Keep Kids Safe - New toolkit for organisations

Children in Wales, in partnership with Public Health Wales, 

has developed a new child safety toolkit for 2017

 

Aimed at reducing unintentional injuries in the under 5's, this exciting new toolkit provides your organisation and practitioners with all of the resources needed to deliver a whole year of child safety information and advice to parents.

 

The toolkit includes attractive, printed calendars for your parents and a USB stick for your organisation. The USB resource is divided into months, with each month directly supporting the calendar messages parents will see on a daily basis.  For each month there is a team briefing, a step-by-step interactive group session plan, handouts, poster downloads, twitter feeds, text messages and face book uploads.

 Cost: From £245  

For more information, please visit: http://www.childreninwales.org.uk/our-work/accident-prevention/keep-kids-safe-2017/  

Mae Plant yng Nghymru, mewn partneriaeth â Iechyd Cyhoeddus Cymru, wedi datblygu pecyn offer diogelwch plant newydd ar gyfer 2017

 

Y nod yw lleihau anafiadau anfwriadol ymhlith plant o dan 5 oed, a bydd y pecyn offer newydd cyffrous hwn yn rhoi i'ch sefydliad a'ch ymarferwyr yr holl adnoddau angenrheidiol i gyflwyno blwyddyn gyfan o wybodaeth a chyngor diogelwch plant i rieni. 

 

Mae'r pecyn offer yn cynnwys calendrau printiedig deniadol i'ch rhieni a ffon USB ar gyfer eich sefydliad. Mae'r adnodd USB wedi'i rannu'n fisoedd, gyda phob mis yn ategu'n uniongyrchol y negeseuon misol bydd rhieni'n eu gweld ar y calendr bob dydd. Ar gyfer pob mis mae brîff tîm, cynllun cam wrth gam ar gyfer sesiynau grwp rhyngweithiol, taflenni dosbarthu, posteri i'w lawrlwytho, trydariadau, negeseuon testun a deunydd i'w lanlwytho i facebook.

Cost: O £245

I gael gwybod mwy, ewch i: http://www.plantyngnghymru.org.uk/ein-gwaith/atal-damweiniau/cadw-plant-yn-ddiogel-2017/  

Disability Powys - Development Manager Job Vacancy

18 hours a week (£25,350 pro rata), based in Llandrindod Wells

We have an exciting opportunity for a new Development Manager. This new
three-year post will support the Board develop, plan and implement a new
strategic vision. Initially helping to develop the current draft business plan
to give it focus and set achievable timescales. Then to manage the delivery of
the plan, working with staff, the board and volunteers. The post holder will
enable the organisation to take on and manage new projects and opportunities to
make a larger and lasting impact for disabled people here in Powys. The ideal
candidate should have experience of management, enthusiasm and commitment to
equality and it is desirable that they have a lived experience of disability

Please contact the officer for Job Description and application pack or more
information
Closing date – Jan 13, 12 noon Interviews - w/c 23 Jan
Email info@disabilitypowys.org.uk Phone 01597 824059

Save the Date!

SAVE THE DATE!!

Following on from feedback and comments at the recent PAVO  AGM that the network recognises it is important to come together to share information and engage with each other we would like to invite you to

“2017 – What is in store for the new year?”

Wednesday 21^st December, 10am – 1pm

PAVO, Unit 30 Ddole Road, Llandrindod Wells.

There will be a festive welcome, mince pies and presentations from both a national and local perspective, a chance to discuss what you hear and to take time to get to know each other better.

To Book please call: 01597 822 191 or email : Darren.smith@pavo.org.uk

We are mindful of the short notice for this event but do hope you will be able to join us. More information will be forthcoming shortly.

Statement on New Additional Learning Needs Fund.

The Minister for Lifelong Learning and Welsh Language has today issued a Written Ministerial Statement announcing a new Additional Learning Needs Innovation Fund.

