Children, Young People and Families Network

Improvement and Assurance Board Bulletin 5

Additional Learning Needs transformation programme.

Please see below a link to the publication of the Cabinet Secretary for Education Kirsty Williams’ 17 July update to the Children, Young People and Education Committee (CYPE) on the progress of the Additional Learning Needs (ALN) transformation programme:

 

Update - 17 July 2018

 

Previous correspondence to the CYPE is also available to be viewed below:

Additional Learning Needs (ALN) transformation programme updates to CYPE

Gweler isod ddolen i ddiweddariad gan Ysgrifennydd y Cabinet dros Addysg Kirsty Williams  a gyhoeddwyd ar 17 Gorffennaf i’r Pwyllgor Plant, Pobl Ifanc ac Addysg (PPIA) ar gynnydd y rhaglen drawsnewid  Anghenion Dysgu Ychwanegol (ADY):   Diweddariad - 17 Gorffennaf 2018   Ewch i’r ddolen isod i weld gohebiaeth flaenorol i'r CYPE:   Diweddariadau ’r Rhaglen Drawsnewid Anghenion Dysgu Ychwanegol (ADY) i CYPE

The Right Way - a Future Fit for Children

News from the Chidlren's Commissioner's office. As you are aware we’ve been working on resources jointly with the Future Generations Commissioner,  that set out the principles of a children’s rights approach in the context of the Well-being of Future Generations Act.  The joint resources are now available on our website at the following addresses. https://www.childcomwales.org.uk/publications/future-fit-children/ Welsh: https://www.complantcymru.org.uk/cyhoeddiadau/y-ffordd-gywir-dyfodol-addas-i-blant-yng-nghymru/ It’s made up of three connected parts: •             A self-assessment toolkit that will allow you to measure to what extent your services give  children and young people access to their rights, and how to plan improvements *you need to create an account to access the toolkit but it is free and there is no limit on who can sign up from  each organisation •             A portal with prompts and case studies to guide you in the right direction •             A report with practical tools and examples to help public bodies consider children’s rights across  each of the Well-being goals and the Five Ways of Working under the Well-Being of Future Generations Act. The information, but is of benefit and use to anyone who wants to work to a children's rights approach and  within the context of the Future Generations act.  This resource is publically available now and free to all.

We have places available on the Bereavement & Loss Social Care training as follows:

Dates	Venues	Times
24th October 2018	Radnor YFC Office Llandrindod Wells	9.30am - 4.30pm
23rd January 2019	Neuadd Brycheiniog Brecon	9.30am - 4.30pm

Please book your places  email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827333

Aim

This workshop aims to provide the participants with an opportunity to explore both theoretical and practical issues involved in working with individuals approaching the end of their lives and in supporting their families.

Key Learning Outcomes

·         Understand personal feelings about death and dying and how such feelings may influence the delivery of care

·         Recognise approaches to communicating with clients and relatives as death is approaching

·         Awareness of the concept of a ‘good death’ and how their care may contribute to this

·         An overview of current theoretical concepts of grief

·         Demonstrate new skills in caring for those approaching death, showing how their practice can facilitate a ‘good death’ and be able to understand how relatives may respond when grieving

 To Book : Training Unit, Powys County Council 01597 827 333

World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day - Young People and Mental Health in a Changing World.

Wednesday 10th October

The World Health Orgasnisation says:

"Adolescence and the early years of adulthood are a time of life when many changes occur, for example changing schools, leaving home, and starting university or a new job. For many, these are exciting times. They can also be times of stress and apprehension however. In some cases, if not recognized and managed, these feelings can lead to mental illness. The expanding use of online technologies, while undoubtedly bringing many benefits, can also bring additional pressures, as connectivity to virtual networks at any time of the day and night grows. Many adolescents are also living in areas affected by humanitarian emergencies such as conflicts, natural disasters and epidemics. Young people living in situations such as these are particularly vulnerable to mental distress and illness."

There will be drop in cafes to chat at Brecon Beacons College and Newtown College , 9am - 1pm. It is good to talk so come and chat to the colleges' student support officers, health and local  support organsations will also be there.

 Post an emoji of how you are feeling and join in the conversation #OKTOSAY

See the Mid Powys Mind and Brecon MInd websites for other events.

Youth Worker needed!

Presteigne Youth Project needs Youth Work Leader.

Presteigne Youth Project, an entirely independent volunteer run Youth Club, has been operating since 2011. It opens once a week on Monday evening from 6pm to 8pm during term time. The members are mostly in their last year at Primary School, and first year in Secondary School.

