TRAINING - HARMFUL TRADITIONAL PRACTICES | HYFFORDDIANT - ARFERION TRADDODIADOL NIWEIDIOL

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PAVO Training courses: March - June 2016

P3 Level 3 Award training available in Bridgend Area

NEWS FROM PLAY WALES:

Spaces available - P3 level 3 Award

In partnership with Play Wales and YMCA Wales Community College, Bridgend Childcare Team is offering the opportunity for you to gain the

Playwork: Principles into Practice (P³) Level 3: Award in Playwork.

The P³ level 3 qualification aims to provide learners with a deeper understanding of the significance of play in children’s lives and the role of the playworker in relation to the Playwork Principles. It provides the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to effectively support children’s play and their own organisational practice.

Location: Pencoed CF35 6SS

The course will be run on the following dates:

• Induction - Tuesday 10 November (6:00 - 9:00pm) 
• Session 1 - Tuesday 24 November (6:00 - 9:00pm)
• Session 2 - Tuesday 1 December (6:00 - 9:00pm)
• Session 3 - Saturday 5 December (9:30am - 4:30pm)
• Session 4 - Tuesday 8 December (6:00 - 9:00pm) 
• Session 5 - Saturday 9 January 2016 (9.30am - 4.30pm)
• Session 6 - Tuesday 12 January (6:00 - 9:00pm) 
• Session 7 - Tuesday 19 January (6:00 - 9:00pm) 
• Session 8 - Tuesday 26 January (6:00 - 9:00pm) 
• Session 9 - Saturday 30 January (9.30 - 4:30pm) 
• Session 10 - Tuesday 2 February (6:00 - 9:00pm) 
• Session 11 - Tuesday 9 February (6:00 - 9:00pm) 

If you have any queries about the course please contact Gillian Wilde: 029 2075 5444 or email

More information 

Download application form

FREE Playwork Training AVAILABLE - Level 2 Award

Dyfodol Powys Future, in partnership with YMCA Community College, is running a Level 2 Award course in Playwork.

This will be starting on Saturday 24th October in Llandrindod Wells.  There will be 6 sessions including the induction, although, not on consecutive Saturdays.  Participants will need to complete 35 hours of Playwork Practice and submit coursework to complete the Award.

There are FREE places!

If you are interested you will need to complete an application form ASAP. 

email: playworktraining@dpfutures.org.uk and we will send you one.

Welsh Government's Quality Mark Assessor Role: Deadline 5th October

Please note the new date for expressions of interest for the Quality Mark assessor role

http://gov.wales/topics/educationandskills/skillsandtraining/youth-work/quality-mark/role-of-the-assessor/?lang=en&asdf  

http://gov.wales/topics/educationandskills/skillsandtraining/youth-work/quality-mark/role-of-the-assessor/?skip=1&lang=cy

The assessor role provides a great opportunity for professional development and enhancing your knowledge and experience of youth work across Wales. Those wishing to express an interest in becoming an Assessor for The Quality Mark for Youth Work in Wales should:

·        Read the 'role of the assessor' document

·        Send a CV and personal statement in Welsh or English (of no more than 500 words) outlining their suitability for the role to YouthWork@Wales.GSI.Gov.UK 

·        Be available to attend a training event in Cardiff on 22 October 2015 and then complete a short practical exercise.

The closing date : 5pm 12^th October 2015.

Kind regards

Miss Sam Evans
Uwch Rheolwr Strategaeth Gwaith Ieuenctid/ Senior Youth Work Strategy Manager

Gangen Strategaeth Gwaith Ieuenctid / Youth Work Strategy Team  Cangen Cymorth a Chanllawiau Ieuenctid / Youth Support and Guidance Branch  Is-adran Polisi Sgiliau & Ymgysylltu Ieuenctid / Skills Policy and Youth Engagement (SPYE)
Yr Adran Addysg a Sgiliau (AdAS) / Department of Education and Skills (DfES Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government www.cymru.gov.uk/ymestynhawliau /www.wales.gov.uk/extendingentitlement

Food & Nutrition Free Courses Available for Families

Do you work with older people and their families?

Interested in food and nutrition?

        Good Nutrition for Older People- Preventing Malnutrition 

 half day course

                                is the course for you…

 Monday 21st September 2015

12.30pm—3.30pm

Llandrindod Wells Hospital

 Wednesday 30th September 2015

12.30—3.30pm

Bronllys Hospital

Or for a more indepth course why not try..

           Community Food and Nutrition Skills Course

Agored Cymru Level 2. 

Tuesday 17th November & Tuesday 24th November

Newtown Hospital

See attached flyers for further information. Please circulate this email and  flyers to all your staff and volunteers. Further courses in the north of Powys  will be available later in the year.

To book a place on this course please complete the booking form and return to the training department at Bronllys Hospital. 

