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Natspec runs events exclusively for staff at our member colleges. These include networking opportunities, chances to contribute to national conversations, as well as one off training sessions.
See also the full calendar of all Natspec events, including all training and opportunities that are open to everyone.
The ILR drop-in and Q&A session
Wednesday 9 September 2026, 11:30am–1:00pmThis free session gives colleges the opportunity to ask questions and discuss ILR issues or queries to support accurate ILR returns.
An introduction to learner voice work
Thursday 24 September 2026, 12:00pm–1:00pmJoin us in learning about the services and support Natspec offers its members and affiliates and get a taste for the work going on in the Learner Voice Network and Student Voice Parliament.
Careers leaders network
Monday 28 September 2026, 3:30pm–4:30pmNetwork meeting for staff in member colleges who lead on Careers Education, Information and Guidance (CEIAG).
Safeguarding network
Friday 2 October 2026, 10:30am–12:00pmThis free safeguarding forum is open to all DSLs and others with safeguarding responsibilities within Natspec member colleges.
Learner voice network
Thursday 15 October 2026, 10:00am–12:30pmThis 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.
The ILR drop-in and Q&A session
Thursday 15 October 2026, 11:30am–1:00pmThis free session gives colleges the opportunity to ask questions and discuss ILR issues or queries to support accurate ILR returns.
Finance managers network
Tuesday 20 October 2026, 10:30am–12:30pmThis is a free, Natspec members-only event, for finance and business managers.
Fundraisers network
Tuesday 20 October 2026, 2:00pm–3:00pmThis free event, for Natspec members only, is an opportunity for staff responsible for fundraising to network and share ideas and practice.
Natspec principals forum
Tuesday 3 November 2026, 10:00am–4:00pmMembers only event designed specifically for principals and senior leaders.
Employment network
Tuesday 10 November 2026, 10:00am–12:30pmThe Natspec employment network is a free event where members can network with people in various roles from across our membership, to discuss hot topics and swap ideas.
HR network (incl. employment law update)
Monday 16 November 2026, 10:30am–12:30pmThis is a free online HR networking event for Natspec members.
Care network
Wednesday 18 November 2026, 2:00pm–4:30pmThis is a free, members-only event for staff in care roles.
Quality network
Monday 23 November 2026, 3:00pm–4:30pmNetwork meeting for staff in member colleges who work in quality roles.
The ILR drop-in and Q&A session
Tuesday 24 November 2026, 11:30am–1:00pmThis free session gives colleges the opportunity to ask questions and discuss ILR issues or queries to support accurate ILR returns.
Student Voice Parliament
Thursday 26 November 2026, 10:00am–2:00pmThis event is for students from Natspec member colleges to come together, discuss and collaborate on topics that are important to them and to make sure their collective voice is heard.
Data and MIS network
Thursday 26 November 2026, 3:00pm–4:30pmIf you have Data/MIS/ILR responsibilities at any of our member colleges, join us to discuss your issues.
Natspec Innovation Awards 2027 online ceremony
Thursday 22 April 2027, 1:30pm–2:30pmJoin us for the announcement of the winners of the Natspec Innovation Awards 2026