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SUMMARY:Getting started as a TA - Day 2
DESCRIPTION:This popular\, practical 2 day course for those brand new to the role of TA is offered again in autumn 2020.\nThe course aims to develop a new TA’s confidence and understanding of their: \n\nroles and responsibilities\neffective practice\nessential toolkit and approaches\n\nTAs will have opportunities to be part of a group and to share ideas through a workshop approach to: \n\nlearn and develop skills to help pupils\ndiscover what the latest research says about TAs in school\nfind where to go for ideas and support\nmake links with other TAs and schools\n\nDelegates will be asked to complete a work-based task between sessions. \nDay 1 – 4th November 2020 \nDay 2 – 4th December 2020 \nGetting started as a TA flyer 2020 \nBook online \n 
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/getting-started-as-a-ta-day-2/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201202T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201202T162000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20200930T140908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T093033Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching Lower KS2 Science (Virtual Session)
DESCRIPTION:Summary\n\n\n\nGet ready to return to your classroom with the tools and confidence to plan and enable effective learning for children in your class. You will develop your approaches to planning and teaching primary science in lower KS2 and explore ways to bring the curriculum to life through practical ideas and discussion tasks. \n\n\n\nOutcomes\n\n\n\nYou will be able to: \n\ncreate a manageable approach to teaching science in lower KS2\nidentify and address gaps in children’s science knowledge\, skills & understanding\nplan practical approaches to teaching lower KS2 science\nbe aware of some common misconceptions and consider strategies for dealing with them\n\nBook now and you will be automatically registered for the scheduled sessions for the course. Remote CPD courses have live\, facilitator-led sessions and are not available for instant access. Please refer to the schedule of dates published for each course instance. \n\n\n\nSessions\n\nIntroduction to Science in Lower KS2 – 2 December 2020 – 14.00-15.00\nLower KS2 Biology – 2 December 2020 – 15.20-16.20\nLower KS2 Chemistry – 8 December 2020 – 14.00-15.00\nLower KS2 Physics – 15 December 2020 – 14.00-15.00\nWrap Up – Tips to Hit Science when back in the Classroom – 15 December – 14.00-15.00\n\nCost\nState Funded School or College – £60 \nFee Paying School or College – £120 \nBook Online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/teaching-lower-ks2-science/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Primary Science,Professional and Curriculum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201201T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201201T163000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20200930T143923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T131643Z
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SUMMARY:Getting started - STEM club workshop (Virtual Session)
DESCRIPTION:Summary\n\n\n\nThe workshops aim is to assist schools to start and sustain STEM subject clubs through their first 18 months. Providing valuable information that will support and guide club leaders. The workshop is open to secondary schools\, Sixth Form and FE colleges across England with KS3\, KS4 and KS5 provision. Designed as an online course it will take place as three sessions across 3-4 days: Session 1: 1 hour interactive session\, Session 2: Self-learning tasks and Session 3: 1 hour interactive session.  The workshop includes practical activities\, opportunities to network and the sharing of best practice. The workshop explores the following topics: \n\ndefining what a STEM Club is and what makes it successful and thriving\nhow to gain support from senior leadership\, colleagues and other departments\nscrutinising the benefits and impact of clubs\, how they enrich the curriculum and enhance student learning\nhow to maximise club leaders skill sets and support best practice in the classroom\nwhere to find support: STEM Ambassadors\, parents\, colleagues\, older students\, local industry etc\nwhere to look for funding and resources and how to ask\nplanning your club\, needs analysis and methodology; how long\, how often\, when and where\, which age group\, how many students etc\nhow to advertise and market the club to students and colleagues\nexploring ideas for first activities and longer term projects\ntop tips on how to reward students and maintain attendance\nstretching student capabilities\, promoting essential skills and knowledge of potential careers\nmonitoring success and gathering evidence\n\n\n\n\nOutcomes\n\n\n\nBy the end of this workshop\, you will be able to: \n\nidentify the benefits of your school running a STEM Club for school and the benefits for attendees\nutilise best practice techniques from experienced club leaders to ensure a successful first 18 months\, including how to recruit students and gain support from colleagues\ndiscover potential sources of funding and resources\nexplore avenues of support including working with STEM Ambassadors\, parents and local industry\n\n\n\n\nSessions\n\n\n\n\nDate\nTime\n\n\n\n\nGETTING STARTED – STEM CLUB WORKSHOP\n01 DECEMBER 2020\n15:30-16:30\n\n\nGAP TASK\n02 DECEMBER 2020\n00:00-00:00\n\n\nGETTING STARTED – STEM CLUB WORKSHOP\n03 DECEMBER 2020\n15:30-17:00\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nFEE-PAYING SCHOOL OR COLLEGE (INDEPENDENT)\n£80.00\n\n\nSTATE-FUNDED SCHOOL OR COLLEGE\nFree\n\n\n\nBook Online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/getting-started-stem-club-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,Secondary Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201118T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201118T163000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20200930T143235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T095636Z
