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SUMMARY:Getting Started as a TA - Spring 2022 Course
DESCRIPTION:This popular\, practical 2 day course for those brand new to the role of TA\, is offered again in spring 2022. \nDay 1: 19 January\, Day 2: 16 February \nThe course aims to develop a new TA’s confidence and understanding of their: \n\nRoles and responsibilities\nEffective practice\nEssential toolkit and approaches
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/getting-started-as-a-ta-spring-2022-courses/2022-01-19/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211202T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T132239Z
UID:10000163-1638437400-1638457200@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Signalong for Parents\, Carers and Professionals
DESCRIPTION:A sign-supported communication system designed for children and adults with speech and language difficulties. Most users have learning disabilities or autism spectrum disorders\, but the system is available to anyone who needs signing\, including those with physical disabilities or hearing impairment. \n\n\n\n\nProfessionals £75.  Please follow the link below for bookings. \n\n\n\n\nParents/carers £30 (free for those eligible for free school meals)\, please contact officespts@educ.somerset.gov.uk
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/singalong/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SEND
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211117T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20210802T112222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T150333Z
UID:10000164-1637139600-1637164800@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Team Teach Positive Behaviour Management - Level One
DESCRIPTION:This 6 hr course provides individuals with practical\, interactive training\, designed to transform participants’ practice in school\, allowing those working in low-risk primary and secondary schools to understand and implement holistic behaviour management strategies. \nUpon completing this course\, a participant will be able to fully understand the rationale and principles of the Team Teach approach. They will be equipped with expertise and confidence to stay safe\, to carry out simple de-escalation strategies and to apply basic positive handling\, mostly focused on guiding and escorting pupils. Participants will be fully aware of which strategies are most appropriate for any given situation\, and will have a far deeper understanding of the causes of disruptive behaviour. \nCertification for this course is valid for 36 months.  \n£120 per person (multiple booking discounts available)
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/team-teach-6-hour/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Team Teach
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211111T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211111T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20211007T141338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T142100Z
UID:10000167-1636653600-1636659000@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Initial Teacher Training Information Evening
DESCRIPTION:Find out about a fabulous opportunity for Initial Teacher Training right on your doorstep! \nClick here for flyer
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/initial-teacher-training-information-evening/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210519T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210519T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20200512T125950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201022T144613Z
UID:10000021-1621414800-1621425600@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Primary NQT Induction Training and Development Programme 2020-21 - Day 7
DESCRIPTION:Day 7:\nTechnology: providing learners with progressive cross-curricula experiences of computing\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-7/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210517T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20200930T114232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T162339Z
UID:10000115-1621242000-1621267200@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Team-Teach Mop-Up Training 6 Hour Level 1 Training Course for Low Risk Settings
DESCRIPTION:For information about Team Teach Training click here to go to our website.\nTeam Teach flyer 1 day mop up flyer 17.5.21\nClick here to book online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/team-teach-mop-up-training-6-hour-level-1-training-course-for-low-risk-settings-3/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SEMH,SEND,Team Teach
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210428T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210428T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20200512T125810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201022T144539Z
UID:10000020-1619600400-1619611200@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Primary NQT Induction Training and Development Programme 2020-21 - Day 6
DESCRIPTION:Day 6:\nScience: working scientifically and developing your classroom practice\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-6/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210426T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20201214T141114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T151654Z
UID:10000154-1619427600-1619452800@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Team-Teach Mop-Up Training 6 Hour Level 1 Training Course for Low Risk Settings
