SRE and develop outstanding SRE provision which contributes to the overall effectiveness of the school.

This course will help primary schools to prepare for the teaching of Sex and Relationships Education (SRE). It will include planning for parent/carer partnership; creating a whole school approach to SRE, and the principles of effective SRE provision.


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Arts Award Discover and Explore Adviser Training Times: On request Date: On requestVenue: On requestCost: £100 Tutor: Trinity College London Accredited Trainer Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Key Stage 1 and 2 Teachers, Subject Leads, Curriculum Leads.

Pupils: l Will have the opportunity to embark on their Arts Award Journey and gain recognition for their achievement and skills development in the Arts Practitioners: l Will become familiar wuith the assessment criteria and framework for the Discover and Explore levels of Arts Award l Will learn how to be the primary assessor for Arts Award Settings:l Will be able to use the flexible Arts Award framework to complement their curriculum and nurture learning and creativity across the school

Discover and Explore are the first two levels of the Arts Award suite of qualifications which children and young people can work towards between the ages of 5 and 25. This course will give you the knowledge and skills to run Arts Award in your setting, including the assesment of log books. You will have the opportunity to meet other professionals who are planning to run Arts Award and collect your Discover and Explore Adviser toolkit, which details the criteria at each level. You will also consider the best delivery model for your school.


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Making Waves: Using local heritage to Inspire Cross-Curricular Work in Literacy, Music and Dance Times: 10.00am - 3.00pm Date: 3rd November 2016Venue: National Maritime Museum Cost: £100 Tutor: World Heritage Site Learning Practitioners Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Literacy, Physical Education, Dance, Art and Music subject leaders

Pupils: l Will have the opportunity to learn about and understand their local context through innovative curriculum design. Practitioners: l Will develop their knowledge and skills in using local heritage to inspire creative work in literacy, music and dance.

An active day focusing on using historical themes and museum displays to inspire cross-curricular projects incorporating literacy, music and dance. Participants will explore a rich array of objects, paintings, and themes in the National Maritime Museum and take part in practical sessions packed full of activities, ideas and resources to take back to the classroom.The day will be delivered in partnership by: Greenwich Dance, Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music & Dance and the National Maritime Museum. The Voyagers and Nelson, Navy, Nation galleries at the National Maritime Museum will provide the focal point for creative work. Workshops led by experienced musicians, dance artists and museum facilitators will develop teachers’ skills and confidence to create inspiring cross-curricular projects that deliver solid learning outcomes in literacy, music and dance.


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Geography in the Outdoor Classroom Times: 9.30am - 3.00pm Date: 27th September 2016Venue: Greenwich Park Wildlife Centre Cost: £30 Tutor: The education team from the Field Studies Council. Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary and KS3 Subject Leaders, Curriculum Leaders and Phase Leaders.

Pupils: l Will learn through innovative curriculum planning and the effective use of local resources Practitioners: l Are able to learn from the expertise of different organisations to develop their skills and confidence in planning out of the classroom loearningl Increase their awareness of opportunities within the World Heritage Sitel Develop activities that can deliver curriculum elements.

This will be an exciting, action packed day of geography professional development in Greenwich Park. We will esplore how to use your local area to deliver elements of the geography curriculum, linking to cross over opportunities for English and mathematics throughout the session. Activities will be linked to the curriculum and include; exploring local place through fieldwork; map and compass skills; how to encourage curiosity and asking good questions. This unique day will explore how to embed out of classroom opportunities throughout the curriculum, bringing geography to life.


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Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) Times: 10.00am - 3.30pm Date: TBCVenue: Royal Obeservatory Greenwich and Greenwich Park Cost: £30 Tutor: The day will be run by the education teams at the Royal Observatory Greenwich and the Field Studies CouncilAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary Science, Technology, Maths Subject Leaders, Curriculum leaders and Phase Leaders. Plrimarily KS2.

Pupils: l Will learn through innovative curriculum planning and the effective use of local resourcesPractitioners: l Will develop their skills and knowledge in out-of-classroom learningl Will be more aware of the opportunities within the World Heritage Sitel Will develop activities that can deliver curriculum elements. Settings:l Are able to place the Greenwich World Heritage Site at the heart of their curriculum

This will be an exciting, action-packed day of science, technology and maths Professional Development at the Royal Observatory Greenwich and in Greenwich Park. Throughout the day you will explore how to bring these subjects to life, both in and outside of the classroom. You will take part in activities linked to the curriculum, including: A planetarium show; Creative classroom science; physics and chemistry using the outdoor classroom; living things and habitats.


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KS1 Moderation Workshop for Year 2 Teachers - Writing Times: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Date: 6th December 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £30 (out of borough £40) Tutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Year 2 teachers of all Primary schools

Pupils: l Will be enabled and supported to reach expectations appropriate to their ability, and in line with similar pupils nationally. Practitioners: l Year 2 teacher will moderate and validate their judgements with other schools against national standards Settings:l Will be secure in their teacher assessment judgements for Year 2 writing

This session will include:l Familiarisation with national standards l Opportunity to moderate with other schoolsDelegates will be required to bring along a portfolio of Year 2 writing evidence from their school to moderate with other schools against the standard statements.

KS1 Moderation Workshop for Year 2 Teachers - Mathematics Times: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Date: 28th March 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £30 (out of borough £40)Tutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


Pupils: l Will be enabled and supported to reach expectations appropriate to their ability, and in line with similar pupils nationally. Practitioners: l Year 2 teacher will moderate and validate their judgements with other schools against national standards Settings:l Will be secure in their teacher assessment judgements for Year 2 mathemtics

This session will include:l Familiarisation with national standards l Opportunity to moderate with other schoolsDelegates will be required to bring along a portfolio of Year 2 maths evidence from their school to moderate with other schools against the standard statements.


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KS2 Moderation Workshop for Year 6 Teachers - Writing Times: 10.00am - 12.00pm Date: 6th December 2016 28th March 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £30 (out of borough £40) Tutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


Pupils: l Will be enabled and supported to reach expectations appropriate to their ability, and in line with similar pupils nationally. Practitioners: l Year 6 teachers will moderate and validate their judgements with other schools against national standards Settings:l Will be secure in their teacher assessment judgements for Year 6 writing

This session will include:l Familiarisation with national standards l Opportunity to moderate with other schoolsDelegates will be required to bring along a portfolio of Year 6 writing evidence from their school to moderate with other schools against the standard statements.

Assessment Lead Network Forums Times: 1.30pm - 4.00pm Date: 20th October 2016 9th February 2017 25th May 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 per session (out of borough £70)Tutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards Team plus members of PAS teamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Assessment leads in Primary schools for EYFS, KS1 and KS2

Pupils: l Will benefit from accurate assessment approaches Practitioners: l Will have access to precise and accurate data analysis approaches to support school improvement Settings:l Assessment processes will be robust and support self evaluation

A termly opportunity for Assessment leads at EYFS, KS1 and KS2 to discuss recent local and national assessment developments including:l Statutory assessment requirements l National reporting documentation including changes to RAISEonlinel Resources and materials available to support assessmentsl Best practice in using data to support school self evaluation and prepare for inspectionAssessment leaders will be able to network with colleagues and share best practice across Royal Greenwich schools


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Developing Thinking in Years 5 and 6Times: 9.30am - 3.00pm Date: 29th November 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £125 (out of borough £155) Lunch provided Tutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Y5 and Y6 Teachers and Maths Subject Leaders

Pupils: l Will be engaged in learning which challenges and extends their mathematical thinking Practitioners: l Y5 and Y6 teachers will leave with a secure understanding of how to develop thinking and adapt pedagogy Settings:l Will increase the percentage of children achieving the standard for mathematics

This course will explore strategies to develop and challenge thinking in mathematics and provide the opportunity to develop teachers’ mathematical subject knowledge.

Developing Mathematical Reasoning at KS1 Times: 9.30pm - 3.00pm Date: 31st January 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £125 (out of borough £155) Lunch provided Tutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards Team plus members of PAS teamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Y1 and Y2 Teachers and Maths Subject Leaders

Pupils: l Will be engaged in learning which challenges and extends thinking and reasoning Practitioners: l Y1 and Y2 teachers will leave with a secure understanding of how to develop reasoning skills and adapt pedagogy in mathematics Settings:l Will increase the percentage of children working at greater depth

This course will explore strategies to develop and challenge thinking in mathematics and provide the opportunity to develop teachers’ subject knowledge

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Key Stage 3 English Subject Leader MeetingTimes: 1.00pm - 4.00pm Date: 19th October 2016 7th March 2017 5th July 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 per session (out of borough £70)Tutor: Members of the Secondary (11-19) Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Key Stage 3 English Subject Leaders

Pupils:l Will benefit from improved teaching and learningSubject leaders will be able to: l Achieve improved outcomes across the key stages and be able to plan for effective and personalised interventionsSettings:l Will benefit from improved leadership and teaching, learning and assessment

In an ever changing climate, this meeting will support English subject leaders with aspects of their role and provide up to date information on current research and policies. Additionally, we will explore ways of continuing to improve the quality of teaching, learning and assessment in English, provide opportunities to share effective practice and support English subject leaders in their strategic role.

Key Stage 4 English Subject Leader MeetingTimes: 8.45am - 12.30pm Date: 19th October 2016 16th March 2017 28th June 2017 8.45am - 12.45pmVenue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 per session (out of borough £70)Tutor: Members of the Secondary (11-19) Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


Pupils:l Will benefit from improved teaching and learningSubject leaders will be able to: l Achieve outstanding or improved outcomes across key stages and be able to plan for effective and personalised interventions Settings:l Will benefit from improved leadership and teaching, learning and assessment

In an ever-changing climate, this meeting will support English subject leaders with aspects of their role and provide up to date information on current research and policies. Additionally, we will explore ways of continuing to improve the quality of teaching, learning and assessment in English, provide opportunities to share effective practice and support English subject leaders in their strategic role.


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Key Stage 5 English Subject Leaders Times: 1.00pm - 4.00pm Date: 7th December 2016 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 per session (out of borough £70) Tutor: Members of the Secondary (11-19) Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


Pupils:l Will benefit from improved subject leadership and teaching, learning and assessment Practitioners: l Will be able to achieve outstanding or improved outcomes across key stages Settings:l Will benefit from improved subject leadership and teaching, learning & assessment

In an ever changing climate, this meeting will support English subject leaders with aspects of their role and provide up to date information on current research and policies. Additionally, we will explore ways of continuing to improve the quality of teaching, learning and assessment in English, provide opportunities to share effective practice and support English subject leaders in their strategic role.

Key Stage 4 Mathematics MeetingTimes: 9.00am - 12.30pm Date: 20th October 2016 14th March 2017 27th June 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 per session (out of borough £70)Tutor: Members of the Secondary (11-19) Standards Team Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Secondary and Special School Mathematics subject leaders

Pupils:l Will benefit from improved teaching and learning Maths subject leaders: l Will be able to achieve outstanding or improved outcomes across key stagesl Will be able to plan for effective and personalised interventions

This meeting will support mathematics subject leaders with specific aspects of their role and provide up todate information on current research and policies. It will explore ways of continuing to improve the quality of teaching and learning, provide opportunities to share effective practice and support subject leaders in their strategic role.


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Key Stage 3 Mathematics MeetingTimes: 9.00am - 12.30pm Date: 12th October 2016 8th March 2017 20th June 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 per session (out of borough £70)Tutor: Members of the Secondary (11-19) Standards Team Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Secondary and Special School Maths KS3 subject leaders

Maths subject leaders: l Will be able to achieve outstanding or improved outcomes across key stagesl Will be able to plan for effective and personalised interventions

This meeting will support KS3 mathematics coordinators with specific aspects of their role and provide up to date information on current research and policies. It will explore ways of continuing to improve the quality of teaching and learning in mathematics, provide opportunities to share effective practice and support KS3 Coordinators in their strategic role.


Science Subject Leaders and Key Stage 3 Coordinators WorkshopTimes: 1.30pm - 4.00pm Date: 18th October 2016 15th March 2017 29th June 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 per session or £100 if also attending KS4 morning session (out of borough £80 or £120 if attending KS4 morning session)Tutor: Members of the Secondary (11-19) Standards Team Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Secondary & Special School Science Key Stage 3 Leaders

Practitioners:l Key Stage 3 Coordinators

This workshop will explore ways of continuing to improve the quality of teaching and learning in Science, provide opportunities to share effective practice and to support Science KS3 coordinators in their leadership role.


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Science Subject Leaders and Key Stage 4 Coordinators WorkshopTimes: 9.00am - 12.30pm Date: 18th October 2016 15th March 2017 29th June 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 per session or £100 if also attending KS3 afternoon session (out of borough £80 or £120 if attending KS3 afternoon session)Tutor: Members of the Secondary (11-19) Standards Team Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Secondary & Special School Key Stage 4 Leaders

Practitioners:l Will be up to date on current research and policyl Strategic skills in schools will be strengthened and enhanced

This workshop will support science subject leaders with specific aspectsof their role and provide up to date information on current research andpolicies. It will support science subject leaders to explore ways of continuingto improve the quality of teaching and learning in science and will provideopportunities to share effective practice.

Subject Leaders Meeting for PE and School Sport (PESS)Times: 4.15pm - 6.00pm Date: 15th September 2016 7th February 2017 17th May 2017Venue: Host schoolsCost: £30 per person, per sessionTutor Members of School Workforce and Curriculum Development Team

Secondary PESS Subject Leaders

Pupils will:l Receive enhanced PETeachers will:l Be able to celebrate their differences and understand their learning styles

Meeting of PE Subject Leaders to support teachers in the delivery of a high quality PE and school sport curriculum.Teachers will receive support with curriculum development, leadership of PESS, strategic planning and local and national developments.

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Leadership and management of Royal Greenwich leaders is an integral part to our school improvement strategy

for all Royal Greenwich schools.

The comprehensive training and support that forms a part of this professional development programme is aimed

at all leaders across the school workforce. This includes senior leadership teams, Governors, school business

managers and all other key staff involved in leadership and management.

This support helps to enable leaders to develop their skills, knowledge and expertise in managing and leading

the school workforce. We do this through courses and one to one support covering innovative approaches from

Transactional Analysis to Neuro-Linguistic Programming.

Our leadership and management support helps to support staff with effective tools to become more confident

when leading and managing themselves, staff, parents/carers and Governors.

The specialist advice and support provides a major contribution to schools responsibilities within the Ofsted

guidance on leadership and management.