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SUMMARY:Subject knowledge enhancement: Physics KS4 (Virtual Session)
DESCRIPTION:Summary\n\n\n\nDevelop the background subject knowledge required to help planning and teaching physics for key stage 4. It will build on your knowledge from undertaking the key stage 3 physics course.  Start your key stage 4 teaching with the tools and confidence to plan and teach effective learning for your physics classes. You will explore ways of building student understanding\, taking into account misconceptions and common issues in teaching these concepts. \n\n\n\nOutcomes\n\n\n\nYou will be able to: \n\nmake links between forces and motion using Newton’s Laws.\ndevelop an understanding for electricity and magnetism using a stepped series of student-led activities.\ncultivate a secure understanding of atomic structure to help teach radioactive decay.\nevaluate a range of Key Stage 4 practicals including the resistance of wire\, Ohm’s Law\, Hooke’s Law and density.\n\nBook now and you will be automatically registered for the scheduled sessions for the course. Remote CPD courses have live\, facilitator-led sessions and are not available for instant access. Please refer to the schedule of dates published for each course instance. \n\n\n\nSessions\n\n\n\n\nDate\nTime\n\n\n\n\n1. FORCES AND MOTION\n18 NOVEMBER 2020\n15:30-16:30\n\n\n2. ELECTRICITY – OHM’S LAW\n01 DECEMBER 2020\n15:30-16:30\n\n\n3. NUCLEAR RADIATION\n08 DECEMBER 2020\n15:30-15:30\n\n\n4. HOOKE’S LAW AND PARTICIPANT-LED TASK RECAP\n15 DECEMBER 2020\n15:30-16:30\n\n\n\nBook Online 
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/subject-knowledge-enhancement-physics-ks4/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,Secondary Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201111T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20200512T125221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201104T123126Z
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SUMMARY:Primary NQT Induction Training and Development Programme 2020-21 - Day 2 - Virtual Training
DESCRIPTION:Day 2:\nBehaviour is a communication (SEMH and Attachment)\n\n\nPrimary NQT Induction Flyer\n\nBook online here
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/primary-nqt-induction-training-and-development-programme-2020-21-day-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201104T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20200930T103811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T103824Z
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SUMMARY:Getting started as a TA - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:This popular\, practical 2 day course for those brand new to the role of TA is offered again in autumn 2020.\nThe course aims to develop a new TA’s confidence and understanding of their: \n\nroles and responsibilities\neffective practice\nessential toolkit and approaches\n\nTAs will have opportunities to be part of a group and to share ideas through a workshop approach to: \n\nlearn and develop skills to help pupils\ndiscover what the latest research says about TAs in school\nfind where to go for ideas and support\nmake links with other TAs and schools\n\nDelegates will be asked to complete a work-based task between sessions. \nDay 1 – 4th November 2020 \nDay 2 – 4th December 2020 \nGetting started as a TA flyer 2020  \nBook online \n 
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/getting-started-as-a-ta-day-1/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,SEMH,SEND
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201020T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20200930T142819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T095743Z
UID:10000119-1603209600-1603213200@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Subject knowledge enhancement: KS4 Chemistry (Virtual Session)
DESCRIPTION:Summary\n\n\n\nDevelop the background subject knowledge required to help planning and teaching chemistry for key stage 4 . Gain the tools and confidence to plan and teach effective learning for your GCSE chemistry classes. You will explore ways of building student understanding\, taking into account misconceptions and common issues in teaching these concepts. \n\n\n\nOutcomes\n\n\n\nYou will be able to: \n\ndevelop an understanding of key concepts in KS4 Chemistry\nidentify common misconceptions students may have\ninvestigate teaching approaches to develop student knowledge and understanding\n\nBook now and you will be automatically registered for the scheduled sessions for the course. Remote CPD courses have live\, facilitator-led sessions and are not available for instant access. Please refer to the schedule of dates published for each course instance. \n\n\n\nSessions\n\n\n\n\nDate\nTime\n\n\n\n\n1. ATOMIC STRUCTURE AND THE PERIODIC TABLE\n20 OCTOBER 2020\n16:00-17:00\n\n\n2. STRUCTURE AND BONDING\n22 OCTOBER 2020\n16:00-17:00\n\n\nPARTICIPANT LED TASK: ENERGY CHANGES\n27 OCTOBER 2020\n00:00-00:00\n\n\nPARTICIPANT LED TASK: CHEMICAL CHANGES\n03 NOVEMBER 2020\n00:00-00:00\n\n\nPARTICIPANT LED TASK: REACTING QUANTITIES\n05 NOVEMBER 2020\n00:00-00:00\n\n\n3. RATES OF REACTION AND Q AND A\n12 NOVEMBER 2020\n16:00-17:00\n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nFEE-PAYING SCHOOL OR COLLEGE (INDEPENDENT)\n£100.00\n\n\nSTATE-FUNDED SCHOOL OR COLLEGE\n£50.00\n\n\n\nBook Online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/subject-knowledge-enhancement-ks4-chemistry/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,Secondary Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201015T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201015T123000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20200713T100906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200924T115242Z
UID:10000109-1602754200-1602765000@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Who's Challenging Who?