DESCRIPTION:For information about Team Teach Training click here to go to our website.\nClick here to book online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/team-teach-mop-up-training-6-hour-level-1-training-course-for-low-risk-settings-4/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SEMH,SEND,Team Teach
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210324T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20200512T125622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201022T144453Z
UID:10000019-1616576400-1616587200@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Primary NQT Induction Training and Development Programme 2020-21 - Day 5
DESCRIPTION:Day 5:\nEnglish and Maths: Progress and Moderation\n\nPrimary NQT Induction Flyer\n\nBook online here\n\n 
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/primary-nqt-induction-training-and-development-programme-2020-21-day-5/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210305T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210305T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20201208T101454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T152340Z
UID:10000064-1614934800-1614963600@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Become a Youth Mental Health First Aider
DESCRIPTION:This Youth MHFA Two Day course qualifies you as a Youth Mental Health First Aider \nIs your school Ofsted ready in relation to mental health support? \nYouth Mental Health First Aid Courses provide you with: \n\nAn in depth understanding of young people’s mental health and factors that affect wellbeing\nPractical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues\nConfidence to reassure and support a young person in distress\nEnhanced interpersonal skills such as non-judgemental listening\nKnowledge to help a young person recover their health by guiding them to further support – whether that’s\nthrough self-help sites\, their place of learning\, the NHS\, or a mix – engaging with parents\, carers and external agencies where appropriate\nAbility to support a young person with a long term mental health issue or disability to thrive\nTools to look after your own mental wellbeing\n\nCourse Structure: \n\nAbout Youth Mental Health First Aid\nDepression and anxiety\nSuicide and psychosis\nSelf-harm and eating disorders\n\nBook online via the Mental Health First Aid England website or contact us \nMental Health First Aider flyer – two day – March 2021 \nYOUTH_MHFA_Two Day
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/become-a-youth-mental-health-first-aider-2/2021-03-05/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,SEMH,Team Teach
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210304T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210304T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20201208T101454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T152340Z
UID:10000063-1614848400-1614877200@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Become a Youth Mental Health First Aider
DESCRIPTION:This Youth MHFA Two Day course qualifies you as a Youth Mental Health First Aider \nIs your school Ofsted ready in relation to mental health support? \nYouth Mental Health First Aid Courses provide you with: \n\nAn in depth understanding of young people’s mental health and factors that affect wellbeing\nPractical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues\nConfidence to reassure and support a young person in distress\nEnhanced interpersonal skills such as non-judgemental listening\nKnowledge to help a young person recover their health by guiding them to further support – whether that’s\nthrough self-help sites\, their place of learning\, the NHS\, or a mix – engaging with parents\, carers and external agencies where appropriate\nAbility to support a young person with a long term mental health issue or disability to thrive\nTools to look after your own mental wellbeing\n\nCourse Structure: \n\nAbout Youth Mental Health First Aid\nDepression and anxiety\nSuicide and psychosis\nSelf-harm and eating disorders\n\nBook online via the Mental Health First Aid England website or contact us \nMental Health First Aider flyer – two day – March 2021 \nYOUTH_MHFA_Two Day
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/become-a-youth-mental-health-first-aider-2/2021-03-04/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,SEMH,Team Teach
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210302T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210302T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20210105T122846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T122846Z
UID:10000158-1614686400-1614690000@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:South West Technicians Network
DESCRIPTION:What’s in it for me?\nA fantastic opportunity to receive high quality technician-focused CPD from senior technician\, Stacey Wheeler. \nThe network meetings will also include updates\, guidance and the opportunity to collaborate and share good practice. \nWhat does the network package include? \nTwo remote network meetings:\n➢ 7 January book here \n➢2 March 2021 book here \nPlus two remote CPD courses:\n➢ Health & Safety: 21st January 2021 book here\n➢ Maintaining your prep room: starts 2 Feb 2021 book here \nThese events are all bookable individually at the links above\, but your school can save 30% and sign up an unlimited\nnumber of technical support staff by subscribing to the full package for just £120. \nTo purchase a subscription please contact us \nSouth West Technicians Network Flyer