For further information or to register interest for courses in North  please contact: 

Heide Smith, Dietetic Support

Heide.smith@wales.nhs.uk/  01874 71 2734

EQUALITY AND INCLUSION TRAINING / HYFFORDDIANT CYDRADDOLDEB A CHYNHWYSIAD

Equality and Inclusion of Disabled Children 21 October 2015, Rhyl - Online Booking Form 25 November 2015, Cardiff - Online Booking Form A one-day course This course is aimed at managers and practitioners working with children in a wide variety of settings, including day nurseries, play schemes and afterschool clubs. It will allow participants to explore and understand the legislative and policy framework that supports the inclusion of disabled children. This interactive training day will help people to reflect on their current provision and to consider practical steps that can ensure their setting is inclusive and accessible to all children who wish to attend.  Rights based approaches to inclusion of disabled children under the UNCRC Disability as an equalities issue via The Equality Act 2010 Exploring the implications of Social Model of disability vs Medical Model of disability Understanding the power of language and terminology in relation to disabled children Discussing and debunking the myths of including disabled children into mainstream activities Working in partnership with parents Overcoming barriers  - understanding and promoting reasonable adjustments Looking at features of inclusive settings  Sharing of suggestions for inclusive games and activities Considering how learning can be applied in daily practice For more information please click 'Read More'

Welsh Government Consultation Open

Draft statutory guidance on the National Training Framework on violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence

The Violence against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence (Wales) Act 2015 ('the Act') ensures a focus across the public sector on the prevention of these issues, the protection of victims and the support for those affected by such issues.

Consultation period: 31/07/15 - 23/10/15

CYPP - making use of Evidence Based Programmes - Feedback Required

Your comments on the following proposals and how to make further suggestions are welcomed.  If you wish to make comments on these proposals coming from the Children & Young People's Partnership.

Please leave your comments either via this blog or contact Yvonne Owen-Newns at PAVO.

You can use your links via PAVO to received support in putting forward suggestions of evidenced based programmes and taking this forward through to the CYPP thematic groups.

Background

A Key strength of the Early Intervention and Prevention strategy in Powys has been the disciplined and focused approach to identifying and implementing evidence based interventions.  Proposals to introduce new, multi-agency approaches/programmes in Powys have historically been brought to the CYPP for consideration and decision.  Over time this has led to the development of a strategic interventions framework that consists of a range of complimentary, well supported and (wherever possible) evidence based interventions for supporting children, young people and their families.

Inclusive Training via SNAP Cymru

SNAP Cymru and Groundworks have been funded by Welsh Government to deliver play training to encourage inclusive practice towards children with disabilities.

We have two dates: 5th May and 6th May and looking to put on a day in the North and South of the county.

Could you circulate to your staff and volunteers and encourage take up of this FREE opportunity. 

Booking information and details of the venues will be available shortly.

To View the Training Programme please click 'Read More'

Welsh Government Conference: Youth Engagement Progression Framework

This conference will provide delegates with an opportunity to influence decision making and be involved in shaping the future delivery of the Framework.     Delegates will: explore the next steps to reduce the NEET population, removing barriers to education and raising young people's aspirations; consider is there a  better way of mapping provision to reduce the  risk of disengagement and provide tailored support for young people; discuss how the  partnership is working  and reviewing belter ways of potentially  increasing  efficiency, cost-effectiveness and standards; share best practice in local work to re-engage NEETs. Please Note the Date in your Diary! Date: Thursday 5 March 2015 Venue: The Metropole Hotel, Temple Street, Llandrindod Wells Registration: 10:00 am Your contribution is important and we would encourage you get involved in creating the future of youth engagement and progression. For more information or to book a place, click HERE. Bydd y gynhadledd hon yn rhoi cyfle i gynrychiolwyr ddylanwadu ar benderfyniadau a chyfrannu at y gwaith o lywio'r Fframwaith yn y dyfodol.     Bydd y cynrychiolwyr yn: pwyso a mesur y camau nesaf o safbwynt lleihau nifer y bobl ifanc nad ydynt mewn addysg, cyflogaeth na hyfforddiant, gan chwalu rhwystrau i addysg a chodi dyheadau pobl ifanc; ystyried a oes ffordd well o fapio'r ddarpariaeth er mwyn lleihau risg ymddieithrio a darparu cefnogaeth wedi'i theilwra i bobl ifanc; trafod sut y mae'r bartneriaeth yn gweithio ac adolygu gwell dulliau o sicrhau gwell effeithlonrwydd, safonau a chost-effeithiolrwydd; rhannu arferion gorau o safbwynt gwaith yn lleol er mwyn ceisio ailennyn diddordeb pobl ifanc nad ydynt mewn addysg, cyflogaeth na hyfforddiant. Nodwch y Dyddiad yn eich Dyddiadur! Dyddiad: Dydd Iau 5 Mawrth 2015 Lleoliad: Gwesty'r Metropole, Stryd y Deml, Llandrindod Cofrestru: 10:00 am Mae eich cyfraniad yn bwysig a hoffem eich annog i gyfrannu at greu dyfodol lle y caiff pobl ifanc eu datblygu a lle yr ymgysylltir â hwy. Am fwy o wybodaeth neu i archebu lle, cliciwch YMA.

