Events
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Careers leaders network
Careers leaders network
Network meeting for staff in member colleges who lead on Careers Education, Information and Guidance (CEIAG).
1 event,
Transition out network
Transition out network
This network is aimed at staff in member colleges who are involved in the transition process from college towards their onward destination.
1 event,
New to the ILR? Getting it right first time
New to the ILR? Getting it right first time
This training is aimed at staff who have little or no experience of creating or returning Individual Learner Records (ILR) and require an introduction to the basics.
1 event,
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Safeguarding network
Safeguarding network
This free safeguarding forum is open to all DSLs and others with safeguarding responsibilities within Natspec member colleges.
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Working together to identify progress (How does your learner know when they get there and how do you?)
Working together to identify progress (How does your learner know when they get there and how do you?)
How do you and your learners recognise their progress and success using the RARPA model? Book now on our Centres for Excellence in SEND fully funded session.
1 event,
The ILR in practice
The ILR in practice
As a follow up to our “New to the ILR” workshop, here we look at the practical application of returning Individual Learner Records (ILR) and, importantly, the analysis of data checking, error reports and their resolution.
2 events,
Natspec regional meeting – East Midlands / East of England
Natspec regional meeting – East Midlands / East of England
Natspec regional meeting for members in East Midlands / East of England.
Working with learners with demand avoidance profiles
Working with learners with demand avoidance profiles
Do you work with learners who have a demand avoidance profile? Book now on our Centres for Excellence in SEND fully funded session.
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Ofsted inspections – a myth-busting webinar
Ofsted inspections – a myth-busting webinar
Join us for an opportunity to hear from two Ofsted HMI talk through the inspection process and address some key questions or misconceptions about inspection.
1 event,
Relationships First: Building Belonging through Trauma-Informed and Attachment-Aware Practice
Relationships First: Building Belonging through Trauma-Informed and Attachment-Aware Practice
Do you wish to apply practical trauma-informed and attachment-aware strategies to create safe, supportive learning environments that promote wellbeing, inclusion, and positive student outcomes? Book now on our Centres for Excellence in SEND fully funded session.
3 events,
Governance professionals network
Governance professionals network
This free, member-only meeting will compare approaches to supporting and advising governors, give you an opportunity to share practice, and discuss what constitutes good governance in specialist colleges.
Inclusive teaching in specialist FE
Inclusive teaching in specialist FE
Are you new to teaching in specialist FE? Would you like a refresher course on effective teaching of learners in specialist FE?
2 events,
Learner voice network
Learner voice network
This network is for Learner Voice Practitioners working in Natspec member colleges and affiliates. This is an opportunity to meet other practitioners, hear about their work and share ideas around best practice.
ADHD and Neurodiversity: Practical Classroom Strategies
ADHD and Neurodiversity: Practical Classroom Strategies
Do you work with learners who have a label of attention deficit, hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) within the spectrum of neurodivergence? Book now on our Centres for Excellence in SEND fully funded session for some practical classroom strategies.
1 event,
SEMH network
SEMH network
Online netowrk for Natspec member colleges and affiliate organisations who have an interest in provision for learners with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
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1 event,
Understanding inclusion across the FE system
Understanding inclusion across the FE system
Want to understand how partnership working may be strengthened between mainstream and specialist FE to drive greater inclusion across the education system? Book now on our Centres for Excellence in SEND fully funded session.
4 events,
Creating and implementing an effective RARPA process
Creating and implementing an effective RARPA process
Interactive online training for curriculum managers and practitioners looking for a systematic way to plan provision for learners with SEND, monitor their progress and record their achievements.
Finance managers network
Finance managers network
This is a free, Natspec members-only event, for finance and business managers.
10 practical steps to include more learners
10 practical steps to include more learners
Join one of our Assistive Technologists to discuss ten quick fire topics covering a wide range of assistive hardware, software and techniques.
2 events,
Unlocking accessibility: features in the technology you already have
Unlocking accessibility: features in the technology you already have
Computers, tablets and phones have a wealth of accessibility options already built into the operating systems. All teaching and learning support staff should have an awareness of these features so they can remove barriers for learners.
PMLD network
PMLD network
A network for staff in Natspec colleges and affiliates working with students with PMLD aged 16-25. Teaching staff, managers, therapists, care staff and learning support staff can share information and discuss ideas and issues relating to provision for learners with PMLD.
2 events,
Quality assuring specialist FE provision
Quality assuring specialist FE provision
Learn how to build a rounded, accurate picture of the quality of provision with different quality assurance activities. This two-part training gives you a chance to put theory into practice and reflect on what works for your provision.
Working with learners who choose not to use verbal communication
Working with learners who choose not to use verbal communication
Are you working with learners who choose not to use verbal communication? Book now on our Centres for Excellence in SEND fully funded session for effective strategies to support them.
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Admissions network
Admissions network
This network gives member colleges the opportunity to discuss approaches to the assessment process and share good practice.