DESCRIPTION:“Who’s Challenging Who?” is a 3 hour course which will explore the importance & role of relationships in supporting children and young people whose behaviour we often describe in schools as\nchallenging….\nDelegates attending will leave with: \n• A range of proven practical strategies & techniques to support positive outcomes\n• An awareness of the role we play as key adults in school within a developing crisis and how our responses can influence a child or young person’s behaviour\n• An understanding of basic neuroscience & how patterned ways of being in relationships can develop. \nWith societal changes and pressure on education the challenges are great and our capacity to adapt the way we work to support all our children\, young people\, staff and parents is key. This course looks to establish an understanding that different solutions are required for different individuals and it is helpful when policies and procedures are personalised in order to effectively support inclusion and achievement for all. \nWithin this course we will: \n• Explore how we support children and young people and de-escalate effectively using proven strategies\n• Examine how adults can transform the behaviour of the young people they work with\, through the relationships they build and the culture they promote\n• Consider how trauma can impact on a developing brain. \nDelivery \nThis course can be delivered at your setting as a morning or afternoon inset\, for a group of staff or whole school. There will be open sessions for a minimum of 3 members of staff\, including at least 1 member of senior leadership\, held across the county. \nCost\nThe cost for a school based 3 hours session will be £500. The cost for individual attendance at one of the open sessions will be £50. \nTrainers \nNina Britneff – Company Director and SEMH Consultant with Time and Kindness Ltd\, Nina is an experienced practitioner with over 20 years experience in training\, supervision and consultancy to support social\, emotional and mental health provision. She is a Team Teach trainer\, consultant for Barnardo’s\, SEMH tutor and works with a range of settings (including specialist\, mainstream schools and multi-academy trusts).\nRich Berry – Education Consultant and former Head Teacher with 32 years experience in schools. He specialises in SEMH\, school leadership & developing teams. He is a Mental Health First\nAid Trainer; Team Teach Trainer\, Trauma Informed Practitioner\, SIP & Coach & Education Lead for the Bristol Bears. \nDownload Flyer\nBook online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/whos-challenging-who/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,SEMH,SEND,Team Teach
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201014T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20200930T145044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T115539Z
UID:10000125-1602684000-1602691200@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Enhancing employability skills and careers knowledge - STEM Club Workshop (Virtual Session)
DESCRIPTION:STEM Clubs have incredible potential to combine a number of subjects within a single theme offering opportunities to conduct scientific investigations\, experiments and engage in practical hands on activities. This workshop explores how club leaders can bring added benefit to club sessions by enhancing essential employability skills\, raising awareness of careers and helping to support the school’s careers agenda. Helping to increase club leaders’ knowledge and equip them with valuable skills that can translate into the classroom. \n\nSummary\nThe workshop will promote opportunities for club leaders to learn how to incorporate and enhance careers knowledge and build skills for students within club sessions. Club leaders will become confident in their understanding and use of STEM Ambassadors\, Science Capital\, Gatsby Careers Benchmarks\, Essential Skills and the Skills Builder Framework. The workshop is open to secondary schools\, Sixth Form and FE colleges across England with KS3\, KS4 and KS5 provision. Designed as a 2.5 hour session\, the workshop includes hands on practical activities\, opportunities to network and explores the following topics: \n  \n\nunderstanding the value that thriving and successful clubs bring to a school\ncurrent club practice to promote careers\, employability and essential skills\nwhy essential employability skills are important and the role clubs can play\nreviewing the Science Capital approach and how it can be used to raise student awareness of skills and careers knowledge\nidentifying essential skills and the methodology of the Skills Builder Framework\nunderstanding the role and value of STEM Ambassadors and STEM Ambassador Hubs and how to engage with STEM Ambassadors\nreviewing the Gatsby Career Benchmarks and how STEM Clubs can assist in addressing the skills shortage\nembedding Careers and Essential Skills in club activities and projects to maximise value with short\, medium and long term goals\nhow clubs can reward and add value to students demonstrating excellence in skill sets\nwhat additional support is available\, websites\, organisations\, STEM Clubs resources\n\nOutcomes\nBy the end of this workshop\, you will be able to: \n\nimprove understanding of the STEM Ambassador programme and how it can support a STEM Club to increase student understanding of potential careers and the place STEM plays in the wider world\nincrease understanding of employability skills and how a STEM Club can enhance key skills utilising the Skills Builder Framework\, helping to support the schools careers agenda and adherence to the Gatsby Careers Benchmark\ndevelop skill sets of students by identifying career led roles within projects and identifying opportunities to expand student experiences of potential careers and STEM influences such as STEM fairs\, guest speakers\, liaising with local companies etc\nincrease opportunities to engage parents in STEM Clubs\, boost their knowledge of the importance of STEM subjects\, their role in the workplace and the wider world\n\nScheduled dates\n\n14 OCT2020\n\n\n\n04 NOV2020\n\n\n\n09 NOV2020\n\n\nCost – Free of Charge\nBook Online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/enhancing-employability-skills-and-careers-knowledge-stem-club-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,Secondary Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201007T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20200512T124718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T124718Z