A core concept of PYP has always been that there should be a professionally trained youth worker present at sessions to support our volunteer youth workers. Initially these professional youth workers were provided by Powys County Council, but in 2016 this support was withdrawn. Since then PYP has employed an ex PCC youth worker. Unfortunately due to pressure of other work this person has had to leave.

The applicant would have to have certified training as a youth worker, be experienced in working with young people, and be capable of managing of a small team of volunteers (3-4 individuals). The applicant could be a volunteer if they wished, or could be paid a wage for 4 hours work a week. 2 hrs at the actual youth club session on a Monday from 6 until 8pm, during term time, the remainder off site preparing and planning club activities.

Applicants interested should contact James Tennant-Eyles by email at jtennanteyles@gmail.com to arrange to meet for a discussion.

Presteigne Youth Project Youth Work Leader.

Presteigne Youth Project, an entirely independent volunteer run Youth Club, has been operating since 2011. It opens once a week on Monday evening from 6pm to 8pm during term time. The members are mostly in their last year at Primary School, and first year in Secondary School.

A core concept of PYP has always been that there should be a professionally trained youth worker present at sessions to support our volunteer youth workers.

The applicant would have to have certified training as a youth worker, be experienced in working with young people, and be capable of managing of a small team of volunteers (3-4 individuals). The applicant could be a volunteer if they wished, or could be paid a wage for 4 hours work a week. 2 hrs at the actual youth club session on a Monday from 6 until 8pm, during term time, the remainder off site preparing and planning club activities.

Applicants interested should contact James Tennant-Eyles by email at jtennanteyles@gmail.com to arrange to meet for a discussion.

Children , Young People and Families Networks

We are very sorry but due to circumstanes beyond our control we have had to cancel the meeting that was to be held on 8th October in Brecon. The Newtown network will go ahead.


"Signs of Safety" - what do you know about this ? It will be the new model of safeguarding for Powys . How will this affect your work?

Come and meet the Lead for Children's Safeguarding at Powys County Council and hear about this change, and how the third sector can work with it. We shall also hear from the Independent Inquiry on Child Sexual Abuse, their work and campaign.

Monday 15th October, 1.30pm for 2pm start. - 4pm. The Integrated Family Centre, Newtown.
(The Old Dafydd Llwyd School)

There will be time to network and to give your "elevator pitch" about your  work and services to the group. Bring any posters, cards or information you want shared.

To book: ruth.middleton@pavo.org.uk

Children and Families Network meetings

What do you know about " Signs of Safety" The new model of safeguarding for Powys ?
Come and hear about it and discuss it with colleagues from all sectors.

Share this with your colleagues and teams, all those working with children, young poeple and families are welcome

WCVA - Funding

Is your organisation looking for funding? Here are the recent funds from WCVA News.

Enabling natural resources and wellbeing.
https://www.wcva.org.uk/about-us/news/2018/09/enabling-natural-resources-and-well-being-in-wales-2019-2023-%E2%80%93-call-for-grant-proposals?src=newsletter

UK Community Foundations Tampon Tax community Fund
https://www.wcva.org.uk/funding/funding-latest/2018/09/tampon-tax-community-fund?src=newsletter

The Triangle Trust - Ex Offenders.
https://www.wcva.org.uk/funding/funding-latest/2018/09/triangle-trust-open-for-applications-(1)?src=newsletter

Mind and Agenda launch Women's Mental Health Peer Support Programme
https://www.wcva.org.uk/funding/funding-latest/2018/09/mind-and-agenda-launch-women-mental-health-peer-support-programme?src=newsletter

The Healthy and Active Fund
https://www.wcva.org.uk/funding/funding-latest/2018/09/healthy-and-active-fund?src=newsletter

New Guidance from DBS

Brand new guidance from the DBS with a more third sector focus.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-guidance-leaflets?utm_source=69a344a0-bc45-4255-b6e6-ea2d756e9082&utm_medium=email&utm_campaig

Bulletin from Improvement and Asssurace Board

Drop in and chat to the Big Lottery funder.

GREAT NEWS!  Guy Jones from BIG Lottery is going to be in Ystradgynlais on Friday 21st September, 

10am - 1pm for a Drop-in session to discuss how the various lottery funds could benefit your organisation. 

The Big Lottery Fund is responsible for distributing 40 per cent of all funds raised for good causes (about 11 pence of every pound spent on a Lottery ticket) by the National Lottery. Guy Jones is a local contact for Powys and can provide guidance on all its funding programmes. These include Awards for All which provides grant funding up to £10,000, and the People and Places programme which provides grant funding up to £500,000.