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/south-west-technicians-network-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Secondary Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210226T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20201015T142153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T142540Z
UID:10000138-1614342600-1614355200@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Primary Subject Leaders - Assessment and Progression (Virtual Session)
DESCRIPTION:Evidence shows that effective Assessment for Learning (AfL) leads to raised attainment. Now that formal recording of levels has been removed\, you need to be secure in your understanding of how to make judgements about children’s achievements and progress. Throughout the course we will identify how you can integrate and embed assessment practices into your science teaching. By working through this selection of modules you will be able to use a range of AfL strategies effectively to promote children’s learning and will acquire a deeper understanding of progression. These modules are designed to help you to make confident and reliable teacher assessment of learning in science and identify children’s next steps. \n\nModule 1: Assessment in the new national curriculum \n\nModule 2: Developing teacher assessment\n\n\nModule 3: Securing understanding\n\n\n\nStarts 26th February 2021\n\nMore information and to book online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/primary-subject-leaders/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Primary Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210224T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210224T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20201015T143237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T143237Z
UID:10000141-1614169800-1614182400@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Primary KS1 Science - An introduction to working scientifically (Virtual Session)
DESCRIPTION:Understanding ‘working scientifically’ is vital for children to develop ideas\, skills\, knowledge and understanding in science. You will be able to confidently implement strategies for planning\, resourcing and organising enquiry that challenges scientific thinking. \nThese module will help you to: \n\nAppreciate and demonstrate an increased knowledge of progression in working scientifically\nUnderstand how to effectively question to elicit different types of enquiry\nImplement a wide range of strategies for planning resourcing and organising enquiry to support working scientifically and ‘big ideas’ in science.\n\nModule 1: Getting started \n\nModule 2: Types of enquiry\n\n\nModule 3: Collecting data\n\n\nModule 4: Communicating evidence\n\n\n\nStarts 24th February 2021\n\nMore information and to book online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/primary-ks1-science-an-introduction-to-working-scientifically-virtual-session/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Primary Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210224T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20200512T125443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T151550Z
UID:10000018-1614157200-1614168000@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Primary NQT Induction Training and Development Programme 2020-21 - Day 4
DESCRIPTION:Day 4:\nResponding to the needs of all learners (SEND/Autism)\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-4/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210203T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20201015T144045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T144045Z
UID:10000143-1612355400-1612368000@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Primary KS2 Science - Developing pupil-led investigations (Virtual Session)
DESCRIPTION:To develop the independence of children thinking and communicating as real scientists is essential to deepen their scientific understanding. You will be able to facilitate and create rich\, effective and exciting strategies that provide opportunities that embed and extend scientific skills. \nThese module will help you to: \n\nDemonstrate a clear understanding of how to structure and facilitate pupil led investigations\nEvaluate and implement numerous strategies that will engage children in their own learning\nEmbed different strategies to support the ability of children to communicate scientific ideas and challenge ideas as true scientists\n\nModule 1: Starting with enquiry \n\nModule 2: Engaging for enquiry\n\n\nModule 3: Exploring and communicating\n\n\nModule 4: Implementing investigation\n\n\n\nStarts 3rd February 2021\n\nMore information and to book online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/primary-ks2-science-developing-pupil-led-investigations-virtual-session/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210202T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20210105T123212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T123212Z
UID:10000162-1612267200-1612270800@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:South West Technicians Network
DESCRIPTION:What’s in it for me?\nA fantastic opportunity to receive high quality technician-focused CPD from senior technician\, Stacey Wheeler. \nThe network meetings will also include updates\, guidance and the opportunity to collaborate and share good practice. \nWhat does the network package include? \nTwo remote network meetings:\n➢ 7 January book here \n➢2 March 2021 book here \nPlus two remote CPD courses:\n➢ Health & Safety: 21st January 2021 book here\n➢ Maintaining your prep room: starts 2 Feb 2021 book here \nThese events are all bookable individually at the links above\, but your school can save 30% and sign up an unlimited\nnumber of technical support staff by subscribing to the full package for just £120. \nTo purchase a subscription please contact us \nSouth West Technicians Network Flyer