UID:10000015-1602061200-1602072000@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Primary NQT Induction Training and Development Programme 2020-21 - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Outline\n\nAims \nBuild on your ITT year and consolidate high quality Teaching & Learning\nPromote confidence & resilience in the classroom & wider school community\nShare knowledge\, learning experiences & encourage reflective practice\nEngage in professional dialogue with other NQTs\n\nDescription\n\nDelivery\n7 face to face sessions:\nProfessional development\, networking\, action planning\n2 peer school visits\, action & reflection based on personal development needs\n\nDay 1: Survive and Thrive: Making the most of your NQT year.\n\nPrimary NQT Induction Programme Flyer\n\nBook online here
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/primary-nqt-induction-training-and-development-programme-2020-21-day-1/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200921T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200921T123000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20200715T142505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200715T142505Z
UID:10000110-1600680600-1600691400@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Who's Challenging Who? - Free Session for Head Teachers
DESCRIPTION:“Who’s Challenging Who?” is a 3 hour course which will explore the importance & role of relationships in supporting children and young people whose behaviour we often describe in schools as\nchallenging….\nDelegates attending will leave with: \n• A range of proven practical strategies & techniques to support positive outcomes\n• An awareness of the role we play as key adults in school within a developing crisis and how our responses can influence a child or young person’s behaviour\n• An understanding of basic neuroscience & how patterned ways of being in relationships can develop. \nWith societal changes and pressure on education the challenges are great and our capacity to adapt the way we work to support all our children\, young people\, staff and parents is key. This course looks to establish an understanding that different solutions are required for different individuals and it is helpful when policies and procedures are personalised in order to effectively support inclusion and achievement for all. \nWithin this course we will: \n• Explore how we support children and young people and de-escalate effectively using proven strategies\n• Examine how adults can transform the behaviour of the young people they work with\, through the relationships they build and the culture they promote\n• Consider how trauma can impact on a developing brain. \nDelivery \nThis course can be delivered at your setting as a morning or afternoon inset\, for a group of staff or whole school. There will be open sessions for a minimum of 3 members of staff\, including at least 1 member of senior leadership\, held across the county. \nCost\nThis session is free of charge for head teachers only.  The normal cost for a school based 3 hours session will be £500. The cost for individual attendance at one of the open sessions will be £50. \nTrainers \nNina Britneff – Company Director and SEMH Consultant with Time and Kindness Ltd\, Nina is an experienced practitioner with over 20 years experience in training\, supervision and consultancy to support social\, emotional and mental health provision. She is a Team Teach trainer\, consultant for Barnardo’s\, SEMH tutor and works with a range of settings (including specialist\, mainstream schools and multi-academy trusts).\nRich Berry – Education Consultant and former Head Teacher with 32 years experience in schools. He specialises in SEMH\, school leadership & developing teams. He is a Mental Health First\nAid Trainer; Team Teach Trainer\, Trauma Informed Practitioner\, SIP & Coach & Education Lead for the Bristol Bears. \nDownload Flyer\nBook online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/whos-challenging-who-free-session-for-head-teachers/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,SEMH,SEND,Team Teach
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200703T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200703T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20190722T101751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190722T101751Z
UID:10000079-1593784800-1593792000@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:New to Special (for teachers and NQTs New to Special Schools or Settings) - Day 5
DESCRIPTION:This programme is for teachers & NQTs who are in their first year of work in a special school or setting.\nDay 5 – My Journey: first year and beyond ……………….\nAims: \nTo share knowledge\, learning experiences and encourage reflective practice; \nTo engage in professional dialogue with other teachers; \nTo promote confidence and resilience in the classroom and wider school community; \nNQTs will build on their ITT year\, others new to special will develop skills and knowledge relevant to their setting. \n5 face to face sessions 2 pm – 4pm. \n2 peer school visits. \nDelivered by leaders from Special School settings. \nCost £100 per person for the full programme. \nClick here to book online. \nFlyer \n  \n 
