All upcoming member networks are listed below.
TechAbility Champions
Monday 28 September 2026, 1:00pm–2:00pmQuarterly meeting to share best practice and latest updates.
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).
Transition out network
Tuesday 29 September 2026, 1:30pm–2:30pmThis network is aimed at staff in member colleges who are involved in the transition process from college towards their onward destination.
Care network
Thursday 1 October 2026, 2:00pm–3:30pmThis is a free, members-only event for staff in care roles.
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.
Governance professionals network
Wednesday 14 October 2026, 11:00am–12:30pmThis 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.
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.
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.
PMLD network
Wednesday 21 October 2026, 3:30pm–4:45pmA 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.
Admissions network
Friday 30 October 2026, 10:00am–11:00amThis network gives member colleges the opportunity to discuss approaches to the assessment process and share good practice.
Therapies network
Friday 6 November 2026, 9:30am–10:30amA new network for staff in member colleges who are responsible for management of therapies and/or multi-disciplinary teams
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.
Autism network
Tuesday 17 November 2026, 3:45pm–4:45pmMeet with staff from Natspec member and affiliate colleges to discuss your work with autistic learners, share ideas, recommendations for training and compare experiences.
Sensory impairment network
Wednesday 18 November 2026, 4:00pm–5:15pmThis online network is for staff from Natspec member colleges who are specialist sensory impairment teachers or in a role that involves supporting learners with sensory impairments.
Quality network
Monday 23 November 2026, 3:00pm–4:30pmNetwork meeting for staff in member colleges who work in quality roles.
Careers leaders network
Wednesday 25 November 2026, 3:30pm–4:30pmNetwork meeting for staff in member colleges who lead on Careers Education, Information and Guidance (CEIAG).
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.
Admissions network
Monday 7 December 2026, 12:00pm–1:00pmThis network gives member colleges the opportunity to discuss approaches to the assessment process and share good practice.
TechAbility Champions
Monday 14 December 2026, 1:00pm–2:00pmQuarterly meeting to share best practice and latest updates.