Training: An Introduction to Tendering

An Introduction to Tendering

Wednesday 18^th February 2015- full day 

Venue: Oriel Davies Gallery, the Park, Newtown, Powys SY16 2NZ

The course will:

• Improve understanding of the differences between grants and contracts
• Increase knowledge in the area of tendering
• Provide guidance about the tendering process
• Explore the potential of joint working when considering public service delivery. 

To book: click here

The course start and end times are 10am - 4pm, lunch isn't provided for the training.

Parents Protect!

Stop it Now! Wales is a child sexual abuse prevention programme funded by the Welsh Government and the Lucy Faithfull Foundation. They work to protect children and young people from sexual abuse by working with parents and carers and multi-agency professionals as well as members of the public through awareness raising and education. They also offer a confidential helpline to any adult with a concern about child sexual abuse on 0808 1000 900.

Their services and resources are relevant to parents, carers, professionals, childcare workers, volunteers, school staff; in fact anyone who has contact with children or families in their personal or professional life.

They offer a range of services and resources which include a wide variety of Sessions and Courses, some of which are free of charge. See free sessions below. Sessions and courses with a suggested donation are detailed overleaf.

If any organisations are interested in accessing the FREE training then please let us at PAVO know and if there are enough numbers we can arrange a session.

If any of you are interested in the paid courses and willing to share the cost then please let us know, as well.

Please let us know HERE

Stop It Now Sessions Information / ENG

Stop It Now Sessions Information / WELSH

FREE PLACES OFFERED - Induction Social Care, Working with Autism and Aspergers Awareness and Mental Health Awareness

Last chance to book on Induction Social Care 2 day training as follows:

2^nd & 3^rd February in Neuadd Brycheiniog, Cambrian Way, Brecon LD3 7HR, 9.30am – 4.30pm

Please book your places via Trent Self Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827507

Aim:

To ensure that social care workers recognize they are engaged in a sector that is covered by a professional Code of Practice and they understand their responsibilities. This training links to the Care Council for Wales and refers to all 7 of the Social Care Induction Framework Learning Outcomes, which supports a common understanding to induction in social care in Wales.

Key Learning Outcomes:

■ Understand the principles and values of care to ensure individuals are treated with dignity & respect

■ Understand your role and responsibilities as outlined in the Code of Practice

■ The principles of health and safety in the workplace

■ Understand the principles of safeguarding and protection

■ Recognise and understand the importance of all forms of communication and how to promote good communication

■ Understand the importance of continuing professional development (CPD)

Last chance to book on the Working with Autism & Aspergers Awareness training as follows:

11^th February 2015, Cartrefi Cymru Office, Brecon  9.30am – 4.30pm

Please book via Trent Self Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827507

Aim:

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

We have places available on the Mental Health Awareness training as follows:

18^th February 2015, NPTC Group, Coleg Powys Newtown 9.30am – 12.30pm

25^th February 2015, The Gwalia, Llandrindod Wells 9.30am – 12.30pm

11^th March 2015, Neuadd Brycheiniog, Cambrian Way, Brecon LD3 7HR  9.30am – 12.30pm

Please book your places via Trent Self Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827507

Aim:

This is an awareness raising programme for staff that may come in contact with people who have mental health problems.

N.B. Slide to be included in presentation around raising awareness of carers and young carers

Key Learning Outcomes:

■ Understand the main models of mental health

■ An understanding of key issues connected to race, culture and mental health

■ Knowledge of the causes and symptoms of a range of mental health problems; and treatment and support options that relate to these

■ Awareness of common prejudices and assumptions associated with mental health

■ Treatment and support options

Regards

Training Unit

Powys County Council

01597 827507

A "How To" session on Business & Strategic Planning. Spaces available Thursday 20th November, Llandrindod Wells

Please come along to the next "How To" session on Business & Strategic Planning.

The day will look at:

• the difference between business & strategic planning
• the purpose of business & strategic planning and why it's essential
• the benefits of the planning process for your organisation: it's staff/volunteers, beneficiaries, funders.
• take away a plan of action for your plan to make sure it's implemented

We will use of a mix of practical exercises, share experiences, make use of short videos and presentations.

The day will take place in PAVO's Llandrindod Wells offices.  To book a place please contact the help desk or email info@pavo.org.uk

Powys Integrated Training Brocure - Sept 2014 - Mar 2015

The next  Integrated Training Brochure is now available.

The training provides staff, practitioners, carers, foster carers and adoptive parents the opportunity to access training.

All courses are designed for those who work with children, young people and adults in a range of settings in health, social care, education, early years, play and childcare whether in the public, private or voluntary sector.

The courses are arranged in tiers to provide a clear progression, networking framework and ensure quality.

Tier 1 Courses - an introduction or awareness raising level

Tier 2 Courses - designed to enhance your role

Tier 3 Courses - specialist within a specific field.

Click below to access a copy of the latest version:

Powys Integrated Training Brochure