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/new-to-special-for-teachers-and-nqts-new-to-special-schools-or-settings-day-5/
LOCATION:Brookside School\, Brooks Road\, Street\, BA16 0PR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,SEND
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200428T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20191204T115421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191204T115421Z
UID:10000103-1588066200-1588089600@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Improving Secondary Science - Day 3
DESCRIPTION:This programme\, provided jointly by West Somerset Research School and the Science Learning Partnership at SPTS\, provides an in-depth exploration of the seven accessible recommendations made in the EEF’s Improving Secondary Science Guidance Report\, published in 2018. \nEach session helps practitioners understand and use the recommendations in effective ways to improve attainment in science and science teaching. \nWhy take part in this programme? \n\nTo make evidence –based decisions about improving secondary science pedagogy\nTo gain strategies and resources to support pupils\, particularly those who struggle with science\nReceive practical tools and processes for self-review\nUnderstand how to implement the approaches and give them the best chance for success\n\nWho might find this programme useful? \n\nHeads of Science Departments\nScience Curriculum Leaders\nSecondary Science Teachers\n\nWhere and When? \n\nCrispin School\, Street – Thursday 23rd January 2020\nChilton Trinity School\, Bridgwater – Friday 6th March 2020\nFiveways School\, Yeovil – Tuesday 28th April 2020\n\nCost \n\n£295 (for 3 sessions)\n£95 for a second delegate from the same school or trust\n\nAgenda – Day 3 \nTranslating Evidence to the classroom – Preconceptions\, Modelling and Practical \n\nUnderstanding why preconceptions and misconceptions are important\, how to identify them and what to do about them\nUsing practical activities purposefully in lessons\nUsing models to develop understanding and explicitly critiquing models to develop understanding.\n\nFor further details and registration click here \nBook online \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/improving-secondary-science-day-3/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,Secondary Science,Specialist Leaders of Education
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200320T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200320T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20190722T101241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200318T112818Z
UID:10000078-1584712800-1584720000@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:New to Special (for teachers and NQTs New to Special Schools or Settings) - Day 3 - postponed new date to follow
DESCRIPTION:This programme is for teachers & NQTs who are in their first year of work in a special school or setting.\nDay 3 – Behaviour and Autism\nAims: \nTo share knowledge\, learning experiences and encourage reflective practice; \nTo engage in professional dialogue with other teachers; \nTo promote confidence and resilience in the classroom and wider school community; \nNQTs will build on their ITT year\, others new to special will develop skills and knowledge relevant to their setting. \n5 face to face sessions 2 pm – 4pm. \n2 peer school visits. \nDelivered by leaders from Special School settings. \nCost £100 per person for the full programme. \nClick here to book online. \nFlyer \n  \n 
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/new-to-special-for-teachers-and-nqts-new-to-special-schools-or-settings-day-3/
LOCATION:Elmwood and Penrose School\, Hamp Avenue\, Bridgwater\, TA6 6AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,SEND
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200306T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200306T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20191204T114749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191204T114749Z
UID:10000102-1583487000-1583510400@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Improving Secondary Science - Day 2
DESCRIPTION:This programme\, provided jointly by West Somerset Research School and the Science Learning Partnership at SPTS\, provides an in-depth exploration of the seven accessible recommendations made in the EEF’s Improving Secondary Science Guidance Report\, published in 2018. \nEach session helps practitioners understand and use the recommendations in effective ways to improve attainment in science and science teaching. \nWhy take part in this programme? \n\nTo make evidence –based decisions about improving secondary science pedagogy\nTo gain strategies and resources to support pupils\, particularly those who struggle with science\nReceive practical tools and processes for self-review\nUnderstand how to implement the approaches and give them the best chance for success\n\nWho might find this programme useful? \n\nHeads of Science Departments\nScience Curriculum Leaders\nSecondary Science Teachers\n\nWhere and When? \n\nCrispin School\, Street – Thursday 23rd January 2020\nChilton Trinity School\, Bridgwater – Friday 6th March 2020\nFiveways School\, Yeovil – Tuesday 28th April 2020\n\nCost \n\n£295 (for 3 sessions)\n£95 for a second delegate from the same school or trust\n\nAgenda – Day 2 \nTranslating Evidence to the classroom – Language of Science\, Memory and Feedback \n\nUnderstand the importance the language of science and impact on pupils learning and progress\nGain tools to develop scientific vocabulary and links to wider literacy\nUnderstand the implications of cognitive load for science and how this can be reduced to support pupils\nReview why feedback is important and gain strategies to give feedback\n\nFor further details and registration click here \nBook online \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/improving-secondary-science-day-2/