 

The full statement is available on the Welsh Government’s website:

 

http://gov.wales/about/cabinet/cabinetstatements/2016-new/alnprogramme/

 

For more information on the Additional Learning Needs transformation programme please visit www.gov.wales/ALN

 

Children and Young Peoples Partnership - Update on Current Situation

The Children and Young Peoples Partnership - Update on Current Situation

As some of you will be aware, the implementation of the Social Services and Wellbeing Act led to the introduction of the new Powys Regional Partnership Board in April 2016; which combines the partnership responsibilities previously held by the Health & Social Care Integrated leadership Board and the Children and Young Peoples Partnership. This has led to a need for various changes in partnership arrangements and groups which is ongoing.

Also, this period has seen the creation of a new grouping, the Children's Services Transformation Board. This is a purely PCC body (albeit one to which some partners are invited) that has oversight of changes to internal service arrangements by PCC Children's Services.

Whilst the work initiated and supported by the Children and Young Peoples Partnership has continued during this time, the Partnership itself has not met for some months. This is because proposals for new arrangements are currently being developed by Partnership officers for the future role of the Partnership and/or its functions. PAVO anticipates that these proposals will be tabled for consideration at the next meeting of the Regional Partnership Board on 16 December 2016.

The Children and Young Peoples Partnership has over the years performed a valuable role in developing a multi-agency approaches and practices to address the needs of children and young people and PAVO considers that it is essential that any new or revised arrangements allow this approach to continue and to be strengthened.

Once the proposals for new partnership arrangements are shared with the Regional Partnership Board PAVO will be seeking your views and response to them.

In the meantime if you have any questions or comments please feel to contact us on 01597 822 191 or peter.lathbury@pavo.org.uk

White Ribbon Day -

Powys White Ribbon Day

10.00am to 12.00am, Friday 25th November                                   

Powys County Hall, Llandrindod Wells.

As a White Ribbon Authority, Powys County Council and partners are committed to preventing domestic abuse and all forms of violence against women.

November 25th is White Ribbon Day and the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. It is a chance for us all to show our support to survivors and to make the White Ribbon pledge never to commit, condone, or remain silent about men's violence against women.

We will be show-casing some of the dedicated work that goes on every single day in Powys to combat abuse. There will be a series of very brief presentations and a chance to network with organisations including Barnardos, Calan DVS, Creu Cymru, Dyfed-Powys Police, Hafan Cymru, Montgomeryshire Family Crisis Centre, PAVO, the Spectrum Project and White Ribbon Ambassadors. Chris Davies MP will also be giving his support. 

Here is the full programme:

Here is the latest news from Play Wales

The latest copy of Play Wales is now available . 

The articles include 

Make time for playing out in the community

Advocacy ideas to overcome barriers to play

Playing out and about – Maisie and her mother Katie

PAVO Training (January - March 2017)

Training Programme (January - March 2017)

For more information about these training courses go to: www.pavo.org.uk or contact PAVO Training at PAVO, Unit 30, Ddole Road Industrial Estate, Llandrindod Wells, LD1 6DF Tel: 01597 822191, Fax: 01597 822495, Email: training@pavo.org.uk


Preparing a Sustainable Fundraising Strategy
Thursday 12th January 2017 (full day)

Cost: £20 (PAVO members), £40 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £60 (All other/individuals)


Aims
This course will help organisations understand the importance and benefits of adopting a structured approach to fundraising in order to develop a sustainable income base.

Learning outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will:
• understand what a sustainable funding strategy is and why they need one
• learn how to explore and extend their fundraising options
• be able to construct a realistic and sustainable fundraising strategy

To book: Click here



Working together for Service Delivery
Friday 13th January 2017 (half day)

Cost: £10 (PAVO members), £20 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £30 (All other/individuals)


Aims
To provide participants with the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about whether and how to work with other third sector organisations to deliver services.