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Royal Borough of Greenwich NQT Induction Programme Times: Various Date: September 2016 - June 2017Venue: Various venues across Royal Borough of GreenwichCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session)

Tutor VariousAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary & EYFS NQTs

NQTs will:l Build supportive relationships with other NQTsl Develop strategies to promote outstanding learning in their classroomsl Be able to use a range of strategies to demonstrate they can meet the Teachers’ Standardsl Have access to the wide range of Local Authority resources available to them

The Royal Borough of GreenwichInduction Programme for Early Years andPrimary NQTs covers the key areas tosupport NQTs during their induction year.The sessions are delivered by experiencedand outstanding practitioners, and thetopics covered ensure that NQTs havethe opportunity to reflect on the Teachers’Standards throughout the year. The threebespoke sessions for EYFS NQTs provideparticipants with a chance to work alongside colleagues from the EYFS & Primary Standards Team, receiving updates and inputs specific to this key stage.

Most sessions of the programme are offered in the morning and repeated in the afternoon. Having the opportunity toattend regular meetings at the ProfessionalDevelopment Centre (PDC) supportsNQTs in building supportive relationshipsand networks, as well as broadening theirskills and bank of resources to supporttheir development towards successfulcompletion of induction.

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COURSE TITLE DESCRIPTION IMPACT STATEMENTNQT

NQT Welcome Reception Times: 4.00pm - 6.00pm Date: 27th September 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: Free of ChargeTutor: Members of Royal Greenwich Children’s Services

All Royal Borough of Greenwich NQTs

NQTs:l Will widen their support network by meeting other NQTs as well as key staff involved in their induction year

This reception is for all NQTs using the Royal Greenwich Induction Services. NQTs will have the opportunity to find out about the induction process and meet colleagues from other schools and those involved in induction.

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NQT Conference Times: 9.00am - 4.00pm Date: 27th January 2017Venue: Devonport HouseCost: £120 (£150 outside the borough)Tutor: Lead Practitioners from Children’s Services, Royal Greenwich schools and the University of Greenwich Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All NQTs Pupils:l Will be taught by teachers who evaluate their own practice and have renewed confidence in trying appropriate new strategiesNQTs:l Will make links with each other and share experiencesl Will learn strategies which promote good learning and engaged, motivated pupilsl Will have the opportunity to reflect on their progress thus farSettings:l Will have NQTs who feel motivated and encouraged and bring fresh approaches to teaching

The annual conference invites NQTs from all schools and all phases to come together to share ideas and best practice. Quality sessions on relevant topics will be delivered by experts from across the borough and the University of Greenwich.


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Reflecting on Learning in the Foundation Stage Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm Date: 1st November 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session)Tutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

NQTs working in the EYFS

Pupils:l Will receive learning that takes place in a rich and stimulating environmentNQTs:l Will be able to plan for a stimulating and challenging learning environmentl Will be able to implement a “key person” approachSettings:l Will be meeting the expectations of the EYFS learning and development requirement

This session will explore effective approaches to teaching and learning in the EYFS.It will include:l The Statutory expectations within the framework for the EYFSl Planning for learning and children’s needsl The role of the Key Person


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Developing Effective Assessment Practice in the Foundation Stage Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm Date: 28th February 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session)Tutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards Team Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


Pupils:l Learning will be developed through accurate assessments based on observationsNQTs:l Will make effective use of observational assessment techniques to inform planning l Will understand the statutory assessment requirements of the EYFS frameworkSettings:l Will have NQTs that make effective use of observational assessment, therefore strengthening quality of provision and outcomes for childrenl Will be meeting the statutory expectations of the EYFS framework

This session will provide an overview of best practice for assessment within the EYFS statutory framework. It will include:l The process of observational assessment and how this informs progress and develops quality provisionl Strategies for developing different approaches to observational assessmentsl How tracking and summative assessment fit within EYFS and national expectations


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Continuing to Develop Quality Practice Through the EYFS Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm Date: 13th June 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session) Tutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


Pupils:l Will be able to move to their new class group confidentlyNQTs:l Will confidently build on their successes this year with identified development points l Will have a good understanding of future developments, nationally and locallyl Will understand how to manage transition points effectively to minimise difficulties for childrenSettings:l Will be able to use staff expertise regarding transitions and to develop EYFS quality improvements

This session will provide an opportunity for NQTs working in the Foundation Stage to reflect on their first year and to celebrate successes. It will include:l Ensuring a continuously improving settingl Effective strategies to support children’s transitions (F1 to F2/F2 to Yr1)l Resources that update NQTs on national changes for the coming year


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Supporting the Learning of Looked After Children in the Secondary Phase Times: 2.30pm - 4.30pm Date: TBCVenue: Professional Development CentreCost: £30 per session (schools outside the borough £40 per session)Tutor: Royal Greenwich Virtual School Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Secondary NQTs Pupils:l Will benefit from more inclusive teaching strategies as well as increased understanding of the issues they have faced in the past, and difficulties they may continue to face.NQT Induction Tutors:l Will demonstrate an understanding of how to support learning in the classroom for children who have attachment issuesl Will be able to make adjustments to curriculum planning to take account of the social, emotional and behavioural impact of being in foster carel Will understand how to work with other professionals to support the Looked After ChildSettings:l Will have staff more able to include children who have suffered trauma through improved behaviour management and curriculum planning

This course will provide colleagues with knowledge and understanding of what being looked after means for a child or young person and how it impacts on their education. It will outline key reasons why children go into care and how daily life is affected. The course will briefly outline attachment theory and help delegates to recognise behaviours associated with attachment. Importantly the course will give delegates some key strategies for managing behaviour of children affected by this and ways which help them to learn.


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Behaviour Management Part 1 Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm, repeated 1.00pm - 4.00pmDate: 4th October 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session)Tutor: Lead Practitioners from Waterside School Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary & EYFS NQTs

Pupils:l Will benefit from an environment conducive to effective learningNQTs:l Will understand how to establish effective classroom rules and routines in their class l Will be well-equipped with numerous strategies to manage inappropriate behaviourSettings:l Will have behaviour management policies that are implemented effectively in the classroom

This first session will be based on the ‘establishment phase’ of behaviour management and will focus on: l The building of positive relationshipsl Identifying and establishing expectations of behaviourl Examining our own emotional responses to inappropriate behaviourl Understanding the impact of Circle Time in creating a positive climate in your classroom. The second session will be held on 17th May 2017


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An Introduction to Emotional Literacy to Enhance Teaching and Learning Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm, repeated 1.00pm - 4.00pm Date: 18th October 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session)Tutor: Nikkola Daniel Associates Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary and EYFS NQTs

Pupils:l Will experience modelling of emotionally literate behaviour l Will develop their own emotional literacy l Will develop the skills to form positive, respectful relationships with their peers and adults.NQT:l Will be able to establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect l Will demonstrate the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupilsl Will have a secure understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils’ ability to learn, and how best to overcome thesel Will demonstrate an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of children, and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils’ education at different stages of developmentSettings:l Will benefit from teachers who have a range of strategies to handle emotional responses that can lead to challenging behaviour.

This course will give an insight into emotional literacy, exploring and gaining an understanding of what it is, the history and background and how it can support our roles as educators and also the children and young people with whom we work. The half day session will provide delegates with guidance on how to get started, effective strategies for developing emotional literacy to improve academic performance, social and emotional learning and general mental health and wellbeing, as well as key progress indicators, regarding successful implementation of emotional literacy into classroom practice.


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Educational Inclusion – Providing Effective Learning Opportunities for Pupils Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm, repeated 1.00pm - 4.00pmDate: 15th November 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session) Tutor: Lead Practitioners from Support Team for Education in Primary Schools Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary & EYFS NQTs

Pupils:l Will benefit from increased access and appropriately resourced learningNQTs:l Will have an updated knowledge of legislation l Will develop understanding of inclusive classroom practice and make reasonable adjustments to increase accessl Will have an understanding of their role and responsibilities relating to inclusionSettings:l Will benefit from wider use of available resources to enhance provisionl Will have established systems to increase access

NQTs will be given an introduction to the local and national context for inclusion, including legislation such as the Disability Discrimination Act and the opportunity to explore what inclusion means within their setting. NQTs will be introduced to a range of materials to support the development of inclusive practice, including personalising provision, the National Curriculum Inclusion Statement and examples of good practice.


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Good to Outstanding Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm, repeated 1.00pm - 4.00pm Date: 22nd November 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session)Tutor: TBC Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary & EYFS NQTs

Pupils:l Will benefit from precisely matched learning intentions, tasks and outcomes that enable them to clearly measure and articulate the progress in their learningNQTs:l Will understand the elements of what makes learning outstanding l Will be more confident in planning lessons with clear success criterial Will be shown a wide range of strategies to enable excellent teaching and learning to take placeSettings:l Will benefit from increased levels of higher order thinking through effective questioning and challenging within the classroom

Experienced primary practitioners will model excellent practice to support NQTs in delivering outstanding lessons. NQTs will work through some theory and move on to look at effective questioning and planning outstanding lessons.


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Formative Assessment: Communication, Language and Literature - Reading for Pleasure and Writing for PurposeTimes: 9.00am - 12.00pm, repeated 1.00pm - 4.00pm Date: 6th December 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session)Tutor: Ann O’Connor Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary & EYFS NQTs

Pupils:l Will develop their listening/speaking and reading/writing skills because their teacher has given them verbal feedback regarding successl Will be able to take more responsibility for their learning and understand how effort and practice supports their progress l Will be able to use and apply their reading experiences to their writingNQTs:l Will devise action plans to implement feedback on success in their own classroomsl Will explore practical classroom strategiesl Will learn how to train children to become peer and self-assessorsl Will reflect, evaluate & develop their own classroom practicel Will establish for themselves a clear rationale for their formative teaching and assessing practiceSettings:l Will benefit from teachers who understand the importance of collaborative enquiry approach to their own professional development and who are motivated to develop their evaluative skills

This course will: l Clarify the different purposes of assessment and criteria for successl Provide an overview of formative assessment research and guiding principles l Provide an opportunity to consider the implications for classroom practicel Encourage teachers to devise an action plan for development work with a group of children


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Emotional Well-being and Mental Health in the Classroom Times: 9.00pm - 12.00pm, repeated 1.00pm - 4.00pmDate: 17th January 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session)Tutor: Lead Practitioners from Royal Greenwich Educational Psychology ServiceAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary and EYFS NQTs

Pupils will benefit from:l Increased emotional resiliencel Increased confidence to persevere with challenges in learning

NQT will have:l An increased understanding of the factors that can promote mental health and emotional well-being in the classrooml A greater appreciation of the impact of teachers’ own emotional well-being on their teaching practicel An understanding of ways to manage the classroom environment that is conducive to teacher and pupil well- being, linked to real life scenariosSettings will benefit from:l Improved relationships between pupils and between pupils and teacherl Reduction in fixed term/permanent exclusions and school absence.

This interactive workshop will introduce a strength-based approach to emotional, mental health involving both small group reflective discussion and activities. The workshop aims to increase teachers’ understanding of their role in promoting mentally healthy relationships in their classroom.


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Supporting the Learning of Looked After Children in the EYFS and Primary PhaseTimes: 9.00am - 12.00pm, repeated 1.00pm - 4.00pm Date: 7th February 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session)Tutor: Lead Practitioners from Royal Borough of Greenwich Virtual School Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

EYFS and Primary NQTs

Pupils:l Will benefit from more inclusive teaching strategies as well as increased understanding of the issues they have faced in the past, and difficulties they may continue to faceNQTs:l Will demonstrate an understanding of how to support learning in the classroom for children who have attachment issuesl Will be able to make adjustments to curriculum planning to take account of the social, emotional and behavioural impact of being in foster carel Will understand how to work with other professionals, particularly foster carers and the designated teacher, to support looked after childrenSettings:l Will have staff more able to include children who have suffered trauma through improved behaviour management and curriculum planning

This course will provide colleagues with knowledge and understanding of what being looked after means for a child or young person, and how it impacts on their education. It will outline key reasons why children go into care and how daily life is affected. The course will briefly outline attachment theory and help delegates to recognise behaviours associated with attachment. Importantly the course will give delegates some key strategies for managing behaviour of children affected by this and ways which help them to learn.


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Learning in and Through Physical Education Early Years Foundation Stage & Key Stage 1 (am) Key Stage 2 (pm)Times: 9.00am - 11.30pm & 1.30pm - 4.00pm Date: 14th March 2017Venue: Sherington Primary SchoolCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session)Tutor: Lead PE PractitionersAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary & EYFS NQTs

Pupils:l Will have enjoyable physical education and School Sport lessonsl Will have improved self-esteem and motivation for their physical education and School Sport NQTs:l Will deliver physical education and School Sport confidently l Will have a wider range of teaching strategies for PESettings:l Will benefit from good or outstanding PE lessons

This course will give NQTs an insight into the national curriculum for physical education to establish what constitutes high quality PE and school sport. NQTs will be supported to develop their planning for physical education. Please note: FS and KS1 teachers will attend in the morning and KS2 teachers will attend in the afternoon.


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Developing Teaching Strategies and Making Reasonable Adjustments to Increase Access to the Curriculum for SEN PupilsTimes: 9.00am - 12.00pm, repeated 1.00pm - 4.00pm Date: 21st March 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session)Tutor: Lead Practitioners from Support Team for Education in Primary Schools Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary & EYFS NQTs

Pupils:l Will benefit from increased access and appropriately resourced learning NQTs:l Will demonstrate an increased understanding of their role and responsibility in providing effective learning opportunities for pupils with SEN l Will develop their understanding of inclusive classroom practice and make reasonable adjustments to increase access Settings:l Will benefit from wider use of available resources to enhance provisionl Will have established systems to increase access to the curriculum for SEN pupils

This session will provide colleagues with a brief overview of current provision for pupils with SEN in Royal Greenwich. Participants will be given guidance about making reasonable adjustments within the inclusive classroom, planning appropriate learning opportunities, target setting, tracking progress and additional provision and resourcing. The use of practical resources to increase access will be outlined and demonstrated and colleagues will be signposted to further CPD opportunities.