LOCATION:Chilton Trinity School\, Chilton Street\, Bridgwater\, TA6 3JA
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,Secondary Science,Specialist Leaders of Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200123T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200123T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20191204T105835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191204T105924Z
UID:10000100-1579771800-1579795200@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Improving Secondary Science - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:This programme\, provided jointly by West Somerset Research School and the Science Learning Partnership at SPTS\, provides an in-depth exploration of the seven accessible recommendations made in the EEF’s Improving Secondary Science Guidance Report\, published in 2018. \nEach session helps practitioners understand and use the recommendations in effective ways to improve attainment in science and science teaching. \nWhy take part in this programme? \n\nTo make evidence –based decisions about improving secondary science pedagogy\nTo gain strategies and resources to support pupils\, particularly those who struggle with science\nReceive practical tools and processes for self-review\nUnderstand how to implement the approaches and give them the best chance for success\n\nWho might find this programme useful? \n\nHeads of Science Departments\nScience Curriculum Leaders\nSecondary Science Teachers\n\nWhere and When? \n\nCrispin School\, Street – Thursday 23rd January 2020\nChilton Trinity School\, Bridgwater – Friday 6th March 2020\nFiveways School\, Yeovil – Tuesday 28th April 2020\n\nCost \n\n£295 (for 3 sessions)\n£95 for a second delegate from the same school or trust\n\nAgenda – Day 1 \nTranslating Evidence to the classroom – Metacognition and Memory \n\nExploring the importance of metacognition and memory\nHow to developing self-regulation to help pupils direct their own learning\nGain tools to support pupils to retain and retrieve knowledge\n\nFor further details and registration click here \nBook online \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/improving-secondary-science-day-1/
LOCATION:Crispin School\, Church Road\, Street\, BA16 0AD
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,Secondary Science,Specialist Leaders of Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191206T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20190722T100642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191004T115717Z
UID:10000077-1575640800-1575640800@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:New to Special (for teachers and NQTs New to Special Schools or Settings) - Day 2
DESCRIPTION:This programme is for teachers & NQTs who are in their first year of work in a special school or setting.\nDay 2 – Planning\, Feedback and Assessment\nAims: \nTo share knowledge\, learning experiences and encourage reflective practice; \nTo engage in professional dialogue with other teachers; \nTo promote confidence and resilience in the classroom and wider school community; \nNQTs will build on their ITT year\, others new to special will develop skills and knowledge relevant to their setting. \n5 face to face sessions 2 pm – 4pm. \n2 peer school visits. \nDelivered by leaders from Special School settings. \nCost £100 per person for the full programme. \nClick here to book online. \nFlyer \n  \n 
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/new-to-special-for-teachers-and-nqts-new-to-special-schools-or-settings-day-2/
LOCATION:Critchill School\, Nunney Road\, Frome\, BA11 4LB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,SEND
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191125T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191125T163000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20191025T085452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191025T085655Z
UID:10000009-1574690400-1574699400@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Somerset / Dorset SEND and Alternative Provision science network
DESCRIPTION:SEND and Alternative provision settings are invited to participate in a new network for teachers of science. \nThis initial meeting aims to identify common development needs within our wide range of provision and how these can be supported by sharing best practice with colleagues to: \n\nevaluate and compare current provision\nidentify barriers to learning and strategies to overcome these\nexplore resources\, activities and tools to provide an engaging experience for all learners.\n\nFree of charge\, but bookings should be made in advance at: www.stem.org.uk/rp198 \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/somerset-dorset-send-and-alternative-provision-science-network/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Primary Science,Professional and Curriculum,Secondary Science,SEND
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191009T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20190515T145942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190515T150903Z
UID:10000062-1570611600-1570622400@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Primary NQT Induction Training and Development Programme 2019-20 - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Outline\n\nAims \nBuild on your ITT year and consolidate high quality Teaching & Learning\nPromote confidence & resilience in the classroom & wider school community\nShare knowledge\, learning experiences & encourage reflective practice\nEngage in professional dialogue with other NQTs\n\nDescription\n\nDelivery\n7 face to face sessions:\nProfessional development\, networking\, action planning\n2 peer school visits\, action & reflection based on personal development needs\n\nDay 1: Survive and Thrive: Making the most of your NQT year.\n\nPrimary NQT Induction Flyer 2019-20\n\nBook online here