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/south-west-technicians-network-4/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Secondary Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210127T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210127T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20201015T162359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T162359Z
UID:10000048-1611754200-1611757800@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Subject knowledge enhancement : KS4 Biology (Virtual Session)
DESCRIPTION:Summary\n\n\n\nThis course will provide subject knowledge to help in planning and teaching biology for Key Stage 4 (Coordinated Science and Triple Science) with a focus on the genome\, genes and gene expression and cell division. Develop your biology teaching with the tools and confidence to plan and teach effectively\, engaging your students and supporting their achievement and attainment. You will be supported to find ways to enhance students’ learning skills. You will explore ways of building student understanding\, taking account of preconceptions\, misconceptions and common issues in teaching these biology concepts. \n\n\n\nOutcomes\n\n\n\n\ndevelop an understanding of key concepts in KS4 biology\nidentify common preconceptions and misconceptions held by students\ninvestigate teaching approaches to develop student knowledge and understanding\nincrease your confidence to plan and teach for more effective learning for GCSE biology students\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. GENES AND THE GENOME\n27 JANUARY 2021\n13:30-14:30\n\n\n2. GENE EXPRESSION\n03 FEBRUARY 2021\n13:30-14:30\n\n\n3. CELL DIVISION\n10 FEBRUARY 2021\n13:30-14:30\n\n\n\nMore information and to book online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/subject-knowledge-enhancement-ks4-biology-virtual-session/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Secondary Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210127T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210127T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20200717T115005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201208T100821Z
UID:10000112-1611738000-1611766800@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Become a Youth Mental Health First Aider
DESCRIPTION:This Youth MHFA Two Day course qualifies you as a Youth Mental Health First Aider \nIs your school Ofsted ready in relation to mental health support? \nYouth Mental Health First Aid Courses provide you with: \n\nAn in depth understanding of young people’s mental health and factors that affect wellbeing\nPractical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues\nConfidence to reassure and support a young person in distress\nEnhanced interpersonal skills such as non-judgemental listening\nKnowledge to help a young person recover their health by guiding them to further support – whether that’s\nthrough self-help sites\, their place of learning\, the NHS\, or a mix – engaging with parents\, carers and external agencies where appropriate\nAbility to support a young person with a long term mental health issue or disability to thrive\nTools to look after your own mental wellbeing\n\nCourse Structure: \n\nAbout Youth Mental Health First Aid\nDepression and anxiety\nSuicide and psychosis\nSelf-harm and eating disorders\n\nBook online via the Mental Health First Aid England website or contact us \nMental Health First Aider flyer – two day – January 2021 \nYOUTH_MHFA_Two Day
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/become-a-youth-mental-health-first-aider/2021-01-27/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,SEMH,Team Teach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210126T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20200717T115005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201208T100821Z
UID:10000111-1611651600-1611680400@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Become a Youth Mental Health First Aider
DESCRIPTION:This Youth MHFA Two Day course qualifies you as a Youth Mental Health First Aider \nIs your school Ofsted ready in relation to mental health support? \nYouth Mental Health First Aid Courses provide you with: \n\nAn in depth understanding of young people’s mental health and factors that affect wellbeing\nPractical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues\nConfidence to reassure and support a young person in distress\nEnhanced interpersonal skills such as non-judgemental listening\nKnowledge to help a young person recover their health by guiding them to further support – whether that’s\nthrough self-help sites\, their place of learning\, the NHS\, or a mix – engaging with parents\, carers and external agencies where appropriate\nAbility to support a young person with a long term mental health issue or disability to thrive\nTools to look after your own mental wellbeing\n\nCourse Structure: \n\nAbout Youth Mental Health First Aid\nDepression and anxiety\nSuicide and psychosis\nSelf-harm and eating disorders\n\nBook online via the Mental Health First Aid England website or contact us \nMental Health First Aider flyer – two day – January 2021 \nYOUTH_MHFA_Two Day
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/become-a-youth-mental-health-first-aider/2021-01-26/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,SEMH,Team Teach
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210122T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210122T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20200211T100156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201104T095730Z