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Assessment for Learning: MathematicsTimes: 9.00am - 12.00pm, repeated 1.00pm - 4.00pm Date: 28th March 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session)Tutor: Ann O’ConnorAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary & EYFS NQTs

Pupils:l Will develop their understanding of mathematics because their teacher gives them verbal feedback regarding successl Will have opportunities to use and apply their knowledge of mathematicsl Will take more responsibility for their learning/effortl Will be actively involved in peer and self- assessment opportunitiesNQTs:l Will have a secure understanding of what formative teaching, learning and assessing might ‘look like’ for mathematicsl Explore practical formative processes & classroom strategiesl Will learn how to train children to become peer and self-assessors;l Will reflect, evaluate & develop their own classroom practicel Will establish for themselves a clear rationale for their formative teaching and assessing practiceSettings:lWill benefit from teachers who understand the importance of collaborative enquiry approach to their own professional development, and will be motivated to develop their evaluative skills

This course will: l Clarify different types of assessment and criteria for successl Provide guiding principles for effective formative teaching & learningl Explore what formative processes ‘look like’ in the classrooml Provide an opportunity to consider the implications for classroom practicel Encourage teachers to devise an action plan for development work with a group of children


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Behaviour Management Part 2Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm, repeated 1.00pm - 4.00pm Date: 16th May 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session)Tutor: Lead Practitioners from Waterside SchoolAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary & EYFS NQTs

Pupils:l Will benefit from a learning environment conducive to effective learning NQTs:l Will build better relationships with their pupils l Will develop more strategies to deal with behaviour management, including solution-focused techniques Settings:l Will benefit from behaviour management policies that are effectively implemented in the classroom

This second session will build on the ideas covered in Day 1, and after a further six months in the classroom. Using a solutions focused approach, it will provide an opportunity to reflect on the experience and needs of the course participants with regard to managing behaviour. The session will consider the consolidation and maintenance phase of behaviour management.

Taking Stock, Moving OnTimes: 9.00am - 12.00pm, repeated 1.00pm - 4.00pm Date: 20th June 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £400 for entire package or £60 per session (schools outside the borough £420 for package or £70 per session)Tutor: Lee McAuliffe Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Primary & EYFS NQTs

Pupils:l Will be taught by teachers with greater clarity, confidence and motivation NQTs:l Will reflect on their NQT year achievements, challenges and learning and consider their professional ambitions and opportunities for their second year (and beyond) Settings:l Will benefit from teachers with greater clarity, confidence and motivation to develop their talents and progress their careers

This is an opportunity for NQTs to review their NQT year and reflect on its successes and difficulties. Teachers then use this experience to consider and decide on relevant development and training needs over the following two years of their career.


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Induction Tutor Briefing Times: 9.00am - 12.00pm Date: 22nd September 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 (£70 to schools outside the borough)Tutor: Siobhan Malone and Members of Royal Greenwich NQT Induction Services Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

NQT Induction Tutors & Coordinators

Pupils:l Will benefit from better prepared and more confident NQTs NQT Induction Tutors:l Will carry out the role of induction tutor more effectively l Will be more confident in their role as induction tutor Settings:l Will be working within statutory guidelines for the induction of NQTs

This course is important to anyone new to the role of induction tutor or coordinator and will also be very useful toanyone with experience, as a refresher and an opportunity to develop best practice. The content covers:l The 2012 Teachers’ Standards and using them with your NQTsl Statutory requirements for NQT Inductionl The impact of your rolel Evidencing progressl Assessing against the new standards and writing termly assessment reportsl Effective use of 10% non-contact timel Sharing best practice

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School Business Managers’ ConferenceTimes: 9.00am - 4.00pm Date: 11th November 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £120 or a total of £220 if attending the 2 network meetings and the conference (out of borough £150 or a total of £260 if attending a total of 2 network meetings and a conference)Tutor: Various Lead Practitioners (as agreed by the group) Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

School Business Managers

Pupils:l Will attend a school which is effectively resourced SBMs:l Will have access to a range of resources available to improve efficiency and will be able to help shape future provisions for SBMs Settings:l Will have more effective and robust systems in place as a result of SBMs reflecting on models of good practice

This is an opportunity for existing and aspiring School Business Managers, including those studying for a qualification in School Business Management. Guest speakers will be invited to present on key changes in the field of education, consider the implications for school business mangement and offer tools to support you in maximising the opportunities available.


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School Business Managers’ NetworkTimes: 9.00am - 12.30pm Date: 2nd March 2017 & 15th June 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 or a total of £220 if attending the 2 network meetings and the conference (out of borough £150 or total of £260 if attending a total of 2 network meetings and a conference) Tutor: Various Lead Practitioners (as agreed by the group) Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

School Business Managers

Pupils:l Will attend a school which is effectively resourced SBMs:l Will hear from various experts on whichever areas of their work are identified l Will have the opportunity to share best practice, helping them to develop their own practice in school l Will form links and collaborate, ensuring SBMs are more effective in their role Settings:l Will have more effective and robust systems in place as a result of SBMs reflecting on models of good practice

Guest speakers are invited to each session to focus on a particular area of interest previously identified by the group. Recent sessions have included Managing Well Being in Schools and Developing the School Business Manger role. Relevant updates are also provided from departments withing the Royal Borough of Greenwich, such as Human Resources, Payroll and Finance.


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Level 4 Diploma in SchoolBusiness Management/DSBM(previously CSBM) Date: (1 day) Unit 1/Unit 2 (1 day) Unit 3/Unit 4 (1 day) Unit 5/Unit 6 On RequestVenue: Professional Development CentreCost: £1765 Lunch provided Tutor: Lead Practitioners from Anglia Ruskin University Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

School Business Managers and Aspiring Business Managers

SBMs/Aspiring SBMs will::l Develop skills, knowledge and understanding required to become an effective SBMl Develop leadership, administrative and management skillsl Develop professional knowledgel Develop understanding of further CPD development activities l Increase professional recognition and career progression opportunities Settings:l Have more effective, skilled SBMs, managing finance, resources and other projects l Have more robust, effective and efficient in place to support school improvement

This is a 12 month programme consisting of 3 workshop days and independent learning. This will cover: l Unit 1 – Understanding School Business Management (USBM) l Unit 2 – Planning and Leading Projects in Schools (PLPS) l Unit 3 – Financial Management l Unit 4 – Human Resources Management l Unit 5 – Risk Management l Unit 6 – Office Services Management Programmes are accredited by the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM).


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Coaching in Practice Times: 9.00am - 4.00pmDate: 7th & 21st October 2016 (2 days) Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £250 Lunch provided Tutor: Lead Practitioners from Anglia Ruskin University Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

School Business Managers and School Administration Officers

Practitioners will:l Develop the ability to critically reflect on and inform own practice of coaching

This 2 day workshop combines the theory and practical application of the GROW and TGROW (i.e. Topic, Goal, Reality, Options, Will do) models and enables practitioners to learn more about the theory and practice of coaching as a leadership tool within a learning context. Content will cover:l Critically evaluating a model of coaching used in contemporary professional settingsl Critically interpreting evidence gathered from an appropriate range of sources, including reflection on practicel Synthesising the underpinning theory of coaching with personal experience and practiceDay 1 focuses on engaging with coaching Day 2 focuses on becoming an effective coach.

Leadership 1:Leading Effective TeamsTimes: 9.00am - 4.00pm Date: 18th November 2016

Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £245 or £565 if attending all 3 Leadership workshops Lunch providedTutor: Lead Practitioners from Anglia Ruskin University Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

School Business Managers and School Administration Officers who have:l responsibility for leading a team l recently taken on a leadership role or new responsibility

Practitioners will:l Enhance leadership and management skills across a range of contexts

This workshop focuses on how practitioners can develop a highly effective team with a culture of high performance and high levels of trust. It will recognise the varied and sometimes complex nature of team structures in schools.


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Leadership 2:Leading Change for ImprovementTimes: 9.00am - 4.00pm Date: 20th January 2017 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £245 or £565 if attending all 3 Leadership workshops Lunch provided Tutor: Lead Practitioners from Anglia Ruskin University Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich



This workshop will focus on the essential knowledge linked to leading change to achieve school improvement. Practitioners will review various case studies and accounts of practice to evaluate how leaders implement change for improvement, and consider a range of approaches to leading and managing change.

Leadership 3:Leading and Developing StaffTimes: 9.00am - 4.00pm Date: 31st March 2017

Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £245 or £565 if attending all 3 Leadership workshops Lunch providedTutor: Lead Practitioners from Anglia Ruskin University Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich



This workshop focuses on how to develop individual team members to improve performance. Participants will explore how to spot talent and grow potential for the benefit of the individual, the team and the school.


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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) CPD GroupTimes: 1.15pm - 4.00pm Date: 24th November 2016 16th March 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 per session or a total of £220 if attending the 2 network meetings and the conference (out of borough £70 per session or a total of £260 if attending a total of 2 network meetings and conference)Tutor: HLTA Champion and Lead Practitioners (as agreed by the group)

Anyone with HLTA status & those working towards gaining it

Pupils:l Will be better supported by well- informed, highly skilled and knowledgeable HLTAs HLTAs:l Will gain ideas and knowledge about relevant areas of local and national priority Settings:l Will have a more highly skilled workforce

The HLTA CPD group provides an opportunity for sharing best practice and keeping staff informed of developments within the role of HLTA, as well as the wider support staff community. Each meeting will include a CPD input, decided in advance by the group. Recent topics have included: l Teaching Grammar – Making it Funl MOVE (Movement for Learning and Life)l Learning through Talk

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Where Next? Leadership Development ProgrammeTimes: 9.30am - 4.00pmDate: 6th October 2016 1st December 2016 2nd March 2017 12.30pm - 4.00pm Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £375 without accreditation or £710 with accreditation Lunch providedTutor: Best Practice NetworkAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

HLTAs seeking further leadership training

Pupils:l Will receive improved outcomes HLTAs:l Will develop communication skills for leadership and take mentoring and coaching skills to a deeper level

This leadership programme has been developed specifically for HLTAs. The programme will give HLTAs the opportunity to learn more about leadership, develop skills, reflect on practice and help move their school forward. There is also the option to gain accreditation from the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM). Participants will have the opportunity to take part in a school based leadership project matched to their school’s needs, values and targets.


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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Conference Times: 9.00am - 4.00pm Date: 22nd June 2017 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £120 or a total of £220 if attending the 2 network meetings and the conference (out of borough £150 or a total of £260 if attending a total of 2 network meetings and conference)Tutor: Various Lead Practitioners and External ExpertsAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Anyone with HLTA status & those working towards gaining it

Pupils:l Will be supported by HLTAs with refreshed strategies and ideas to implement HLTAs:l Will develop new strategies and the confidence to try relevant new strategies Settings:l Will benefit from motivated and highly skilled HLTAs

This is an opportunity for existing and aspiring HLTAs, including those currently working towards gaining the status. Guest speakers will be invited to present sessions on current educational issues. Workshops will be available for specific and focussed input and the day is arranged to allow opportunity for HLTAs to share best practice.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Preparation for AssessmentTimes: 9.00am - 4.30pm Date: 2nd February 2017 3rd February 2017 3rd March 2017 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £665 Lunch providedTutor: Lead Practitioners/Trainers from Babcock Four S Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Staff seeking to gain HLTA Status

HLTAs:l Will be supported in completing the written assignments and feel prepared for the in-school assessment required. Participants will gain HLTA status

This course provides participants with the three day preparation for assessment and the fee covers the half-day assessment required for gaining HLTA status. The three day preparation for assessment is a compulsory requirement for all HLTA candidates, and is suitable for those already meeting the 33 HLTA standards.


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Clinical Practice and Consultation Supervision for Learning Mentors and other Pastoral StaffTimes: 1.30pm - 3.30pm Date: 6th October 2016 15th December 2016 9th February 2017 20th April 2017 15th June 2017 13th July 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £30 per session (out of borough £40)Tutor: Lead Practitioners from CAMHS Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Learning Mentors and other pastoral staff

Pupils:l Will be safeguarded and supported by confident staff whose practice is safe and reflective Practitioners: l Will feel supported and have a safe space to discuss concerns, development needs and strategies Settings:l Will have staff who are equipped to carry out their roles in a safe and professional manner

Staff continue to feedback the benefits of clinical supervision support provided, this includes:l Opportunity to share common concernsl Opportunity to support others in similar rolesl Opportunity to tap into ideas, expertise and experience of othersl Opportunity to reflect positively and safelyl Providing personal & professional development

The sessions also model a framework for supervision that will support Learning Mentors and pastoral staff to work effectively with their students. The sessions for current year will be facilitated by an experienced, Specialised Clinical Social Worker from the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) Early Intervention Team, who is a member of the CAMHS Family Therapy clinic and has a specific responsibility for supporting the work of front line professionals in Children’s Services. To ensure sessions are beneficial and effective, supervision will take place within small groups, with no more than 8 participants. Places must be confirmed.


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Learning Mentor Induction and Training Programme Times: 9.00am - 4.30pm Date: 7th October 2016 1.30pm - 3.30pm 4th November 2016 11th November 2016 18th November 2016 25th November 2016 2nd December 2016 9th December 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £430 + £100 University accreditation Lunch providedTutor: Lead Practitioners from Inclusion, Learning and Achievement Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All School Staff including Learning Mentors, Teaching Assistants & other Support Staff

Pupils:l Will have improved personal well-being and attitude to school and self Practitioners: l Will gain additional skills to support individual needs of children and young people Settings:l Will help to create classroom environments where children and young people are ready to learn

This 6 day course will provide participants with a comprehensive description of the Learning Mentor role. It will address all aspects including:l Setting up the programme in an educational environmentl Working with children and young people with specific needs such as anger management, bullying and low self- esteeml Working with parents and key staff l Evaluating and recording of the Learning Mentor provisionParticipants will also complete a portfolio enabling them to achieve L4/5 University accreditation.


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Learning Mentor Cross Borough Network MeetingTimes: 1.30pm -3.30pm Date: 7th November 2016 27th February 2017 22nd June 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £30 per session (out of borough £40)Tutor: Lead Practitioners from Inclusion, Learning and Achievement Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Learning Mentors Learning Mentors will: l Gain from sharing good practice and the practical skills and knowledge of how to implement this in school

Learning Mentors will have theopportunity to share and gain bestpractice from other mentors working inschools across neighbouring boroughs.Mentors will be both sign posted andsupported in implementing legislation thatimpacts on their role and responsibilitiesas a learning mentor. Meetings will alsoinclude short seminars in areas such asOfsted, Anti-Bullying, Conflict Resolution and Transitions as well as providing access to further CPD and training for Learning Mentors and other pastoral positions.


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NVQsTimes: On-going online training Date: On-goingVenue: PDC or on-line supportCost: £1,400 - £1,850

Tutor: Various NVQ Assessors and Tutors Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All School Staff Practitioners: l Undertaking these qualifications will develop skills, underpinning knowledge and understanding, whilst further developing confidence about roles and responsibilities.