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/primary-nqt-induction-training-and-development-programme-2019-20/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191008T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20190517T135624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T135944Z
UID:10000066-1570543200-1570550400@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Somerset Science Subject Leaders' Network Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the latest local and national initiatives in science and keep ahead of developments in the subject. Meet with other subject leaders and teachers\, share best practice\, develop ideas and activities.  Free of charge but please book in advance.\nPrimary Science Subject Leaders flyer \nBook online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/somerset-science-subject-leaders-network-meetings-2/
LOCATION:Oaklands Primary School\, Preston Grove\, Yeovil\, BA20 2DU
CATEGORIES:Primary Science,Professional and Curriculum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191003T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191003T150000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20190520T080530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190520T081041Z
UID:10000067-1570095000-1570114800@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Getting started as a TA - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:This popular\, practical 2 day course for those brand new to the role of TA is offered again in autumn 2019.\nThe course aims to develop a new TA’s confidence and understanding of their: \n\nroles and responsibilities\neffective practice\nessential toolkit and approaches\n\nTAs will have opportunities to be part of a group and to share ideas through a workshop approach to: \n\nlearn and develop skills to help pupils\ndiscover what the latest research says about TAs in school\nfind where to go for ideas and support\nmake links with other TAs and schools\n\nDelegates will be asked to complete a work-based task between sessions. \nDay 1 – 3rd October 2019 \nDay 2 – 14th November 2019 \nGetting started as a TA flyer 2019 \nBook online \n 
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/getting-started-as-a-ta/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191001T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20190722T095315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190722T100913Z
UID:10000076-1569938400-1569945600@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:New to Special (for teachers and NQTs New to Special Schools or Settings) - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:This programme is for teachers & NQTs who are in their first year of work in a special school or setting.\nFACE TO FACE SESSIONS \n01.10.19             Teacher role: Thrive & survive!  Managing teams and parent/carer consultations \n06.12.19             Planning\, feedback and assessment plus Peer visit planning \n20.03.20            Behaviour and autism plus Peer visit feedback and reflection \n08.05 .20           Sharing strategies and resources plus Peer visit planning \n03.07.20            My Journey: first year and beyond…. plus Peer visit feedback & reflection \nAims: \nTo share knowledge\, learning experiences and encourage reflective practice; \nTo engage in professional dialogue with other teachers; \nTo promote confidence and resilience in the classroom and wider school community; \nNQTs will build on their ITT year\, others new to special will develop skills and knowledge relevant to their setting. \n5 face to face sessions 2 pm – 4pm. \n2 peer school visits. \nDelivered by leaders from Special School settings. \nCost £100 per person for the full programme. \nClick here to book online. \nFlyer \n  \n 
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/new-to-special-for-teachers-and-nqts-new-to-special-schools-or-settings/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,SEND
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190627T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190627T153000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20190123T150954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190212T145232Z
UID:10000049-1561627800-1561649400@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Early Career Leadership Development - Day 3
DESCRIPTION:This 3 day programme will engage\, inspire and challenge teachers in years 2 to 4 of their career to develop leadership abilities both in and beyond the classroom.   \nDates: \nA combination of 3 face to face sessions\, 2 intersessional tasks\, self study & reflection to be held on Monday 25th March\, Monday 20th May and Thursday 27th June 2019. \nDay 3 – Stepping Out: \nSetting goals & impact. \nChange curve. \nLeading beyond the classroom: Who’s in your audience? \nSubject leadership & curriculum development. \nWider strategic understanding. \nReflection\, outcomes & next steps. \nCelebration. \n 
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/early-career-leadership-development-day-3/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190624T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190624T153000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20190109T152155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190109T152155Z
UID:10000043-1561384800-1561390200@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:EAL Joint Professional Development Group:  Yeovil / South Somerset area meetings
DESCRIPTION:EAL co-ordinators in the Yeovil / South Somerset area are invited to attend these termly meetings\, which cover:  EAL updates and team news\, resources\, best practice\, Q&A.  All attending are asked to bring something to show or tell; a new resource\, website or an idea you have used recently. \nLed by SCC Ethnic Minority Achievement & Traveller Education Service (EMATES) \nPlease contact us to register your interest.