UID:10000014-1611307800-1611329400@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Signalong - for parents\, carers and professionals
DESCRIPTION:The workshop will cover the brief history\, philosophy and methodology of Signalong before teaching approximately 60 key words.  The course will follow the Everybody’s Signalong Topic Vocabulary.  You will learn the necessary skills to read and produce any sign in the manuals.  Activities are provided to put the vocabulary into context and reinforce learning.  Course cost will include certificate and manual. \nDates:                                                   \nFriday 22nd January 2021 \nFiveways School\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ \nTimes: 9.30am till 3.30pm \nSignalong Flyer January 2021  \nSchools and Local Authority settings  Book on line \nParents and Careers please contact us here \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/signalong-for-parents-carers-and-professionals-3/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SEND
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210121T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20210105T123122Z
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UID:10000160-1611234000-1611244800@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:South West Technicians Network
DESCRIPTION:What’s in it for me?\nA fantastic opportunity to receive high quality technician-focused CPD from senior technician\, Stacey Wheeler. \nThe network meetings will also include updates\, guidance and the opportunity to collaborate and share good practice. \nWhat does the network package include? \nTwo remote network meetings:\n➢ 7 January book here \n➢2 March 2021 book here \nPlus two remote CPD courses:\n➢ Health & Safety: 21st January 2021 book here\n➢ Maintaining your prep room: starts 2 Feb 2021 book here \nThese events are all bookable individually at the links above\, but your school can save 30% and sign up an unlimited\nnumber of technical support staff by subscribing to the full package for just £120. \nTo purchase a subscription please contact us \nSouth West Technicians Network Flyer
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/south-west-technicians-network-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Secondary Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210121T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
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SUMMARY:Secondary Subject Enhancement - Strengthening Practical Work in Physics (Virtual Session)
DESCRIPTION:Explore a range of ideas for teaching topics across the physics curriculum and develop an understanding of how practical work can be made more relevant and effective. \nModule 1: Forces and Motion \n\nModule 2: Energy and Matter\n\n\nModule 3: Electricity\n\n\nModule 4: Light\n\n\n\nStarts 21st January 2021\n\nMore information and to book online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/secondary-subject-enhancement-strengthening-practical-work-in-physics-virtual-session/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Secondary Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210120T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20200512T125003Z
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UID:10000016-1611133200-1611144000@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Primary NQT Induction Training and Development Programme 2020-21 - Day 3
DESCRIPTION:Day 3:\nFeedback\, Marking and Assessment – Framed it\, aimed it\, tamed it!\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-3-2/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210118T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20190717T115513Z
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SUMMARY:Dealing with Difficult Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Aimed at supporting staff who need to have challenging conversations  \nMost school staff are faced with difficult and demanding conversations and none of us like them! \nDifficult conversations might be needed to address poor performance by a colleague or an unhappy parent. \nThis course will offer practical strategies for handling situations that can be challenging.  You will leave with tools to support you to achieve the best possible outcome. \nReal situations will be studied and appropriate solutions reviewed. \nThis course is suitable for staff who are faced with difficult and demanding conversations. \nOutcomes: \nPractical Strategies to: \n\nIdentify why we avoid those difficult conversations and the impact this has\nPrepare yourself and the environment for the meeting and the importance of taking notes\nStructure the conversation\nCommunicate in a direct non threatening way\n\nCost: \n£85  (20% discount for SPTS alliance schools) \nBook online\nDifficult conversations Flyer \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/difficult_conversations_with_parents/
LOCATION:Fiveways School\, Victoria Rd\, Yeovil\, BA21 5AZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210115T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20201015T160143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T160143Z
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SUMMARY:Early Career - Making powerful connections between primary literacy and science (Virtual Session)