A range of Vocational and Diploma qualifications offered at levels 3, 4 and 5.These will include:l Business Administration l Customer Servicel Health and Social Carel Advice and Guidance l Learning Support Assistant (apprenticeship)These qualifications provide individuals with access to high quality continued professional development that will support them to demonstrate tangible competence in their work place settings.Our E-portfolio system has many benefits for Learners: no more bulky paper based portfolios to manage or store and a system that allows you to study when and where you want, track your progress at all times and have instant access to course material and resources.

Drawing and TalkingTimes: 9.00am - 3.30pm Date: 25th April 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £125 Lunch providedTutor: Specialist Drawing & Talking Trainers Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All School Staff Pupils: l Experiencing different levels of trauma will be better supported in school Staff will:l Be confident in creating and embedding targeted activities that are effective in dealing with trauma

Drawing and Talking is a school basedintervention that is used with childrenwho may be suffering from Emotionaland Behavioural Difficulties or who havesuffered some form of trauma.The technique provides an effectivetherapeutic intervention in line withcurrent trends.

Qualification LevelL2 AwardL2 CertificateL3 CertificateL3 DiplomaL4 CertificateL4 DiplomaL5 Diploma

Full Cost£1,400£1,400£1,400£1,600£1,700£1,750£1,850

COURSE TITLE DESCRIPTION IMPACT STATEMENTGOVERNORS TARGET

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The Next StepsDate: 20th March 2017 5.00pm - 7.00pm 15th June 2017 6.00pm - 8.00pm Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: Can be included as part of the SLA training package or £30 per session (out of borough £40) Tutor: Members of Workforce and Curriculum Development TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Governors who have attended the Induction training or who have served for at least a year.

Governors:l Will continue to develop their knowledge and skills to ensure that they fulfil their key responsibilities, l Will be able to hold the school leadership to account for good value for moneyl Will ensure that teacher appointments reflect the priorities of the school

This course will further develop those Governors who have attended induction or who wish to join a new committee. The course will support an understanding of ‘basic finance’, ‘basic personnel’ and ‘basic performance management’.


Induction Training for New GovernorsTimes: 9.30am - 3.00pm Date: 16th November 2016 6th February 2017 17th May 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: Can be included as part of the SLA training package or £125 per session (out of borough £155) Lunch providedTutor: Members of Workforce and Curriculum Development TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

New or recently appointed/elected Governors

Governors will:l Have a clear understanding of the role for which they have volunteered. Will become active participators and effective Governors as quickly as possiblel Understand how to get to know their school and how to challengel Be confident when dealing with written informationl Be able to interrogate data

This course provides an opportunity for Governors to develop a strong focus on the three core strategic functions below:l Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic directionl Holding the headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupilsl Overseeing the financial performance of the school and making sure its money is well spent


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Chairs’ TrainingTimes: 9.30am - 3.00pm Date: 4th October 2016 23rd January 2017 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: Can be included as part of the SLA training package or £125 per session (out of borough £155) Lunch provided Tutor: Members of the Workforce and Curriculum Development TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All Chairs of Governors or Chairs of Committees

Governors:l Will be able to challenge school performancel Will be fully involved in school improvementl Will hold strategic and focused meetingsl Will ensure that the whole Governing Body becomes an effective and strategic group which robustly holds the school to account at all levels

This course will cover the effective management of the Governing Body’s work, establishing a professional and supportive relationship with the Headteacher and senior managers, ensuring that all the meetings are run effectively and that meetings and agenda setting are managed professionally.

The Governing Body’s Responsibility for School FinanceDate: 8th February 2017 10.00am - 12.00pm 22nd February 2017 6.00pm - 8.00pm Venue: Town HallCost: Can be included as part of the SLA training package or £30 per session (out of borough £40) Tutor: Members of the Schools Accounting TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All Governors but particularly those serving on the finance/resources committee

Governors:l Will manage the resources allocated to the school efficientlyl Will ensure that the strategic vision for the school is properly costedl Will ensure, that all resources meet the needs of the school, impact on school improvement and are good value for money

This course will support Governors in understanding their role in setting and monitoring the school budget; allocating resources in line with the school’s strategic plan and ensuring that the school achieves good value for money.


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Effective Governor MonitoringDate: 19th October 2016 5.00pm - 7.00pm 5th June 2017 6.00pm - 8.00pm Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: Can be included as part of the SLA training package or £30 per session (out of borough £40) Tutor: Members of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Primary Standards Team and Workforce and Curriculum Development TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All Governors The Governing Body:l Will have a clear and robust visiting policy which is known and understood by all staffl Governors will have the confidence to visit the schooll Governors will have evidence of practice following policy

This course will provide an overview of the Governing Body role in monitoring, evaluation and accountability for the school’s performance. Governors will discuss protocols for effective school visits and consider examples of how to link visits to school improvement priorities.

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Preparation for Ofsted - The Governor’s RoleTimes: 6.00pm - 8.00pm Date: 9th January 2017 10th May 2017 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: Can be included as part of the SLA training package or £30 per session (out of borough £40) Tutor: Members of the Secondary (11-19) Standards TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All Governors Governors:l Will ensure clarity of vision, ethos and strategic directionl Will develop the Governors’ role in providing challenge and hold the Headteacher and other senior leaders to account for improving the quality of teaching

This course will look at how Governors prepare themselves and contribute to the school’s preparation for an Ofsted inspection.

The Role of the SEND GovernorTimes: 6.00pm - 8.00pm Date: 29th March 2017Venue: Town HallCost: Can be included as part of the SLA training package or £30 (out of borough £40)Tutor: Members of the SEN and SEND Reform TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All Governors but especially those with SEND responsibility

Governors:l Will have a clear understanding of their role. They will have the knowledge and expertise to hold the school to account for the cost of resources and the impact on the young people in their care. The Governors will know that as a result of the specific intervention in place, progress and attainment is in line with predictions.

This course will investigate the specific and important role of the SEND Governor. It will explore how to ensure that the legal requirements put in place to support those children identified as having SEND; and ensure that the appropriate support and interventions are in place; and that those interventions are impacting positively.


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The Role of the Safeguarding GovernorDate: 30th November 2016 2.00pm - 4.00pm 13th June 2017 10.00am - 12.00pmVenue: Professional Development CentreCost: Can be included as part of the SLA training package or £30 per session (out of borough £40)Tutor: Members of the Children’s Services Safeguarding TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All Governors but especially those with Safeguarding responsibility

Governors:l Will have a clear understanding of their role. They will have the knowledge and expertise to hold the school to account for ensuring that the policies and processes are in place and that they are being consistently applied.l Will have a good understanding of what they should monitor and challenge and how that is reported back to the full Governing Body.

This course will investigate the specific and important role of the Safeguarding Governor: l how to ensure that the legal requirements are in place and are known and understood by all staff and adults working in your schooll ensuring that the expectations of OfSTED are being met, and that Governors can provide evidence of their compliance.

The Role of the Governing Body in Early Years Date: 16th January 2017 10.00am - 12.00pm Rachael McMillan Nursery 21st June 2017 5.00pm - 7.00pm Alex McLeod Primary School Venue: Rachael McMillan Nursery or Alex McLeod Primary SchoolCost: Can be included as part of the SLA training package or £30 per session (out of borough £40)Tutor: Members of Workforce and Curriculum Development

All Governors Governors:l Will have an understanding of the learning and development expectations for early years will have an understanding of the expectations of assessment and reporting on achievement of the early years goals will be able to hold the school to account to ensure that their pupil are school ready.

This course will ensure that that governors gain an understanding of the statutory Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. To ensure that the policies and procedures comply with expectations. To develop a keen understanding of how data and assessment should be used to track and measure the impact of the provision.


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What does Challenge and Impact Look Like Times: 5.00pm - 7.00pm Date: 16th May 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: Can be included as part of the SLA training package or £30 (out of borough £40)Tutor: Members of Workforce and Curriculum Development Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All Governors Governors:l Will know how to effectively challenge and support the school, know how the governing body can make a difference and be able to evidence the impact of the Governing Body to an Ofsted Inspector.

This course will support all governors to understand what effective governance and what effective challenge looks like. How constructive challenge can be used to measure the impact of governance and school improvement.

Effective Leadership and Management including Governance Date: 1st February 2017 2.00pm - 4.00pm PDC 4th May 2017 5.00pm - 7.00pm Town HallVenue: Professional Development Centre or Town HallCost: Can be included as part of the SLA training package or £30 per session (out of borough £40)Tutor: Members of Workforce and Curriculum Development Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All Governors Governors:l Will be better equipped to challenge and interrogate the data for their school, more confident in key accountability measures, able to ensure the school is effectively using resources to narrow the gaps for disadvantaged pupils and confident in preparing for an Ofsted inspection.

This course will enable Governors to know how to challenge the data for their school and ensure that all pupils are making good or better progress.


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Complaints Training for Governors Date: 8th November 2016 6.00pm - 8.00pm 13th March 2017 10.00pm - 12.00pmVenue: Professional Development CentreCost: Can be included as part of the SLA training package or £30 per session (out of borough £40)Tutor: Members of Workforce and Curriculum Development Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All Governors Governors:l Will have a good understanding of what a complaint is, be confident if they are asked to investigate a complaint on behalf of the Governing Body confident to serve on a complaints panel.l Have a whole school complaints policy which will ensure that all stakeholders are confident that their concerns or complaints will be dealt with sympathetically and fairly.

This course will support Governors to understand their role in managing complaints and concerns raised about their school. An effective complaints policy that is understood by the school community will help to ensure that any concerns or issues are dealt with effectively and a quick and positive outcome is secured.

COURSE TITLE DESCRIPTION IMPACT STATEMENTWHOLE SCHOOL

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Spelling & SyllabificationTimes: 9.30am - 3.00pmDate: 8th November 2016Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £40 (out of borough £50) Tutor: Members of the STEPS Team Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

SENCOs, Teachers and Support Staff

Pupils:l Will know and be able to use clear, enabling strategies for reading and spelling multi-syllabic words l Will gain confidence in reading and spelling these words which will help them develop their reading and writing levels Practitioners: l Will be confident in teaching pupils clear strategies for reading and spelling multi-syllabic words Settings:l Will be confident in teaching pupils clear strategies for reading and spelling multi- syllabic words

Phonemic knowledge, morphemic knowledge. Etymological knowledge and effective approaches for learning spelling.



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Parent/Carer Open DaysTimes: 9.00am - 7.00pmDate: Numicon/Dyslexia Handwriting/ReadingVenue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools Tutor: Members of the STEPS Team

SENCOs, teachers and teaching assistants

Pupils:l Can support learners at homeStaff:l Will gain knowledge of the possible triggers of behaviours in children Settings:l Will embrace the principle of multi-agency working

As a support service involved with your child this is an opportunity to meet the team and discuss any queries you may have about the service we offerincluding: assessments, outreach support and specialist teaching. We also offer training by our maths, dyslexia and handwriting specialists.

Literacy Support DaysTimes: 9.30am - 12.00pmDate: 17th October 2016 18th October 2016 20th February 2017 21st February 2017 22nd May 2017 23rd May 2017Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools (out of borough £30 per session) Tutor: Members of the STEPS TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

SENCOs, teachers and support staff

Pupils:l Will work with staff who are receiving continued professional development Staff:l Will build knowledge and skills and feel confident supporting their particular learner Settings:l Will be providing continued professional development for their staff

These literacy days provide opportunities for teaching assistants to have 1:1 consultations and attend lectures which update staff on aspects of the STEPS specialist teaching programme.


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Whole School Handwriting TrainingTimes: 3 hoursDate: On RequestVenue: At host school or Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £200 (out of borough £300)Tutor: Members of the STEPS Team Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

SENCOs, Teachers & Support Staff

Pupils:l Will have the tools and methods to improve their handwriting Practitioners: l Will be confident in teaching handwriting and remedying handwriting difficulties so that pupils’ handwriting improves Settings:l Will be confident that there is consistency in the teaching of handwriting in schools

This course explores the structures needed for the implementation of a successful handwriting policy and practice. It does not promote a particular handwriting style. Lots of practical problem-solving ideas and strategies for the most and least competent writers


Handwriting Catch up (2 sessions) Times: 4.30pm - 6.00pmDate: 23rd January 2017 30th January 2017Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £30 per delegate Tutor: Members of the STEPS Team

Literacy coordinators, SENCos and Senior Leaders

Pupils:l This course is for teachers and teaching assistants who wish to find out more about the whole school approach to handwriting or who have missed out on their school’s training. Staff:l Will be confident in teaching handwriting and remedying handwriting difficulties Settings:l Will feel confident that all staff are informed and are confident teaching handwriting and remedying handwriting difficulties

Explore the structure needed for the implementation of a sucessful handwriting policy and practice. Lots of practical problem-solving ideas and strategies for the least competent writers


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Learning to Learn WorkshopsTimes: 2.5 hours Date: On requestVenue: Host School - Year 5 classCost: £200 per classTutor: Members of the STEPS Team

Teachers & Support Staff and Pupils

Pupils:l Will explore and celebrate their differences and understand their learning styles Practitioners: l Will be informed about the learning styles of their class which will inevitably inform planning Settings:l Will embrace personalisation of learning

A workshop which explores - how the brain works, learning styles, metacognition, multiple intelligences and study skills

To know and understand every facet of Jenny Mosley’s whole school Quality Circle Time Model

Whole School Circle Time TrainingTimes: 2 x 1.5 hoursDate: On requestVenue: At host school Cost: £250 (£300 to out of borough schools)Tutor: Members of the STEPS Team Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


Pupils:l Will have access to a range of supportive listening systems and improve their communication skills Practitioners: l Will be empowered to support children and staff well-being via a structured whole school systemSettings:l Will be empowered to support children and staff well-being via a structured whole school positive behaviour system

To know and understand every facet of Jenny Mosley’s whole school Quality Circle Time Model


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Provision MappingTimes: On request Date: On requestVenue: At host school or Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £150Tutor: Members of the STEPS Team

Whole School teams (primary schools)

Pupils:l Will receive support that is monitored for its effectiveness Practitioners: l Are instumental in the provision mapping planning process Settings:l This course supports the strategic planning of an effective holistic provision map.

A one and a half hour presentation to whole staff teams which explains the stages of provision mapping cycle and how to implement it in schools.

Restorative Approaches FacilitatorTraining

Date: 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th November 2016 9.00am - 4.00pm or 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th March 2017 9.00am - 4.00pmVenue: Professional Development Centre Cost: Course - £420 (out of borough £470) Course and Level 5 Accreditation: £620 (Out of Borough £670) Lunch providedTutor: Members of IDSS Team Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All School Staff Pupils:l The use of RA will support pupils to develop essential life skills in conflict resolution, problem solving and emotional literacy; helping them to understand how to positively repair relationships damaged through conflict. Practitioners: l Will develop practical skills and knowledge, which they can apply to conflict situations in their work setting.l Will have the opportunity to work towards a L5 University accreditation and on completion, can apply to achieve registration with the Restorative Justice Council - joining a growing body of accredited restorative practitioners.Settings:l Will benefit from having staff with specialist skills and knowledge who can support an enhanced conciliatory culture across the setting.