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/eal-joint-professional-development-group-yeovil-south-somerset-area-meetings/2019-06-24/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190611T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190611T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20190517T134939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190517T135857Z
UID:10000065-1560261600-1560268800@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Somerset Science Subject Leaders' Network Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the latest local and national initiatives in science and keep ahead of developments in the subject. Meet with other subject leaders and teachers\, share best practice\, develop ideas and activities.  Free of charge but please book in advance.\nThis session will include Robin James\, Science Lead at Exeter Road Primary School and PSTT Fellow. Robin will outline his “Looking for Learning” project which aims to develop working scientifically skills by encouraging primary pupils to reflect on their practical science activities and peer assess using short self-made films of their investigations. \nPrimary Science Subject Leaders flyer \nBook online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/somerset-science-subject-leaders-network-meetings/
LOCATION:Oaklands Primary School\, Preston Grove\, Yeovil\, BA20 2DU
CATEGORIES:Primary Science,Professional and Curriculum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190521T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190521T150000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20190109T151144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190129T095236Z
UID:10000039-1558431000-1558450800@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Facilitating and Scaffolding: theory and practice for effective TAs Day 1
DESCRIPTION:This course will equip TAs with knowledge of the stages of development and strategies to better support learning.  See the flyer for details. \nDelegates will be required to complete a work-based task between sessions \nCost:  £120 for both sessions (20% discount for SPTS alliance schools) \nClick here to book online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/facilitating-and-scaffolding-theory-and-practice-for-effective-tas/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,SEND
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190520T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190520T153000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20190123T150857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190212T145129Z
UID:10000047-1558344600-1558366200@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Early Career Leadership Development - Day 2
DESCRIPTION:This 3 day programme will engage\, inspire and challenge teachers in years 2 to 4 of their career to develop leadership abilities both in and beyond the classroom.   \nDates: \nA combination of 3 face to face sessions\, 2 intersessional tasks\, self study & reflection to be held on Monday 25th  March\, Monday 20th May 2019 and Thursday 27th June 2019. \nDays 1 & 2 – Stepping Up: \nLeadership styles: What makes a good leader? \nKnow yourself: Personal & professional. \nKnow your team: Understanding & working with  different personalities. \nGetting the best from the team. \nLeadership or management? \nPowerful questions\, difficult conversations. \nResilience & stress busting. \nIntersessional tasks. \nDay 3 – Stepping Out: \nSetting goals & impact. \nChange curve. \nLeading beyond the classroom: Who’s in your audience? \nSubject leadership & curriculum development. \nWider strategic understanding. \nReflection\, outcomes & next steps. \nCelebration. \n 
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/early-career-leadership-development-day-2/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190508T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190508T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20190124T152201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190124T152456Z
UID:10000052-1557306000-1557331200@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Dealing with Difficult Parents
DESCRIPTION:Aimed at supporting Parent and Family Support Advisors \nAll PFSAs are faced with difficult and demanding parents.  This can occur in a school setting\, in the parents’ own homes and in the community. Parents can be very critical of the school\, Social Care and other services; some can be very intimidating or even aggressive. \nThis course will examine effective ways of handling such situations. Real situations will be studied and appropriate solutions reviewed. This course is suitable for staff who come into face to face or telephone contact with parents in a variety of environments.  We are very mindful of the needs for PFSAs to maintain relationships with these parents who are in challenging circumstances. \nOutcomes: \nParents as consumers and the issues this raises. What makes a parent angry? \nDefusing the situation. \nThe surprise encounter. \nPreparing for a meeting and the importance of taking notes. \nCalling a meeting closed and escalation of issues. \nYour legal responsibilities. \nCost: \n£85  (20% discount for SPTS alliance schools) \nClick here to book online \nDealing with Difficult Parents flyer \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/dealing-with-difficult-parents/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190403T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190403T153000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20190109T151554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T091729Z
UID:10000041-1554282000-1554305400@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Philosophy for Children Day 2
DESCRIPTION:An approach to thinking skills with a difference\, Philosophy for Children allows not just the development of critical and creative skills\, but also encourages caring and collaboration.  It enables teachers to address key issues like bullying\, respect and diversity and helps schools prepare children to negotiate life in the complex and diverse society they live in\, encouraging conflict resolution through reasoning.  Please see the flyer for details. \nThis course is suitable for all primary school leaders and teachers and is particularly helpful for secondary school English/Humanities/PSHE/Citizenship staff \nDay 2   £170 \nDays 1&2 (booked together) £260 \nClick here to download booking form
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/an-introduction-to-philosophy-for-children-day-2/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190325T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190325T153000
DTSTAMP:20260531T081300
CREATED:20190123T140424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190212T145009Z
UID:10000045-1553506200-1553527800@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Early Career Leadership Development - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:This 3 day programme will engage\, inspire and challenge teachers in years 2 to 4 of their career to develop leadership abilities both in and beyond the classroom.   \nDates: \nA combination of 3 face to face sessions\, 2 intersessional tasks\, self study & reflection to be held on Monday 25th March\, Monday 20th May 2019 and Thursday 27th June 2019. \nDays 1 & 2 – Stepping Up: \nLeadership styles: What makes a good leader? \nKnow yourself: Personal & professional. \nKnow your team: Understanding & working with  different personalities. \nGetting the best from the team. \nLeadership or management? \nPowerful questions\, difficult conversations. \nResilience & stress busting. \nIntersessional tasks. \nDay 3 – Stepping Out: \nSetting goals & impact. \nChange curve. \nLeading beyond the classroom: Who’s in your audience? \nSubject leadership & curriculum development. \nWider strategic understanding. \nReflection\, outcomes & next steps. \nCelebration. \nOutcomes: \nTeacher leaders  will be able to understand and utilise models of good leadership\, effectively lead and manage small teams\, support wider school initiatives including school development plans and progress into a leadership role. \nCost: \n£175 (20% discount for SPTS alliance schools) \nBooking: \nClick here to book online \nEarly Career Leadership Development Flyer
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/early-career-leadership-development/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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