If you'd like to find out more, call in to see Guy in The Welfare, Brecon Road, Ystradgynlais SA9 1JJ between 10am and 1pm.

Training available

We have places available on the Autism & Aspergers Awareness training as follows:

Dates	Venues	Times
28th September 2018	Com Room 2, Neuadd Brycheiniog	1.30pm - 4.30pm
13th March 2019	NPTC Newtown	9.30am - 12.30pm

Please book your places email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk - or call 01597 827 333

Aim of the course

To raise awareness of Autism and Aspergers Syndrome by focussing on the variety of issues that an individual on the Autistic Spectrum may face as well as looking at effective ways to support them in different settings.

Key Learning Outcomes

·         Understand the main characteristics of the Autistic Spectrum

·         Understand how Aspergers fits into the Autistic Spectrum and the particular issues people with Aspergers may face

·         Knowledge of the Triad of Impairments

·         Understand how sensory issues can impact on individuals with an autistic spectrum condition

·         Know how to develop sensory profiles for individuals

·         Be aware of strategies to support an individual on the Autistic Spectrum

News from Tros Gynnal Plant Cymru

Rydym yn falch o gyhoeddi bod Tros Gynnal Plant wedi adnewyddu ei frand ac o 1 Awst, 2018 enw gweithredol ein sefydliad yw TGP Cymru.  

Yn ogystal â’n henw a’n logo newydd, mae gennym ni wefan newydd sy’n cael ei chreu ar hyn o bryd a bydd yn hyrwyddo ein brand newydd a’r amrywiaeth eang o wasanaethau yr ydym yn parhau i gynnig i blant, pobl ifanc a theuluoedd ledled Cymru.

I gael y newyddion diweddaraf am TGP Cymru gallwch ein dilyn ni ar:

Twitter:  @TGPCymru

Facebook: TGP Cymru

Ac ar ein gwefan newydd: www.tgpcymru.org.uk

We are pleased to announce that Tros Gynnal Plant has undergone a brand refresh and from 1 August 2018 the working name of our organisation is TGP Cymru.  

As well as our new name and logo, we have a new website currently under construction which promotes our new brand and the wide range of services we continue to offer to children, young people and families throughout Wales.

To keep up to date with all the news about TGP Cymru you can follow us on:

Twitter:  @TGPCymru

Facebook: TGP Cymru

And at our new website: www.tgpcymru.org.uk

Youth Parliament Nominations are Open!

Mae’r enwebiadau bellach ar agor!

Helo bawb!

Rydym yn gynhyrfus iawn o roi gwybod ichi bod y ceisiadau i fod yn Aelod o Senedd Ieuenctid Cymru ar agor. Os gwyddoch am unrhyw berson ifanc rhwng 11 a 18 oed sy’n byw yng Nghymru neu’n cael ei addysg yma ac sydd â diddordeb mewn sefyll yn yr etholiad, gall gael rhagor o wybodaeth a llenwi’r ffurflen enwebu ar wefan Senedd Ieuenctid Cymru  https://www.seneddieuenctid.cymru/.

Hefyd, i unrhyw un nad yw wedi cofrestru i bleidleisio eto, gallwch wneud hynny hyd at 18 Tachwedd https://www.mi-nomination.com/wypregister/form/landingpagewelsh.     

Os oes gennych unrhyw gwestiynau neu os hoffech inni ddod allan i siarad yn eich ysgol neu grŵp, cysylltwch â ni ar hello@youthparliament.wales.

Diolch!

We are very excited to let you know that applications to become a Welsh Youth Parliament Member are open. If you know of any young person aged between 11-18 who live or receive their education in Wales and who is interested in standing, they can get more information and fill in the nomination form on the Welsh Youth Parliament website https://www.youthparliament.wales/stand.

Voter registration is also still open until 18 November for anyone who hasn’t registered to vote yet https://www.mi-nomination.com/wypregister/form/landingpageenglish.

If you have any questions or would like us to come out and speak to your school or group, please contact us at hello@youthparliament.wales.

Powys Conference – The importance of Play and ‘Making the best use of the space that we’ve got’

19 September 2018

9.30-1.00

The Pavilion, Llandrindod Wells

Special Keynote speaker—Tim Gill, Rethinking Childhood

Dear colleague,

I am pleased to invite you to a multi-agency seminar which provides a unique opportunity for council officers, health colleagues, third sector organisations and a range of other partners to think beyond their immediate services with regards to children’s play and to ‘make the best use of the space that we’ve got’ -  maximising existing resources through collaborative thinking, planning and working.