A Restorative Approach (RA) is inspired by the philosophy and practices of Restorative Justice, which puts repairing harm done to relationships and people at the heart of its response to conflict and wrongdoing. The ultimate aim of the training is to contribute to the building of a respectful, safe and inclusive school community or setting. The course is held over 4 days and provides intensive, interactive facilitator training, focusing on building an understanding of a restorative ethos and developing effective facilitation skills.Participants can also undertake a Level 5 academic component in Restorative Approaches, with the 12 month study and support programme commencing after the training course.


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Restorative Approaches Facilitator Refresher TrainingTimes: 9.00am - 4.00pmDate: Please register your interest for the course commencing in early 2017Venue: Professional Development Centre Cost: £125 per participant (out of borough £155) Lunch provided Cost includes opportunity to attend 3 RA Practitioner Network Meetings Tutor: Members of IDSS Team Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Any school staff who have previously completed the Royal Greenwich 4 day RA Facilitator training

Pupils:l The use of RA will support pupils to develop essential life skills in conflict resolution, problem solving and emotional literacy; helping them to understand how to positively repair relationships damaged through conflict. Practitioners: l Will have increased confidence in using RA in their roles.l Will be better equipped to use RA in their schools, having learnt new techniques and strategies for implementing their skillsSettings:l Organisations will benefit from having staff with specialist skills and knowledge who can support an enhanced conciliatory culture across the setting.

This one day course is designed for staff who have previously completed full RA Facilitation training (4 day course) and have begun using the approach in their roles.It is intended to refresh participants knowledge on Restorative Approaches, providing opportunities to reflect on and improve practical skills. New ideas and guidance for implementing RA across the school community will also be shared on this course


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Royal Greenwich Restorative Approaches ConferenceTimes: 9.00am - 12.30pmDate: 24th February 2017Venue: Professional Development Centre Cost: £60 per participant Tutor: Members of IDSS Team Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All school staff Pupils:l The use of RA will support pupils to develop essential life skills in conflict resolution, problem solving and emotional literacy; helping them to understand how to positively repair relationships damaged through conflict. Practitioners: l Will have the opportunity to share best practice and learn from others from a range of agencies. l Will learn new skills and techniques for the application of RA across a range of settings.Settings:l Will benefit from having staff with specialist skills and knowledge who can support an enhanced conciliatory culture across the setting.

Annual RA conference for all those working restoratively in Greenwich and beyond. Hear from experienced RA practitioners, join workshops and network with professionals from other schools and agencies. This conference is aimed at both exisiting restorative practitioners and those new to the approach or who are interested to find out about the potential benefits of using RA.


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Developing Anti-Bullying Programmes WorkshopDate: 12th January 2017 Primary 9.00am - 12.00pm Secondary 1.00pm - 4.00pmVenue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 per participant (out of borough £70 per session)Tutor: Members of IDSS Team Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All school staff with a responsibility for PSHE/ Anti-Bullying / Safeguarding issues

Pupils:l Feelings of safety will be enhanced due to an increase in anti-bullying education and support programmes in their schooll Will be fully aware of the different forms of bullying and how they can prevent them Practitioners: l Will improve their knowledge on bullying issues and how to implement anti-bullying messages across the curriculum l Increased confidence in designing and running anti-bullying programmes in their schools Settings:l Will benefit from a sustainable anti- bullying programme of activities, run by informed school staff, which address bullying issues throughout the school year

This half day course supports school staff to consider how they can implement anti-bullying activities across the curriculum and throughout the academic year. Staff will be introduced to anti-bullying resources and plans to assist them to develop a range of anti-bullying programmes.


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PEPs Process and Practice: A Multi-Agency SessionTimes: 2.00pm - 4.00pmDate: 20th January 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: FREE to Royal Borough of Greenwich Staff and Schools (£25 cancellation fee)Tutor: Members of the Virtual School Team

Designated Teachers for looked after children and delegated staff, pastoral staff and SENCOs, foster carers, social workers and IROs

A multi-agency session exploring the statutory duties surrounding PEPs and sharing ideas with the Virtual School and each other on best practice. The new Royal Borough of Greenwich PEP form will be introduced.

Pupils:l Will benefit from highly ambitious educational plans Practitioners:l Will have an opportunity to share best practice and learn from others from a range of agenciesl Will be better equipped to meet their statutory dutiesSettings:l Will have better systems for looked after children leading to improved outcomesl Schools will be able to satisfy their Governing Body that their designated teachers are meeting their training obligations


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Designated Teacher Termly Networking SessionsTimes: 2.00pm - 4.00pmDate: 17th November 2016 & 9th March 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: FREE to Royal Borough of Greenwich Staff and Schools (£25 cancellation fee)Tutor: Members of the Virtual School Team

Designated Teachers for Looked After Children and delegated staff, pastoral staff and SENCOs

Practitioners:l Will be more able to meet their statutory dutiesl Will be able to problem solve for the Looked After Children in their schools. Settings:l Will have better systems for Looked After Children leading to improved outcomesl Schools will be able to satisfy their Governing Body that their Designated Teachers are meeting their training obligations

A termly session led by Royal Borough of Greenwich Virtual School staff to enable Designated Teachers to meet their statutory duties. The session will update staff on local, regional and national developments and provide a chance to share best practice and network with staff from other schools.


New Designated Teacher for Looked After ChildrenTimes: 2.00pm - 4.00pmDate: 13th October 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: FREE to Royal Borough of Greenwich Staff and Schools (£25 cancellation fee)Tutor: Members of the Virtual School Team

RBG school staff who are new to the role of Designated Teacher for Looked After Children

Pupils:l Looked After Children will benefit from higher aspirations and better support.Practitioners:l Will be better equipped to meet their statutory duties l Will have an opportunity to share best practice learn from othersSettings:l Will have better systems for Looked After Children leading to improved outcomesl Schools will be able to satisfy their Governing Body that their Designated Teachers are meeting their training obligations

This induction session will take you through the statutory duties of the Designated Teacher for Looked After Children. There will be a chance to discuss best practice and to share ideas for improving the outcomes for children in care.


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Introduction to the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE)Times: 9.30am - 4.00pmDate: 7th October 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £55 (out of borough £65) Lunch providedTutor: Members of IDSS Team Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All School Staff Pupils:l Will maximise the benefits gained from involvement in the DofE programme Staff:l Will gain a good understanding of DofE programmes (levels, sections, timescales, sectional benefits)Settings:l Will benefit from staff who have specialist knowledge and a clear understanding of the guiding principles of the DofE Awards

The Introduction to the DofE training course will provide you with the information needed to be a DofE Leader and run DofE programmes within a centre. It will put the learning from e-induction into context in a practical way. It is suitable for new DofE Leaders as well as existing Leaders who want to improve their DofE knowledge. By the end of the course staff will understand the mission and guiding principles and how they relate directly to the design and delivery of DofE programmes.


Multi-Agency Looked After Children ConferenceTimes: All day Date: 22nd June 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £100Tutor: Members of the Virtual School Team Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Designated Teachers for Looked After Children and delegated staff, pastoral staff and SENCOs, foster carers, social workers and IROs

Looked After Children: l Will improve their aspirations and outcomesPractitioners:l Will be more knowledgeable and confident in using strategies to support Looked After Children with their educationl Will have a better knowledge of their own role and the role of other agenciesSettings:l Will have better systems for Looked After Children leading to improved outcomes. Schools will be able to satisfy their Governing Body that their Designated Teachers are meeting their training obligations

The annual multi-agency conference on education for Looked After Children will provide an opportunity to hear speakers, join workshops and network with professionals from other schools and other agencies.


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Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Expedition Supervisors Training CourseTimes: 9.30am - 4.00pmDate: 24th February 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £85 (out of borough £95) Lunch providedTutor: Members of IDSS Team

DofE Leaders and Staff supporting expeditions

Staff:l Will have a clear understanding of their role and responsibilities, increased knowledge of the expedition section and the opportunity to network with other supervisorsSettings:l Will benefit from having staff with a clear understanding of the Expedition Supervisor’s duty of care and the safety/emergency procedures relating to the expeditions

The Expedition Supervisor training course covers understanding the role of the Expedition Supervisor, Assessor and other adults involved in the delivery of the Expedition section, understanding the process of remote supervision, understanding the importance of emergency procedures and the duty of care held by the Supervisor.(Please note this course does not qualify a delegate to supervise expeditions. This authorisation is given by each Licensed Organisation/AAP in accordance with their own guidelines and requirements.)


Becoming Cyber SafeDate: 14th Ocotber 2016 Secondary 9.00am - 12.00pm Primary 12.45pm - 3.45pmVenue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 (out of borough £70 per session) Tutor: Experienced CEOP Ambassador

Staff, senior leaders and governors with a responsibility for PSHE, Anti-Bullying, safeguarding, and those teaching internet safety.

This half day course aims to ensure that pupils are safeguarded through effective on-line safety in school and beyond.It will -l Provide up to date information, advice and guidance for teaching children and young people and supporting parents on internet safety issues (including managing children’s digital behaviour) l Facilitate the planning and delivery of an effective internet safety scheme of work throughout primary school, and at KS3 and 4 in secondary school

Pupils:l Will benefit from increased staff confidence in managing online issues l Will be fully aware of how to keep themsleves safe online Practitioners:l Increased confidence in addressing this issue with children, young people and parentsl Will help staff to develop an understanding of the risks of life on-line so that they can teach children how to keep themselves and others safe Settings:l Will benefit from having staff with up to date knowledge on e-safety issues, which they can share with parents and pupils

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Using Visual Support for Pupils with an ASD at an Early Stage of Communication Development in SchoolsTimes: 9.00am - 12.00pmDate: 19th October 2016 Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park Campus or at host schoolCost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools (out of borough £30 when attending Kings Park session)Tutor: Members of ASD Outreach TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Staff supporting pupils with an ASD in primary schools, SENCOs/Teachers & Teaching Assistants

Pupils:l Will be supported to develop communication skills using a symbol based system Practitioners: l Will have an in depth knowledge of how visual support can help children with an ASD to manage their learning environmentSettings:l Will be supported by staff who are confident about the rationale and theory behind symbol based communication systems

This session provides an introduction to visual support strategies including schedules, symbols, NOW/NEXT boards etc. by using symbols to support the development of communication.



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Supporting Students with an ASD in Primary SchoolsTimes: 9.00am -12.00pmDate: 4th November 2016 11th November 2016 18th November 2016 25th November 2016 2nd December 2016 or 22nd February 2017 1st March 2017 8th March 2017 15th March 2017 22nd March 2017 or 8th June 2017 15th June 2017 22nd June 2017 29th June 2017 6th July 2017 Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park Campus (18th November 2016 Professional Development Centre)Cost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools (out of borough £110) Tutor: Members of ASD Outreach TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Staff supporting pupils with an ASD in primary schools, SENCOs/Teachers & Teaching Assistants

Pupils:l Will be provided with appropriate strategies and support to assist their inclusion, interaction and access to all areas of the curriculum Practitioners: l Will have a deeper understanding of autism and how it affects children and their familiesl Will be equipped with a range of strategies to support children with autism in mainstream primary schoolSettings:l Will have staff who have a greater understanding of best practice in relation to children with autism as well as the sensory difficulties they experience which can affect their ability to be included

This course includes the following:l Week 1 What is ASD? Sharing our experiences of ASDl Week 2 Theories linked to Autism – personal experiences and sensory sensitivitiesl Week 3 Communication - Strategies to Assistl Week 4 Approaches and Strategiesl Week 5 Managing Behaviour, Emotional and Anxiety Difficulties with Pupils with an ASD


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How to Support Children with an ASD in the Dinner Hall and PlaygroundTimes: On requestDate: On request Venue: At host school 90 minute sessionCost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools Tutor: Members of ASD Outreach Team

Mealtime Supervisors

Pupils:l Will be supported by staff with appropriate strategies and support to assist their inclusion, interaction and access to all areas of the curriculum Practitioners:l Will have an understanding of autism and how it affects children and their familiesl Will be equipped with a range of strategies to support children with autism in the playground and dinner halll Will be aware of the particular challenges (including sensory based issues) of the environment in the dinner hall and playgroundSettings:l Will be able to set up consistent ASD friendly approaches to the management of students in unstructured timesl Will have staff who have a greater understanding of best practice in relation to children with autism as well as the sensory difficulties they experience which can affect their ability to be included in the playground and dinner hall

This session will provide:l Practical strategies for supporting pupils with an ASD in unstructured times at school l Supporting the development of social interaction skills in the playground setting



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Supporting Children with an ASD in the Foundation StageALL DAY COURSETimes: 9.00am - 4.00pmDate: 5th January 2017 Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park Campus Cost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools (out of borough £120) Tutor: Members of ASD Outreach TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Staff supporting pupils with an ASD in the Foundation Stage,SENCOs/Teachers &Teaching Assistants

Pupils:l Will be provided with appropriate strategies and support to assist their inclusion, interaction and access to all areas of the curriculum Practitioners:l Will have a deeper understanding of autism and how it affects children and their familiesl Will be equipped with a range of strategies to support children with autism in mainstream primary schoolsSettings:l Will have staff who have a greater understanding of best practice in relation to children with autism as well as the sensory difficulties they experience which can affect their ability to be included

This course specifically focuses on meeting the needs of children with an ASD in the Foundation Stage. It covers: l What is ASD?l Communication development and strategies l Sensory sensitivities and strategies to manage theml Behaviour and strategies to manage behaviour



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Setting up a Sensory Programme for Children with an ASD in your School: To Include Sensory Circuits and Sensory Diets.ALL DAY COURSETimes: 9.00am - 4.00pmDate: 29th November 2016 25th April 2017 Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park Campus Cost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools (out of borough £120 per session) Tutor: Members of ASD Outreach Team and ASD Outreach Team Occupational ThreapistAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Staff supporting pupils with an ASD in schools, SENCOs/Teachers & Teaching Assistants

Pupils:l Will be provided with appropriate strategies and support to assist their inclusion, interaction and access to all areas of the curriculum Practitioners:l Will be confident in understanding the sensory needs of pupils with an ASDl Will be able to set up and run a sensory circuitl Will be able to support a child with a sensory dietSettings:l Will have a range of experience in their school to support pupils with sensory needs as a part of their educational programme

This course supports staff in schools in supporting pupils with an ASD and sensory sensitivities, setting up interventions and supporting specialist OT programmes.