Learning outcomes
At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the benefits and obstacles of joint working

• Identify some of the key practical considerations for joint working

• Assess the merits of different consortium structures

To book: Click here


Developing Trading Opportunities

Thursday 16th February 2017 (half day)

Cost: £10 (PAVO members), £20 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £30 (All other/individuals)
Aims
This course will offer an insight into how to develop trading opportunities

Learning outcomes
By the end of this course participants will be able to:

• assess their potential for trading goods or services

• understand the processes involved in developing a trading idea

• develop a competitive advantage

• know where to go for further information, help and advice

To book: Click here



Staff Supervision and Appraisal

Wednesday 22nd February 2017 (full day)

Cost: £20 (PAVO members), £40 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £60 (All other/individuals)

Aims
To provide participants with the confidence to deliver effective supervisory relationships and staff appraisals


Learning outcomes
By the end of the course, participants should be able to:

• Understand the benefits of supervision and appraisal to staff and the organisation

• Recognise the difference between supervision and appraisal

• Develop and implement appropriate systems for supervision and appraisal

To book: Click here



Financial Management

Thursday 9th March 2017 (full day)

Cost: £20 (PAVO members), £40 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £60 (All other/individuals)

Learning Outcomes

· Understand the concept of financial management and controls

· Be able to implement simple management techniques and controls within their organisation

· Be able to produce appropriate reports for their governing body

· Feel confident in ensuring their organisation works to good practice standards

· Know where to go for further information and support.

To book: Click here





Demystifying Commissioning

Thursday 16th March 2017 (full day)

Cost: £20 (PAVO members), £40 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £60 (All other/individuals)

Aims

To provide participants with an understanding of the commissioning process and how they might be involved.


Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• understand the commissioning process for social care services

• assess the areas where third sector providers can be involved

• understand tendering, and how it fits within the commissioning cycle

To book: Click here

Youth Led Grant Scheme - apply today!

Deadline is 2nd December!

Youth Led Grant Scheme 2016 - 2017

Grants in the region of £600 are available for projects that provide volunteering opportunities for young people aged 14-25 to help their communities. Previous successful applications secured funds to:

• create a community garden
• hold a fund-raising event to raise money for a village hall
• open up a footpath for local people and making it accessible for  people with mobility disabilities
• run a peer-led first aid course
• train young volunteers.

The applications have to be written by young people.  A panel of young people from Powys will assess the applications.

Application Form

Notes for Applicants

Join us on facebook!

The Children Young People and Families Network now has a facebook page.

As a page you cannot befriend it but please “like” it! This page will offer information on what is happening in the children, young people and families’ arena both nationally and locally. It is a way for network members to share information on their services, events and work with families. If you are posting as a visitor please do so with consideration to all.

https://www.facebook.com/ChildrenYoung-People-and-Families-in-Powys-1674963756127806/

Free - Hate Crime Awareness Session

Monday 28th November, 1.30 - 3.30pm. Antur Gwy, Park Road, Builth Wells.

To book email: ptsa@powys.gov.uk

Awareness Session Programmes

Victim Support Cymru has been commissioned by the Welsh Government as the National Report and Support Centre for Hate Crime and Hate Incidents in Wales.

The National Service is set out in four categories:

1.      The National Third Party Reporting Centre for Hate Crimes and Incidents in Wales

2.      The Official Support provider for ALL Victims of Hate Crimes and Incidents in Wales

3.      To increase reporting of Hate Crimes and Hate Incidents in Wales

4.      To raise awareness of Hate Crimes and Hate Incidents in Wales

The data held by Victim Support Cymru feeds the Welsh Government Framework for Tackling Hate Crime, the All Wales Hate Crime Criminal Justice Board, the four Police Forces in Wales and the Local Authorities.

Training offered - Working Bilingually in the Third Sector

Hyfforddiant / Training Gweithio'n Ddwyieithog yn y Trydydd Sector  29 Tachwedd 2016 - Plas Dolerw, Y Drenewydd Nod yr hyfforddiant yma yw rhoi hyder a gwybodaeth i fudiadau ddatblygu'r defnydd o'r Gymraeg yn eu gweithleoedd ac yn eu gwasnaethau Ar gyfer pwy? Rheolwyr a gweithwyr llinell flaen sy'n dymuno datblygu dwyieithrwydd eu mudiad   Swyddogion sydd yn gyfrifol am bolisi iaith eu mudiad Unigolion sydd eisiau gwybod mwy am arwyddocâd gweithredu'n ddwyieithog Hyfforddwr: Siwan Tomos Mwy o wybodaeth  yma    Working Bilingually in the Third Sector 29 November 2016 - Plas Dolerw, Newtown  The aim of the session is to give organisations information and confidence to develop the use of Welsh in their workplaces and when delivering services Audience: The training is intended for Managers and frontline staff who want to develop bilingualism in their organisation Officers who are responsible for their organisation's language policy Individuals who want to know more about the significance of working bilingually Trainer: Siwan Tomos Further information here

Kelly Davies  Swyddog Gwasanaethau Iaith IAITH cyf.    01239 711668 kelly.davies@iaith.eu

News from Cymryd Rhan -The Childcare Business Support Team have moved!