DESCRIPTION:You will explore a range of strategies designed to improve children’s ability to use scientific language. You will be able to maximise the opportunities for developing literacy skills and improving attainment in science by planning lessons in which children communicate science ideas\, knowledge and understanding. \nThese modules will help you to: \n\nGain an awareness of the nature and breadth of opportunities for linking science and literacy\nDevelop strategies for raising attainment in science through developing speaking\, listening and writing skills to communicate scientific learning\nBegin to identify progression in science and literacy\n\nModule 1: Speaking and listening \n\nModule 2: Reading and science\n\n\nModule 3: Effective writing in science\n\n\n\nStarts 15th January 2021\n\nMore information and to book online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/early-career-making-powerful-connections-between-primary-literacy-and-science-virtual-session/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Primary Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210114T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210114T162000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20200930T141554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T085142Z
UID:10000118-1610632800-1610641200@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:Teaching Upper Key Stage 2 Science (Virtual Session)
DESCRIPTION:Summary\n\n\n\nGet ready to return to the classroom by gaining the tools and confidence to plan and enable effective learning for your pupils. You will explore ways to bring the KS2 curriculum to life through practical ideas and discussion tasks\, as well as how to effectively develop a strategy for dealing with common misconceptions. \n\n\n\nOutcomes\n\n\n\nYou will be able to: \n\ncreate a manageable approach to teaching science in upper KS2\nidentify and address gaps in children’s science knowledge\, skills & understanding\nplan practical approaches to teaching upper 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 Upper KS2 – 14 January 2021 – 14.00-15.00\nUpper KS2 Biology – 14 January 2021 – 15.20-16.20\nUpper KS2 Chemistry – 19 January 2021 – 14.00-15.00\nUpper KS2 Physics – 25 January 2021 – 14.00-15.00\nWrap Up: Tips to Hit Science Running when back in the Classroom – 25 January 2021 – 15.20- 16.00\n\nCost\nState Funded School or College – £70 \nFee Paying School or College – £140 \nBook online
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/teaching-upper-key-stage-2-science/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Primary Science,Professional and Curriculum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210113T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20200930T143522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T085214Z
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SUMMARY:Health and Safety for NQTs in Science (Virtual Session)
DESCRIPTION:Summary\n\n\n\nSupport those who are new to teaching science with the fundamentals of safe and effective practical work. We will cover what is needed in a school lab\, how to produce risk assessments that help you and others do the practical well and give you support in dealing with things that can go wrong. \n\n\n\nOutcomes\n\n\n\nYou will be able to: \n\nunderstand the basics of effective health and safety in school labs\nproduce risk assessments that support good practical work\nidentify good practice for planning and running practicals\nprepare for dealing with incidents in the lab\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. \nFor this course you must have a CLEAPSS username and password. If you are unsure of what this is please contact your school or ITT provider for more information. \n\n\n\nSessions\n\n\n\n\nDate\nTime\n\n\n\n\n1. INTRODUCTION TO EFFECTIVE HEALTH AND SAFETY- THE BASICS\n13 JANUARY 2021\n16:00-17:00\n\n\n2. PLANNING FOR PRACTICAL WORK FROM START TO FINISH\n27 JANUARY 2021\n16:00-17:00\n\n\n3. DEALING WITH INCIDENTS\, KEEPING RECORDS AND TOP TIPS!\n10 FEBRUARY 2021\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/health-and-safety-for-nqts-in-science/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Professional and Curriculum,Secondary Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210107T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20210105T122645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T122732Z
UID:10000156-1610020800-1610024400@www.somersetpts.co.uk
SUMMARY:South West Technicians Network
DESCRIPTION:What’s in it for me?\nA fantastic opportunity to receive high quality technician-focused CPD from senior technician\, Stacey Wheeler. \nThe network meetings will also include updates\, guidance and the opportunity to collaborate and share good practice. \nWhat does the network package include? \nTwo remote network meetings:\n➢ 7 January book here \n➢2 March 2021 book here \nPlus two remote CPD courses:\n➢ Health & Safety: 21st January 2021 book here\n➢ Maintaining your prep room: starts 2 Feb 2021 book here \nThese events are all bookable individually at the links above\, but your school can save 30% and sign up an unlimited\nnumber of technical support staff by subscribing to the full package for just £120. \nTo purchase a subscription please contact us \nSouth West Technicians Network Flyer
URL:https://www.somersetpts.co.uk/event/south-west-technicians-network/
LOCATION:Virtual Online Learning\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Secondary Science
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201204T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201204T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T063934
CREATED:20200930T104052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200930T104052Z
UID:10000114-1607074200-1607094000@www.somersetpts.co.uk
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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