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Using Intensive Interaction to Support Students with an ASD in SchoolTimes: 9.00am -12.00pm Date: 22nd February 2017 Venue: Professional Development Centre or host schoolCost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools Tutor: Members of ASD Outreach Team

Staff supporting students with an ASD in schools.SENCOs/Teachers &Teaching Assistants

Pupils:l Will be able to be supported to develop communication skills using Intensive Interaction Practitioners:l Will be supported by staff who have an in-depth knowledge of how Intensive Interaction can help children with an ASD to develop communication skillsSettings:l Will be supported by staff who are confident about the rationale and theory behind Intensive Interaction

This course provides an introduction to intensive interaction techniques and the rationale for using these with pupils with an ASD. Practical application in a school setting is provided.


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Using Social Stories to support students with an ASD in schoolsTimes: 9.00am - 12.00pmDate: 9th May 2017 Venue: At host school or Newhaven School, Kings Park Campus Cost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools (out of borough £30 when attending Kings Park session) Tutor: Members of ASD Outreach TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Staff supporting pupils with an ASD in schools.SENCOs/Teachers & Teaching Assistants

Pupils will be:l Able to be supported to understand social situations through a story based approach Practitioners:l Will have an in-depth knowledge of how social stories can support children with an ASD to understand social situationsl Will be confident in writing social stories to use with students themselvesSettings:l Will be supported by staff who are confident about the rationale and theory behind Social Stories

This session will provide an introduction to Social Stories and the rationale for using these with students with an ASD. Practical application in a school setting is also provided.


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ASD awareness training for all school staffTimes: On requestDate: On request Venue: At host schoolCost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools Tutor: Members of ASD Outreach Team

Whole school teams

Pupils:l Will be provided with appropriate strategies and support to assist their inclusion, interaction and access to all areas of the curriculum Practitioners:l Will have an understanding of autism and how it affects pupils and their familiesl Will be equipped with a range of strategies to support pupils with autism in mainstream primary schoolsSettings:l Will be able to set up ASD friendly approaches across the whole school and establish consistent approaches to the management of pupils in their schools, as a consequence of a shared knowledge and understanding amongst all staffl Will have staff who have a greater understanding of best practice in relation to pupils with autism, as well as the sensory difficulties they experience which can affect their ability to be included

This session provides an introduction to the thinking and learning styles of pupils with an ASD. Additionally it will provide all staff with an overview of practical strategies to support pupils with an ASD.


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ASD On-Line INSETTimes: On requestDate: Termly on request Venue: At host schoolCost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools (out of borough costs available on request) Tutor: Members of the ASD Outreach Team including Education Psychologists within the TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Staff supporting pupils with an ASD in schools. SENCOs/Teachers & Teaching Assistants

Pupils:l Will be provided with appropriate strategies and support to assist their inclusion, interaction and access to all areas of the curriculum Practitioners:l Will have an understanding of autism and how it affects children and their familiesl Will be equipped with a range of strategies to support children with autism in mainstream schoolsSettings:l Will have staff who have a greater understanding of best practice in relation to children with autism as well as the sensory difficulties they experience which can affect their ability to be included

This is an Online course to support staff in learning about the thinking and learning styles of students with an ASD and how to support them within a school based context. The course is delivered through self-directed independent on line learning, supported by 3 sessions in a group context. The courses requires about 18 hours of self directed learning from participants, which includes some short tasks as part of the process.



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Makaton Training (5 sessions)Times: 4.15pm - 6.15pmDate: 1st November 2016 8th November 2016 15th November 2016 22nd November 2016 29th November 2016 or 21st February 2017 28th February 2017 7th March 2017 14th March 2017 21st March 2017Venue: STEPS Pound Park Nursery Pound Park Road, SE7 8AFCost: £130 per delegate Tutor: Members of the STEPS Team

Teaching Assistants Early Years Practitioners & Speech Therapists

Pupils:l Will be empowered to communicate with their peers and adults alike Practitioners:l Will be empowered to support learners with their communication via the use of MakatonSettings:l Will be empowered to support learners with their communication via the use of Makaton

Signing to support speech Modules 1-4 covered


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Wave 3 Literacy Programme ‘STEPS to Success’ (4 sessions) Times: 9.00am - 12.00pmDate: 20th September 2016 27th September 2016 4th October 2016 11th October 2016 10th January 2017 17th January 2017 24th January 2017 31st January 2017 20th June 2017 27th June 2017 4th July 2017 11th July 2017 Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools (out of borough £200) Tutor: Members of the STEPS TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


Pupils:l Learners with dyslexia-related barriers to learning acquire phonic and spelling skills and knowledge, via a structured, cumulative, multisensory learning programme Practitioners:l Will benefit from training from experienced dyslexia specialist teachers and understand the best ways to improve reading, spelling and handwriting outcomes Settings:l Will have staff who are trained to deliver a successful teaching programme. STEPS will observe the staff member teaching the programme if requested by school.


A structured and cumulative synthetic phonics-based literacy programme, for children below catch-up level (ELS/QUEST/FLS)


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Catch-up for Dyslexia Friendly SchoolsTimes: 4.30pm - 6.00pmDate: 10th October 2016 Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £30 Tutor: Members of the STEPS Team

Staff who are new to your school

Pupils:l This course is for staff in ‘Dyslexia Friendly Schools’ who have not received dyslexia training. Practitioners:l Schools holding the ‘Dyslexia Friendly Schools Quality Mark’ are meeting the requirements to maintain a dyslexia friendly school by ensuring all their staff have received dyslexia training. Settings:l Schools holding ‘Dyslexia Friendly Status’ are maintaining the profile of the accreditation ensuring all staff are well informed.

Ensures that all school staff have received DFG training. Achieve and maintain the DFG quality mark


How to Read and Interpret a Dyslexia ReportTimes: 4.30pm - 6.00pmDate: 14th November 2016 Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £30 Tutor: Members of the STEPS Team

SENCOs and Class Teachers

Pupils:l This course gives clear guidance to SENCos on understanding all elements of a specialist dyslexia report. Practitioners:l Will feel confident when feeding back to parents and are able to understand the specific learning profile of each dyslexic learner assessed. Settings:l Will be confident in providing informed specialist advice to parents

How to read and interpret the dyslexia reports produced by STEPS. Clear advice on when to refer learners to STEPS


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On line INSET - DyslexiaTimes: 1 hour introduction and 10 hours of study timeDate: On requestVenue: At host school or Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £25 per delegate Tutor: Members of the STEPS Team

SENCOs, Teachers and Teaching Assistants

Dyslexia Pupils:l Will be supported by adults who understand their needs Practitioners:l Will gain a baseline understanding of dyslexia which is a requirement for the Quality MarkSettings:l Will feel confident that all staff understand dyslexia and how to detect and support dyslexic learners. This course supports the Dyslexia Friendly Schools Quality Mark.

This course is for schools who have achieved Dylexia Friendly status or are working towards the Dyslexia Friendly Schools Quality Mark.


Calling all Dyslexia Friendly SchoolsTimes: 4.30pm - 6.00pmDate: 8th May 2017Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools Tutor: Members of the STEPS Team

Staff of schools holding the Dyslexia Friendly Quality Mark

Pupils:l Will benefit from the best practice from Royal Greenwich Dyslexia Schools Practitioners:l Will benefit from the best practice from Royal Greenwich Dyslexia SchoolsSettings:l Will share good practice

Explore ways in which schools are maintaining their Dyslexia friendly status. Receive ‘dyslexia’ updates on resources and research, and have the opportunity to share good practice with colleagues


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Whole School Numicon TrainingTimes: 2.5 hoursDate: On requestVenue: At host school or Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £200 Greenwich schools Tutor: Members of the STEPS Team


Pupils:l Will be able to use a structured visual imagery system to access abstract mathematical concepts Practitioners:l Will be empowered to teach otherwise abstract concepts at an earlier stageSettings:l Will celebrate maths in their school environment as a relevant subject in children’s lives

A mainstream maths resource. Highly effective in leading children into abstract elements of maths with confidence and certainty


Story/Maths Box CoursesTimes: 9.30am -11.00amDate: 14th September 2016 8th February 2017 Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools (out of borough £30 per session) Tutor: Members of the STEPS TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

SENCOs & Support Staff

Pupils:l With complex learning needs are able to access reading and maths, whilst addressing their speech, language and communication needs Practitioners:l Will be empowered to work on virtually all pupils’ individual multidisciplinary targets in a relevant, practical and meaningful context with children working within the p-scalesSettings:l This course supports an effective provision map

A language-based reading and maths programme created specifically for children working within the p- scales. The box contains a huge range of high quality engaging resources.


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Family Phonics Times: 1.5 hoursDate: On requestVenue: At host schoolCost: £150 Tutor: Members of the STEPS TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Parents and carers Pupils:l Will be supported at home Staff:l Will feel confident that parents understand how phonics are taught in schoolsSettings:l This course strengthens the partnership with parents

A one and a half hour presentation about the principles of synthetic phonics and how parents can support their children at home.


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Whole School Supporting Children with Gaps in their Maths UnderstandingTimes: 1 hourDate: On request Venue: At host school or Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £100 to Greenwich Schools (out of borough £150) Tutor: Members of the STEPS TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


Pupils:l With gaps in mathematical understanding are detected and addressed so that they can move forward with firm foundations Practitioners:l Will have a tool to detect gaps in maths understanding in Key Stage 2 childrenSettings:l This course supports an effective provision map.

This course is a 12 week programme delivered 3 x 30 minutes weekly. The programme will be suitable for children at KS2 who have gaps in their mathematical understanding and are working at 1B and above.


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‘WORD UP’ Literacy Programme Times: 9.30am-12.30pmDate: 13th September 2016 7th February 2017 13th June 2017Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools (out of borough £40 per session) Tutor: Members of the STEPS TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

SENCOs, Teachers and Teaching Assistants

Pupils:l With visual strengths and finding it difficult to use the ‘Synthetic Phonics’ approach have access to a whole word reading and spelling programme and make progress. Practitioners:l Will be informed and know the optimum time to use phonics alongside this programmeSettings:l All children’s needs are considered in the school provision map

Suitable for children working within p-levels, focuses on reading whole word instead of the process of synthetic phonics.


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Supporting Children Working at P-Level in English in the Mainstream ClassroomTimes: 9.30am - 4.00pmDate: 21st September 2016 7th March 2017Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £45 per delegate (out of borough £55 per delegate) Tutor: Members of the STEPS TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


Pupils:l Working at p-levels will gain access to the mainstream classroom Practitioners:l Will be more confident in providing effective learning for children working within the p-levelsSettings:l Will develop an effective provision map that addresses the needs of children working at p-levels

This course will: l Outline the pre-requisite literacy skillsl Provide explanations of P-level details – the English PIVATS & Equals Curriculuml Provide an outline of differentiating tasks in the classrooml Provide an understanding of the needs of the childl Explain how to use visual support systemsl Explain how to use ICT to support learningl Provide a range of suitable resources and planning documents on a CDl Outline how to use signing to support understanding

P-Levels and PIVATSTimes: 2.5 hoursDate: On requestVenue: At host school or Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £200 (out of borough schools £250) Tutor: Members of the STEPS TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


Pupils:l Will receive ability appropriate work and will have access to the mainstream classroom Practitioners:l Will have increased confidence and clear structures in place for planning and supporting children working within the p-levelsSettings:l This course supports an effective provision map

Understanding p-scales and the Lancashire PIVATS system and how to adapt the curriculum to include learners with complex needs.


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Down Syndrome Training DayTimes: 9.30am - 4.00pmDate: 5th October 2016Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £85 per delegate (out of borough £105) Tutor: Members of the STEPS TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

SENCOs, Teachers and Support Staff supporting children with Down Syndrome

Pupils:l Will have access to an increased visual curriculum and will be empowered to be independent Practitioners:l Will understand the needs and most effective strategies to employ when teaching and including children with Downs SyndromeSettings:l This course supports the personalisation agenda

l Explaination of what causes Down Syndromel Understanding the learning profile of a studentl Effective strategies for differentiationl Understanding how to support around literacy and numeracy and how to encourage positive behaviour

On line INSET : Motor-Coordination DifficultiesTimes: 1 hour introduction and 10 hours of study timeDate: On requestVenue: At host school or Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £25 per delegate Tutor: Members of the STEPS Team

SENCOs and Support Staff

Pupils:l Will receive appropriate support to develop their motor skills Practitioners:l Will give baseline understanding of motor coordination difficultiesl Will develop their expertise in supporting children with motor- coordination difficulties

This course aims to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills of all those working with children and young people with motor-coordination difficulties to support inclusive practice


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SEN - EHC Assessment, Planning and ReviewingTimes: 9.00am - 4.00pmDate: 22nd September 2016 30th January 2017 11th May 2017Venue: Professional Development Centre Cost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools Tutor: SEN Assessment and SEND Reform Team

Staff working with children with SEN - SENCOs, Inclusion Managers & Teaching Assistants

Pupils:l Will benefit from person-centered planning and a more holistic approach to achieving long term outcomes Practitioners:l Will understand the context of the recent changes to meeting the needs of children and young people with SENDl Will understand the key principles informing EHC assessment and planningl Will understand the concept of person- centered planning & reviewingl Will understand how to develop outcomes and how they can be met in different waysl Will understand their role in the process

Settings:l Will understand how to prepare for an EHC assessment and annual reviewl Will be able to identify needs early and ensure that interventions and resources are put into place as early as possible

The Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEN Code of Practice set out requirements for schools and Local Authorities in terms of early identification of needs, requests for EHC assessments, planning and reviewing. This course will ensure that you understand how Royal Greenwich has implemented the requirements, and will focus on new and current practice - with particular focus on person-centred planning, requesting an EHC assessment and preparation for reviews, giving participants the opportunity to discuss their own experiences.Whilst this is important for those new to Greenwich, it is also an opportunity for those who attended training some time ago to refresh their knowledge and understanding.


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Whole School or Cluster BriefingsTimes: 1 - 1.5 hoursDate: On requestVenue: At host schoolCost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools Tutor: SEN Assessment and SEND Reform Team

All staff Practitioners:l Will understand responsibilities of schools under the new Children and Families Act and COPSettings:l Will embed new legislation and ways of working

This session will provide an introduction to the new SEND Code of Practice.