We are very pleased that the well-respected researcher and author, Tim Gill, will be joining us to discuss play in Powys.  You should have already received a diary marker for this event.

All children have the right to play as enshrined in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. This is recognised both by the UK Government, and by the Welsh Government.  Section 11 of the Children and Families (Wales) Measure 2010 places a statutory duty on all local authorities to assess and secure sufficient play opportunities for children. 

This is a task that involves working together to consider the many aspects of community life that affect play opportunities. These include use of the environment; traffic and transport; play and leisure provision, and parental and community involvement with play.

Wales – A Play Friendly Country, statutory guidance to local authorities, sets out a wide range of Matters across several policy areas that need to be taken into account:

o   Matter A: Population

o   Matter B: Providing for diverse needs

o   Matter C: Space available for children to play

o   Matter D: Supervised provision

o   Matter E: Charges for play provision

o   Matter F: Access to space/provision [this includes travel access, as well as information and publicity]

o   Matter G: Securing & Developing the Play Workforce

o   Matter H: Community engagement and participation

o   Matter I: Play within all relevant policy and implementation agendas

[Education/schools, Town and Country Planning, Traffic and transport, Health and Wellbeing, Child Poverty, Early years/Childcare and Family policy and initiatives, Community Development, Inter-generational policy and initiatives,

Community Safety, Health and Safety]

Play Sufficiency Assessments were submitted to Welsh Government in March 2013 and March 2016.  The next is due at the end of March 2019.   Annual action plans and progress reports are also submitted to Welsh Government as part of the duties. 

This seminar provides colleagues with an update on progress regarding Powys County Council’s compliance with Play Sufficiency Duties.  It will discuss plans for the gathering of information and submission of the 2019 Play Sufficiency Assessment and provide colleagues with the opportunity to discuss actions they are taking and opportunities in their policy areas to progress play sufficiency.

To book on please send an email to play.in.powys@powys.gov.uk advising of any special needs or dietary requirements.

I hope you are able to join us and help shape the future of Play in Powys.

Cllr Rachel Powell,

Cabinet Member and Portfolio Holder for Young People & Culture

This event is free of charge, however, we would appreciate it if you could be mindful of the use of public monies and should you be unable to attend for any reason, advise us as early as possible. Nonattendance, may result in an administrative fee.

Universal Credit Level 1 - E-Learning course is now available

This course will provide an overview of Universal Credit, who it will affect and where those people can get assistance and advice.

Please access this course via the e-learning portal - https://learning.wales.nhs.uk.  This e-learning course can be found on the Powys page and is called “Universal Credit Level 1”.

Universal Credit is rolling out in Powys from 10/10/2018. And replaces 6 main benefits

·       Child Tax Credit

·       Housing Benefit

·       Income Support

·       Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)

·       Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)

·       Working Tax Credit

New Funding Youth and Homelessness

Access - The Foundation for Social Investment has launched a £40m Enterprise Development Programme to fund charities which want to increase their earned income.

And it has announced that the first £1.85m in grants will be available from 24 September for the youth and homelessness sector, as part of a pilot programme.

Feasibility grants of £5,000 to £10,000 will be available to organisations just starting to develop their enterprise function.

Larger development grants of around £50,000 will be available for organisations scaling up an existing enterprise function and exploring how they might use social investment.

The fund will be managed by Social Investment Business and Homeless Link, The Centre for Youth Impact and UK Youth will work as sector partners on the grant programme, as well as a research project that will run alongside it.

The pilot grant and research programmes will help to inform Access’s the broader £40m five-year scheme, which aims to focus on the wider charity and social enterprise sectors.

Seb Elsworth, chief executive of Access, said: “We have chosen to start this work in the homelessness and youth sectors because we have seen that they have significant untapped potential for enterprise development and therefore a latent requirement for social investment.

“We will build on what we learn from these pilots, as well as our other programmes, such as the Reach Fund, to shape the broader design of this £40m programme for the wider sector.”

Deborah Smart, head of grant programmes at Social Investment Business, said: “Times are changing and as supporters of charities and social enterprises, we must help organisations adapt and take advantage of new opportunities that would otherwise be unavailable to them.

“We’re proud to be managing the grant-side of the programme and look forward to boosting organisations with the capital and confidence they need to become more enterprising.”

 For information about how to apply for the programme follow the link below. 

https://www.sibgroup.org.uk/enterprise-development-programme