Dear all

We are pleased to announce that the Childcare Business Support Team (CBS) have moved to work under our parent company, Cymryd Rhan.

Cymryd Rhan is a charity and we are looking to be able to use this charitable status to enhance the services that we can provide to childcare settings in Powys.  We have some exciting plans over the next 12 months, including looking at a applying for a Big Lottery Fund Grant to support the development and expansion of childcare provision.  If you have anything that you would like us to consider that could support yourselves then please just let us know.

We can now be contacted on 01597 828050 – extensions 1230 and 1231

Our new e-mail addresses are:-

Lynne – lynne.jones@cymryd-rhan.org

Nia – nia.wilson@cymryd-rhan.org

Jenna – jenna.hughes@cymryd-rhan.org

Donna – donna.dunn@cymryd-rhan.org

India – india.morgan@cymryd-rhan.org

Please can you use the new contact details from today onwards.

For all up to date information remember you can follow us on Facebook Childcare Business Support

Talk Communities

Talk Communities

Dear all

The Cabinet Secretary for Communities & Children, Carl Sargeant, recently announced that he is “minded” to phase out the Communities First programme and develop a fresh approach to building resilient communities in  Wales.

As part of this new approach, the Welsh Government is promoting ‘Talk Communities’, an online survey and twitter hashtag to hear the views of the public (including those with personal experience of Communities First) on the next steps they should take to succeed in their new priority areas: Employment, Early Years and Empowerment.

Please find attached an article that will appear in the next edition of Network Wales and the links to the Welsh Government webpage and online survey

http://gov.wales/topics/people-and-communities/communities/talk-communities/?skip=1&lang=en

 

Keep a look out for #TalkCommunities on social media to join in the online conversation.

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Trafod Cymunedau

Annwyl bawb

Cyhoeddodd Ysgrifennydd y Cabinet dros Gymunedau a Phlant, Carl Sargeant, yn ddiweddar ei fod “o blaid” dirwyn rhaglen Cymunedau yn Gyntaf i ben yn raddol a datblygu dull newydd o greu cymunedau cryf yng Nghymru.

Fel rhan o’r dull newydd hwn, mae Llywodraeth Cymru yn hyrwyddo ‘Trafod Cymunedau’, arolwg arlein a hashnod ar twitter i glywed barn y cyhoedd (gan gynnwys y rheini â phrofiad personol o raglen Cymunedau yn Gyntaf) ar y camau nesaf y dylai eu cymryd i lwyddo yn ei meysydd blaenoriaeth newydd: Cyflogaeth, y Blynyddoedd Cynnar a Grymuso.

Atodaf erthygl a fydd yn y rhifyn nesaf o Rhwydwaith Cymru a dolenni at dudalen we ac arolwg arlein Llywodraeth Cymru

http://gov.wales/topics/people-and-communities/communities/talk-communities/?skip=1&lang=cy

Cadwch lygad ar #TrafodCymunedau ar y cyfryngau cymdeithasol i ymuno yn y sgwrs arlein.

Fiona

Fiona Ruth Harris
TSPC Support Officer/ Swyddog Cymorth Cyngor Partneriaeth y Trydydd Sector

WCVA
Phone 07545 514336

Are you a Third Sector Organisation employing Youth and Community Workers? 

The Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC) for youth and community workers endorses a range of qualifications in youth and community work. They would value your views on the framework by completing the questionnaire below.

Please reply to david.algie@local.gov.uk
N.B. Individual responses will not be identified in any summary that is produced.


CWVYS - the Council for Wales Voluntary Youth Services is a independent representative body for the voluntary youth sector in wales. To join contact catrin@cwvys.org.uk

( JNC apologise that this is not available in welsh as it will be collated in London)