SENCO Network MeetingsTimes: 2.00pm - 5.30pm Date: 20th September 2016 17th January 2017 9th May 2017Cost: £30Venue: Professional Development Centre Tutor: SEND Outreach Services Manager and other members of the SEND Team

Primary & Secondary SENCOs

SENCOs will have:l Access to up-to-date information on SEND developments that are taking place in Greenwichl Access to specialist advice and support that supports working as a SENCO in a mainstream school settingl Opportunities to network with other SENCOs in a similar role in schools in Greenwich

A networking session for SENCOs to share new developments in SEND. This session will provide support, information, advice and sign posting for SENCOs in mainstream schools in Royal Borough of Greenwich.


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Using Sensory Stories for Children with an ASD at an Early Stage of Literacy Development in Schools Times: 9.00am - 12.00pmDate: 23rd January 2017Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park Campus Cost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools (out of borough £110 when attending Kings Park session) Tutor: Members of ASD Outreach TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Staff supporting students at an early stage of communication development with an ASD in schools. SENCOs/teachers and teaching assistants

Pupils:l Will be provided with appropriate strategies and support to assist their inclusion, interaction and access to a literacy and early language/interaction- based intervention.Staff:l Will be supported by staff who have an in-depth knowledge of how sensory stories can support children with an ASD to develop their literacy, language and interaction skills. l Will be supported by staff who are confident about the rationale and theory behind sensory storiesSettings:l Will have staff who have a greater understanding of how to use sensory stories to support children with an ASD.

A course to support staff in schools in supporting students at an early stage of communication development to access story-based sessions to develop literacy, language and interaction skills.

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Securing the “Voice” of Children with Complex Communication Needs; Showcasing excellent practice in Greenwich

Times: 9.00am - 12.00pmDate: 28th February 2017Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park Campus Cost: £30 (out of borough £50)Tutor: SEND Outreach Services and Educational Psychology Service Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All staff involved with direct work with students with disabilities, particularly SENCOs, teachers, Social Workers

Pupils:l The views of pupils with significant communication needs will be a central part of interventions and planning for their futures.Staff:l Will have a range of tools they can use when securing the voice of this group of students in securing their voice. This includes, social care planning. EHC planning and other child and family- focussed interventions.

Settings:l Schools will have staff who can support others within their teams in this work.

Showcasing of different approaches and methods used in Greenwich, to secure the voice of children with disabilities, who cannot access verbal communication in a meaningful way, to share their views, thoughts and opinions for planning for their futures.

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Transition for Children with an ASD Transferring to Secondary School in September 2017Times: 9.00am - 1.00pmDate: 27th April 2017Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park Campus Cost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schoolsTutor: Members of ASD Outreach Team

Primary and Secondary SENCOs with students with an ASD transferring to/from their school

Pupils:l For students to have a smooth transfer to secondary school with information passed between primary and secondary school SENCOs.Staff:l For staff in secondary school to have accurate and detailed information about students prior to transfer to assist in planning for their needs. Settings:l For secondary schools to be able to allocate resources effectively to meet the needs of students transferring in advance of transfer.

Session to exchange information on student transferring to secondary schools

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Transition DAY for Vulnerable Students (including those with SEND but not ASD) Transferring to Secondary School in September 2017 Times: 9.00am - 4.30pmDate: 18th May 2017Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park Campus Cost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools Tutor: Members of the STEPS Team

Primary and Secondary SENCOs

Pupils:l For students to have a smooth transfer to secondary school with information passed between primary and secondary school SENCOs.Staff:l For staff in secondary school to have accurate and detailed information about students prior to transfer to assist in planning for their needs. Settings:l For secondary schools to be able to allocate resources effectively to meet the needs of students transferring, in advance of transfer.

Session to exchange information on students transferring to secondary schools


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SEN Workshops Times: 9.30am - 3.00pmDate: 2nd November 2016 3rd May 2017Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £30 per delegate (out of borough £35 per session) Tutor: Members of the STEPS TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


Pupils:l Will have increased access to the curriculum Staff:l Will have opportunities to address issues arising when supporting children with Downs Syndrome and complex needs. l Will build confidence in staff and give opportunities for sharing good practice Settings:l Will have access to a range of materials which support differentiation for children working below expected levels.

1. An explanation of the p-levels, PIVATS, planning and differentiation tools. 2. Managing some of the challenging behaviours our learners present as a result of: frustrations with daily life, peer relationships understanding and communicating with others. Discussing how to support Personal, Social and Health Education. 3. Supporting learners with physical barriers such as poor muscle tone. Supporting the development of coordination/support for independent skills Visual/Hearing impairment and the effects on our learners. Practical advice for support 4. Discussing the variety of Speech and Language difficulties our learners experience Practiced advice for support


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Wave 3 MathsTimes: 9.30am - 11.00amDate: 21st March 2017Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: Free to Greenwich Schools (out of borough £30 per session)Tutor: Members of the STEPS TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


Pupils:l Provides an assessment and units of work which close specific gaps in mathematical understanding Staff:l Will increase in knowledge and confidence in Wave 3 Maths Settings:l Will have effective provision-mapping

A structured and cumulative whole- word and phonics based literacy programme for children below catch-up level (ELS/QUEST/FLS)Training will include:l A 12-week programme to be delivered 3 x 30 minutes weekly for children at Key Stage 2 with gaps in their mathematical understanding who are working at 1B and above in mathematicsl It is not suitable for children with complex needs

Supporting Children Working at P-level in Maths Times: 9.30am - 3.30pmDate: 28th September 2016 14th March 2017 Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £85 per session includes Numicon At Home Kit (out of borough £105) Tutor: Members of the STEPS TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


Pupils:l Working at p-levels will gain accees to the mainstream classroom Practitioners:l Will feel confident in planning for effective learning for children working within the p-scales, including how to use numicon.Settings:l Will have effective provision-mapping

l Outlining the pre-requisite maths skillsl P-level details – the Maths PIVATS & Equals Curriculuml Differentiating tasks in the classrooml Understanding NIPl Presentation from Numicon and FREE Numicon Kitl Understanding and writing maths targetsl A range of suitable resources


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Pre-Teaching Introductory Course Times: 4.30pm - 6.00pmDate: 19th September 2016Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: Free to Greenwich Schools (out of borough £150) Tutor: Members of the STEPS TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

SENCOs, and class teachers

Pupils:l Will have access to a tailored approach to suit their needs Staff:l Will understand that there is a facility to support them in including pupils with learning barriers positivelyl Will be able to differentiate the curriculum for pupils who are working well below expected levelsl Will have staff with increased knowledge, skills and understanding Settings:l Increased knowledge and understanding of staff

An introduction to the principles of pre-teaching: how to include learners with learning barriers in class topics Training will: Explain the principles of pre-teaching, explore the successful implementation of pre-teaching principles.

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Analysing and Managing Behaviour for Children with an ASD in a School Setting Times: 9.00am - 4.00pmDate: 6th October 2016Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park Campus Cost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools (out of borough £110) Tutor: Members of ASD Outreach TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Staff supporting children with an ASD in school settings, to include LSA’s, SENCO’s and teachers

Pupils:l Will have effective behaviour plans in place to support their learning in schoolStaff:l Will be equipped to understand and manage behaviour for children with an ASD Settings:l Will have a consistent evidence-based approach to analysing and managing behaviour for children with an ASD in their school

This course will provide staff with ways to analyse behaviour in children with an ASD, taking into account their specific learning and processing styles. This will lead to discussing practical strategies to manage behaviour in school, including designing behaviour plans and links to school behaviour policies. It is recommended that LSAs attend together with the school SENCO, so that strategies can be integrated within school-based behaviour policies and plans. The course will NOT cover handling and restraint management techniques.

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Pre-Teaching WorkshopTimes: 9.00am - 12.30pmDate: 3rd October 2016Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools (out of borough £150) Tutor: Members of the STEPS TeamAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Individual support teachers of TAs and class teachers

Pupils:l With barriers to learing will receive a learning experience in class that is relevant and appropriate to their cognitive ability and age.

Staff:l Will build knowledge and skills and feel confident supporting their particular learnerSettings:l Will benefit from increased levels of expertise

A workshop for support staff on how to include learners with learning barriers in class topics. Training will include: pre-teaching activities, support in creating a ‘topic pack’, exploring the aspects of the topic that will be suitable for the learner, ideas and resources tailored to suit the learner in class. It will also provide practical ideas for support.

Numicon ‘Catch-up’ TrainingTimes: 1.00pm - 3.30pmDate: 22nd November 2016Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: £30 Tutor: Members of the STEPS Team

School staff who need to catch up on Numicon training, and Maths coordinators or Senior leaders who wish to find out more before committing to whole school training.

Pupils:l This course is for maths coordinators, teachers and teaching assistants who wish to find out more about the Numicon system or who have missed out on their school’s training. Practitioners:l Attendance on this course ensures staff who have missed initial training, receive it. Settings:l Will create a visual environment in school which ensures that maths is a relevant and meaningful subject in children’s lives

A mainstream maths resource. Highly effective in leading children into abstract elements of maths with confidence and certainty


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New SENCO Induction Programme Times: 2.00pm - 5.00pmDate: 9th November 2016 16th November 2016 23rd November 2016 30th November 2016 7th December 2016Venue: Newhaven School, Kings Park CampusCost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools (out of borough £110) Tutor: SEND Outreach Services Manager and other members of the SEND Team Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

SENCOs new to post in Greenwich, to include experienced SENCo’s new to working in Greenwich schools.

Pupils:l Will have knowledgeable SENCOs who are aware of systems and processes in place to support them Staff:l SENCOs will be aware of all RBG services and systems Settings:l Will have SENCOs who are able to make referrals and provide a choice about appropriate services

Course to orientate SENCOs to Greenwich systems and processes, to include: l The expectations of the graduated response and how to apply for an EHC assessment l Induction to RBG services linked to SEND, to include Health and RBG services as well as the voluntary sector l Assessing children at P levels to support planning

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Deaf Awareness Training for all School Staff Times: Session or a half day INSET session dependent on needDate: Available on request Venue: At host school Cost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools Tutor: Members of the Sensory Service

Whole school teams

Pupils:l Will benefit from strategies and support that assists their inclusion,interaction and access to all areas of the curriculum Staff:l Will have an understanding of deafness and how it affects pupils and their familiesl Will be equipped with a range of strategies to support pupils with deafness in mainstream primary schoolsSettings:l Will be able to set up deaf-friendly approaches across the whole school and establish consistent approaches to the management of pupils in their schools,as a consequence of a shared knowledge and understanding amongst all staffl Will have staff who have a greater understanding of best practice in relation to pupils with deafness and hearing impairment, as well as the communication difficulties they experience which can affect their ability to be included

An introduction to the needs and learning styles of pupils with a hearing impairment and an overview of practical strategies to support them for all staff in school.

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Visual Impairment Awareness Training for all School Staff Times: Session or a half day INSET session dependent on needDate: Available on request Venue: At host school Cost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools Tutor: Members of the Sensory Service

Whole school teams

Pupils:l Will be able to access the curriculum effectively Staff:l Will have an understanding of visual impairment and how it affects pupils and their familiesl Will be equipped with a range of strategies to support pupils with VI in mainstream primary schools Settings:l Will be able to set up VI friendly approaches across the whole school and establish consistent approaches to the management of pupils in their schools, as a consequence of a shared knowledge and understanding amongst all staffl Will have staff who have a greater understanding of best practice in relation to pupils with visual impairment

An introduction to the needs and learning styles of pupils with a visual impairment and an overview of practical strategies to support them for all staff in school.

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Visual Impairment Training for Teaching Assistants Times: Available on requestDate: Available on request Venue: School or centre within Greenwich or BexleyCost: Free to Royal Borough of Greenwich schools Tutor: Members of the Royal Greenwich and Bexley Sensory Teams Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Teaching assistants, SENCOs and parents

Pupils:l Will be able to access the curriculum effectively Staff:l Will have an in depth understanding of visual impairment and how it affects pupils and their familiesl Will be equipped with a range of strategies to support pupils with VI in mainstream primary schools Settings:l Will be able to set up VI friendly approaches across the whole school and establish consistent approaches to the management of pupils in their schools, as a consequence of a shared knowledge and understanding amongst all staffl Will have staff who have a greater understanding of best practice in relation to pupils with visual impairment

This course has been run jointly by Bexley and Greenwich for many years. It is a three day intensive course for teaching assistants who provide direct support for visually impaired and blind children. The course runs every autumn in October and November. The course provides in-depth coverage of the learning needs of VI students, including how to prepare materials, how to safely include VI children in school activities and how to use specialist technologies such as low vision aids, braille, and information about mobility and the use of sighted guides. The course is normally followed by specific training in schools about the needs of individual children.

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Designated Person Initial Training Times: 9.30am - 4.00pmDate: 13th October 2016 26th January 2017 18th May 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £125 per session (out of borough £155) Lunch providedTutor: Child Protection Co-ordinatorAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Designed for those acting as designated person for child protection.

Pupils:l Will be safer and have safeguarding needs met in a more appropriate and timely manner Practitioners:l Will understand the child protection responsibilities of the designated personl Will know how to deal with difficult conversations and responsibilitiesl Will be able to respond to concerns (initial responses to children and families, making a referral, contributing to Child Protection Conferences and the Child Protection Plan)Settings:l Will be safer organisations and comply with government guidance

This one day course will cover responsibilities of the designated person, context, process and procedures, thresholds for intervention, how to respond to concerns and how to make schools safer. It provides an update on the most recent legislation changes (i.e. Keeping Children Safe in Education - July 2015, DBS etc) that affect Safeguarding and Child Protection.


Designated Person Refresher Times: 9.30am - 12.30pmDate: 12th October 2016 25th January 2017 17th May 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 per session (out of borough £80Tutor: Child Protection CoordinatorAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Designed for those acting as designated person for child protection, or their deputies, or those who have previously attended the initial training.

Pupils:l Will be safer and have safeguarding needs met in a more appropriate and timely manner Practitioners:l Will understand the child protection responsibilities of the designated personSettings:l Will be safer organisations and comply with government guidance

Government guidance requires refresher training every two years. The course will cover responsibilities of the designated person, new initiatives, issues and challenges of the role. It will provide staff with the opportunity to discuss difficulties/problems associated with their role and to explore possible solutions. It also provides an update on the most recent legislation changes (i.e. Keeping Children Safe in Education – July 2015, DBS, etc) that affect Safeguarding and Child Protection.


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Safer Recruitment Times: 9.00am - 5.00pmDate: 20th October 2016 2nd February 2017 8th June 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £125 per session (out of borough £155) Lunch providedTutor: Child Protection Co-ordinator & HR element, Positive Learning Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All Headteachers, school Governors and other staff likely to sit on or administer staff appointment

Pupils:l Will be safer and have safeguarding needs met in a more appropriate and timely manner Practitioners:l Will have an awareness and understanding of offender behaviour l Will be able to identify the key features of staff recruitment that help deter or prevent the appointment of unsuitable peoplel Will be able to consider policies and practice that minimise opportunities for abuse l Will be equipped to review their own and their establishment policies and practice, with a view to making them saferSettings:l Will be safer organisations l Will comply with government guidance and legislation

This workshop is the accredited, updated version of the Safer Recruitment training for Headteacher, school Governors and other staff who are likely to sit on staff appointment panels. It is still a requirement for every school appointments panel to include at least one member who has completed the Safer Recruitment training. Course content provides clear explanations of government guidance regarding the safer recruitment process. It also includes an update of the most recent legislation changes (i.e. the Keeping Children Safe in Education – July 2015, DBS, Disqualification by Association and other pre-employment checks) that affect Safeguarding and Child Protection. It is recommended that you refresh your training every 5 years.


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A Practical Guide to the Schools’ Single Central Record Times: 9.00am - 12.30pmDate: 10th October 2016Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 (out of borough £70)Tutor: Tony LampertAlso available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Staff responsible for setting up and/or maintaining the Single Central Record (SCR)

Pupils:l Will be taught by appropriately recruited staff Practitioners:l Will benefit from a greater knowledge and confidence in maintaining the SCRSettings:l Will benefit from a greater knowledge and confidence in maintaining the SCR

This unique, innovative and practical workshop considers issues around setting up and maintaining the data on the Schools’ SCR in the context of the regulations, guidance and best practice.Course objectives include:l To understanding both the regulatory framework and best practice underpinning the format and content of the SCRl To consider the categories of staff/ workers that should be recorded on the SCRl To explore options around format and content of the SCRl To equip participants with a practical understanding of all pre-employment checks for school based staff, volunteers, contractors and Agency workersl To help participants review their own school SCR and the related pre- employment checking processesThe SCR forms part of the regular Ofsted inspection

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First Aid at Work Times: 9.00am - 4.00pm Date: 17th, 18th, & 19th October 2016 or 23rd, 24th & 25th January 2017 or 24th, 25th & 26th April 2017 or 12th, 13th & 14th June 2017 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £355 (out of borough £365) Lunch providedTutor: High Q Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All interested staff from all schools. This course is open to anyone wishing to train as a First Aider. Candidates must be physically fit with the ability and temperament to undertake First Aid training.

Practitioners:l Will be confident and prepared to deal with First Aid situations as and when they arise at work

This course provides participants with all the knowledge, skills and objectives necessary to act as First Aiders within the workplace. The First Aid at Work certificate is awarded by the First Aid Industry Body in accordance with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulations and is valid for three years. A copy of the latest edition of a First Aid manual and delegate pack will be provided for each participant. Attendance is required on all 3 dates. Successful candidates will be awarded the HSE First Aid at Work certificate.

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First Aid at Work - Requalification Times: 9.00am - 4.00pm Date: 3rd & 4th October 2016 or 17th & 18th January 2017 or 19th & 20th January 2017 or 6th & 7th March 2017 or 27th & 28th April 2017 or 8th & 9th June 2017 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £240 (out of borough £265) Lunch providedTutor: High Q Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Those renewing their Health and Safety Regulations, First Aid at Work certificate.

Practitioners:l Will be up to date and confident in their ability to deal with First Aid situations as and when they arise at work

This 2 day course will review the knowledge, skills and objectives necessary for First Aid. This will include CPR, resuscitation, bandaging, burns and other First Aid issues. A copy of the latest edition of the First Aid at work manual will be provided and the new certificate will be valid for three years. Attendance is required on both dates. Candidates can now requalify up to 28 days after the expiry but must produce their certificate on the first day of the course as proof of eligibility.


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First Aid Paediatric CourseTimes: 9.00am - 4.00pm Date: 13th & 14th October 2016 or 26th & 27th January 2017 or 23rd & 24th March 2017 or 15th & 16th June 2017Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £210 (out of borough £235) Lunch providedTutor: High Q Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All interested staff from all schools. This course is open to anyone wishing to train as a First Aider – especially those workingwith children and babies. Candidates must be physically fit with the ability and temperament to undertake First Aid training.

Pupils:l Will be safer and have safeguarding needs met in a more appropriate and timely mannerPractitioners:l Will feel confident and prepared to deal with First Aid situations as and when they arise

This course will provide participants with training as First Aiders within the workplace, incorporating particular skills for the treatment of injured and ill children and babies. Day 1 will cover working with children aged 8 and aboveDay 2 will cover working with babies from birth to 1 and children 1-7 years.All participants will receive a delegate pack. It should be noted that there is no examination on the second day.Participants will be continually assessed during the course. Attendance is required on both dates. Successful candidates will be awarded an Emergency First Aid (Children and Babies) certificate, valid for three years.

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One Day Emergency First Aid/Appointed PersonTimes: 9.00am - 4.00pm Date: 16th January 2017 Venue: Professional Development Centre Cost: £125.00 (out of borough £155.00) Lunch providedTutor: High Q Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

All interested staff from all schools. Candidates must be physically fit with the ability and temperament to undertake First Aid training. This course is not suitable for people who are in early stages of pregnancy.

Practitioners:l Understand the nature and extent of Emergency First Aidl Summon help and assistance where necessaryl Carry out CPR (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation)l Manage shock and fracturesl Apply basic principles to control major blood lossl Apply Emergency First Aid procedures in relation to heart attacks and to burns and scalds.

Course members will acquire the knowledge and skills relating to Emergency First Aid procedures and will gain the confidence to apply these skills in the work situation. This qualification is valid for three years. Other common workplace conditions will also be addressed, including Epilepsy, Diabetes and Asthma.

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Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA)Times: 9.30am - 4.30pmDate: 27th & 28th February 2017 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £210 Lunch providedTutor: Lead Professionals authorised to deliver MHFA Youth Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Teachers and support staff working with primary and secondary school age children

Attendance on this 2 day course leads to certification as a Youth Mental Health First Aider.Participants will learn how to:l Spot the early signs of a mental health problem in young peoplel Feel confident helping a young person experiencing a probleml Provide help on a First Aid basisl Help protect a young person who might be at risk of harml Help prevent a mental health illness from getting worsel Help a young person recover fasterl Guide a young person towards the right supportl Reduce the stigma of mental health problem

MHFA (Youth) course is an internationally recognised course designed specifically for people who teach, work, live with or care for young people aged 8 -18.The comprehensive 2 day programme covers topics specific to young people and mental health including:l What is mental health?l Anxiety and depressionl Suicide and psychosisl Self harm, substance misuse and eating disordersl Promoting protective factorsl Action planning using MHFA

MHFA is a certificated by MHFA England. All participants will receive a standard MHFA manual andattendance certificate from MHFA Englandwww.mhfaengland.org

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An Introduction to Mindfulness Times: 9.30am - 1.00pmDate: 6th October 2016 30th March 2017 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60 per sessionTutor: Nikkola Daniel Associates Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Teachers, SENCOs & Support Staff working with primary and/or secondary school age children

An introduction to Mindfulness will unpick this very popular subject and give an insight into the underpinning themes of what mindfulness is, how it can support us within schools as educators/learners, and how we can get started in incorporating mindfulness into our day-to-day lives to benefit us all, in the areas of teaching, learning, behaviour and well-being.

Pupils:l Will experience modelling of mindfulness from staffl Will learn various techniques on how to enhance awareness and focus to support learning and behaviour l Will learn how to work positively with destructive thoughts and emotions to support wellbeing Practitioners:l Will learn what it is and how to incorporate mindfulness into day to life, at work, at play and at rest l Will learn how to introduce the basics of mindfulness to their pupilsl Will learn a range of mindfulness techniques to encourage awareness, enhance focus and support well-being in themselves and their pupilsSettings:l Will benefit from educators and learners who are better equipped to support well-being in themselves and others in and around the school community l Pupils who are better able to manage their behaviour, with an enhanced level of awareness to make better decisions and break the cycle of destructive habits

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Helping Children Who Bottle Up Their Feelings Times: 9.30am - 1.00pmDate: 19th January 2017 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60Tutor: Nikkola Daniel Associates Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


This session will use social and emotional learning to provide a platform from which educators can confidently support children and young people who bottle up their feelings. We will learn how to engage with children and young people who have effectively shut down, how to find a way in and break down barriers to social and emotional growth and how to support children and young people in opening up to enable them to access the support that they need to move forward.

Pupils:l Will develop skills to support positive social and emotional growthl Will benefit from being able to move forward and forge positive relationships with other pupils and adults around them Practitioners:l Will learn how to nurture positive, social and emotional growth in children and young people l Will learn how to use emotional literacy and social and emotional learning to enhance relationships and engage more effectively with children and young peopleSettings:l Will benefit from staff who have a range of strategies to work with pupils who bottle up their feelings, reducing the likelihood of things escalating into additional destructive patterns of behaviour which left unsupported, could impact even more negatively, on the pupil, the class and the school

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Mental Health Awareness Times: 9.30am - 12.30pmDate: 14th October 2016 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60Tutor: Young Minds Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Teachers, SENCOs & Support Staff

This half day course aims to equip teaching and support staff with the key knowledge needed to promote a whole school approach to mental health and emotional wellbeing and to develop and validate their skills in supporting children experiencing, or at risk of, mental health problems.

Practitioners:At the end of this course participants will be able to:l Understand key concepts in the development of psychological wellbeing l Recognise risk factorsl Apply a resilience-based approach and learn practical tools to support pupils’ needsl Promote a pupil engagement model

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Bereavement Times: 9.30am - 12.30pmDate: 17th January 2017 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60Tutor: Young Minds Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich

Teachers, SENCOs & Support Staff

One in 29 children aged 5 to16 has experienced the death of a parent or sibling, and as many as 92% of young people in the UK, will experience a ‘significant’ bereavement before the age of 16. It is thought that up to 70% of schools have a bereaved pupil on the school roll at any one time. The purpose of this half day workshop is to explore bereavement through a child’s eyes and to consider the important role staff can play in helping a child to express their grief. The workshop is participatory in design and includes group discussion & exercises around the following core themes:l Grief and the spectrum of mental health l The impact of loss/death on an individual childl Breaking sad news to a child and sharing sad news with classmates/school communityl Listening to grief & eliciting feelings l Common questions- knowing what to say, and how to avoid unhelpful, habitual responsesl Managing own emotions in relation to bereavement and childrenl Addressing the impact of bereavement on the wider school population

Practitioners:l Will have a renewed understanding of bereavement and the process of grief, through a child’s eyes l Know how to deal sensitively with bereaved childrenl Feel confident in their ability to support children throughout the school express and manage their griefl Be equipped with skills to support conversations about death, loss and bereavement within the school community

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Self Harm Times: 9.30am - 12.30pmDate: 28th November 2016 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60Tutor: Young Minds Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


This half-day workshop focuses on self-harm amongst school age children. Through presentation and group discussion, participants will consider how self-harm relates to the spectrum of mental health and illness. The workshop will equip participants with an overview of current theories, challenge misunderstandings, improve knowledge and raise awareness of common self-harming behaviours in young people.

Practitioners:Will be more confident in:l Understanding reasons why young people may self-harm l Recognising self-harm in young peoplel Challenging misunderstandings around self-harming behaviour and promoting helpful ways of discussing this issue in the school environment

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Eating Disorders Times: 9.30am - 12.30pmDate: 20th April 2017 Venue: Professional Development CentreCost: £60Tutor: Young Minds Also available to educational establishments outside Royal Borough of Greenwich


This half day workshop focuses specifically on eating disorders. Through presentation and group discussion, participants will consider how eating disorders relate to the spectrum of mental health and illness. The session will equip participants with an overview of current theories, challenge misunderstandings, improve knowledge and raise awareness of common signs that a young person may be living with an eating disorder.It will also explore the role and responsibility of the teacher/support staff in relation to pupils with eating disorders and focus on skill acquisition and best practice to enable participants to:l Manage related emotions and behaviours in the classroom l Support themselves and manage their own feelings in relation to pupils with eating disordersl Share information and health promotion with pupilsl Signpost and refer on The session is specifically designed to enable participants to draw on and learn from their own classroom experiences.

Practitioners:Will be more confident in:l Recognising when a young person may have an eating disorder l Understanding eating disorders in young people and associated feelings and behaviourl Challenging misunderstandings and promoting helpful ways of discussing the issue of eating disorders, in the school environmentl Using specific skills to listen, question, support and challengel Their own ability to discuss the issue of eating disorders with a young personl Talking to a young person about a personal commitment to change or seek specialist helpl Signposting and referring on to known specialist support services

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APPLYING FOR COURSES

To apply for any of the courses, sessions or workshops advertised in this brochure please visit http://servicestoschools.royalgreenwich.gov.uk

It is essential that individuals book prior to attending any of the courses or workshops advertised within this brochure.


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Direct Services to Schools works in partnership withThe Royal Greenwich Teaching School Alliance.

The Royal Greenwich Teaching School Alliance is committed to every child’s entitlement to good and outstanding learning and teaching in every lesson, every day. Our ambition is that all the children and young people in Royal Greenwich schools will be adventurous, resilient and motivated learners; who take their place in the world as confident citizens of the future.

To achieve this ambition schools need an unrelenting focus on teaching and learning and a skilled and well trained workforce with excellent leaders. During 2016/17 the RGTSA offers a wide range of high quality CPD to support this endeavour. Our programme is aimed at nurturing reflective and aspirational staff, developing talent, supporting innovation and disseminating best practice. This year it includes: l A range of courses aimed at developing teaching and learning in the early years and primary phases l Specialist SEN coursesl Nationally validated leadership courses e.g. NPQSL and NPQML for staff in all phasesl A package of support for primary NQTs l Additional leadership and management opportunities, including courses on middle and subject leadershipl Learning opportunities through extended partnerships with Higher Education Institutions and nationally recognised organisations

All our courses are quality assured and adhere to the highest standards. Impact evaluation is integral and we consider courses and CPD opportunities to be successful if there is subsequent significant and lasting impact in the classroom.

For more information visit: www.rgtsa.co.uk


ROYAL GREENWICH TEACHING SCHOOL ALLIANCE

Children’s ServicesInclusion, Learning & AchievementProfessional Development CentreWaterdale RoadLondon SE2 0XTTelephone: 020 8921 5560

Email: [email protected]: http://servicestoschools.royalgreenwich.gov.uk

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