Courses
7 Pillars Help & Protection / Care & Care Leavers
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This workshop will examine the key stages of the Help & Protection and Care & Care Leavers practice processes in safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children & young people. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on the 7 pillars of effective practice through break out sessions & discussion.
The 7 pillars constitute important stages in getting practice right for the children & families we work with, promoting an informed & child centred focus to our work & a relational & restorative approach.
The aim is to provide participants with the knowledge to continually improve how we work with children and families through understanding key stages of the process in which we undertake our practice.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY - Team Managers & APs
Dates, Times & Venues
- Help & Protection (Cohort 1) - Monday 13 September 2021 from 9.30-12.30pm via MS Teams
- Help & Protection (Cohort 2) - Tuesday 14 September 2021 from 9.30-12.30pm via MS Teams
- Care & Care Leavers - Tuesday 21 September 2021 from 9.30-12.30pm via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
20
Facilitator/s
Dave Basker, Leeds
A Positive Approach to Helping Children & Young People Grieve
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This is a 6 month programme for those who wish to develop their skills, knowledge & confidence in supporting children & young people affected by loss & grief. This workshop offers an introduction to supporting children, young people and families around loss and grief. Topics include:
- children’s concepts of loss & death including common expressions of grief
- how different personal, social & cultural factors may impact a loss
- talking about loss, death & bereavement with children & young people
- creative ways of engaging with loss, feelings & memories
- developing your role as a “Bereavement Champion” within your organisation
- taking care of yourself
Each delegate will receive a resource pack containing a copy of the training materials plus a specialist resource.
Post-Training Support
Delegates will be invited to attend three group supervision sessions, where they can receive ongoing support around their practice. By the end of the programme delegates will be expected to evidence how they have developed their role as a 'Bereavement Champion' & the impact this has had within their school community or team.
Target Audience
Primarily schools with a small number of places available for Early Help
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 21 September 2021 from 9.00-3.30pm in the Wolfson Suite, St Teresa's Hospice, Woodland Road, Darlington
- Wednesday 13 October 2021 from 9.00-3.30pm in the Wolfson Suite, St Teresa's Hospice, Woodland Road, Darlington
- Thursday 11 November 2021 from 9.00-3.30pm in the Wolfson Suite, St Teresa's Hospice, Woodland Road, Darlington
- Tuesday 7 December 2021 from 9.00-3.30pm in the Wolfson Suite, St Teresa's Hospice, Woodland Road, Darlington
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
20
Facilitator/s
St Teresa's Hospice
All About Me Direct Work with Professor Richard Rose
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
Test out the All About Me Direct Work Toolkit & find out what it's like for the children & young people who take part in this work.
This session will be workshop based with plenty of opportunities to ask questions & build your confidence using the All About Me Tools.
Target Audience
Targeted - those eligible to attend will receive a separate email.
Dates, Times & Venues
- Wednesday 22 September 2021 from 12.00-4.00pm (booking deadline - 17 September 2021 at 5pm)
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
90
Facilitator/s
Professor Richard Rose/Blue Cabin
An Introduction to Therapeutic Life Story Work with Professor Richard Rose
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
Hear the voices of children, young people & carers who have taken part in Therapeutic Life Story Work (TLSW) & experience some of the interventions yourself.
You'll learn about the three parts of the TLSW model as we discuss, debate & explore the importance of the stories children & young people hold inside them.
Target Audience
Targeted - those eligible to attend will receive a separate email.
Dates, Times & Venues
- Monday 24 January 2022 from 9.00-12.00pm (booking deadline - 19 January 2022 at 5pm)
- Monday 24 January 2022 from 1.00-4.00pm (booking deadline - 19 January 2022 at 5pm)
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
90
Facilitator/s
Professor Richard Rose/Blue Cabin
Anxiety, Worries, Fears & Phobias Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will enhance awareness of anxiety, worries, fears & phobias with children & young people. Some of the key elements in the training will be to try & identify & explore anxiety, worries, fears & phobias that can be present in children & young people. It will raise awareness of & clarify the difference between different types of anxiety. The session will also highlight self help/supportive strategies & resources & pathways for appropriate referrals. The trainers use a variety of learning approaches & welcome information & anonymous case discussion to improve & develop the practice of course attendees.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Wednesday 28 July 2021 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
- Tuesday 24 August 2021 from 1.30-3.45pm via MS Teams
- Tuesday 21 September 2021 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Maximum Number of Delegates
15
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Attachment with Professor Richard Rose
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
Develop an understanding of current theory around attachment & how it relates to the children & young people you engage with.
A user-friendly session which will help you assist children & young people to understand the importance of relationships & the need to feel safe, cared for & that they belong.
Target Audience
Targeted - those eligible to attend will receive a separate email.
Dates, Times & Venues
- Monday 27 September 2021 from 12.00-4.00pm (booking deadline - 22 September 2021 at 5pm)
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
90
Facilitator/s
Professor Richard Rose/Blue Cabin
Attachment Difficulties Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will enhance awareness of the subject of attachment in children & young people. Some of the key elements in the training will be to define attachment difficulties in children & young people & identify the behaviours associated with it alongside the factors that influence the development of secure or insecure patters of attachment. The trainers use a variety of learning approaches & welcome information & anonymous case discussion to improve & develop the practice of course attendees.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 3 August 2021 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
- Wednesday 8 September 2021 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
15
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Attentional Difficulties (ADHD) Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will enhance awareness of the subject of attentional difficulties in children & young people. Some of the key elements in this training will be to gain an understanding of attentional difficulties & consider the core symptoms. The training will also give an understanding of ADHD along with the assessment process. There will be an opportunity to share strategies provided by teachers & other professionals. The trainers use a variety of learning approaches & welcome information & anonymous case discussion to improve & develop the practice of course attendees.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Wednesday 4 August 2021 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
- Tuesday 7 September 2021 from 1.30-3.45pm via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
15
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Childhood Trauma & Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This training raises awareness of the importance of recognising the sources and impacts of childhood developmental trauma including the impact on the developing brain. It identifies the symptoms & patterns of behaviour which can be seen as well as the underlying hidden needs & considers the potential longer term impacts on physical & emotional well-being. Delegates should be aware that discussing childhood trauma involves looking at sensitive & difficult information. Also Adverse Childhood Experiences are common and this training may raise difficult memories for some.
Target Audience
All practitioners working with children and families in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 10 August 2021 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
- Wednesday 15 September 2021 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
20
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Deliberate Self Harm Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This half day session will enhance participant’s awareness of the use of self harming behaviour within children & young people. Some of the key elements of the training are to become familiar with presentations of self harm & to develop an understanding of the reasons why young people self harm. Due to the sensitive nature of this subject an emotional opt out is available.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 3 August 2021 from 1.30-3.45pm via MS Teams
- Tuesday 7 September 2021 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
15
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Diploma in Health & Social Care Levels 2 & 3 (Adults)
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
Sessions will cover the following:
- promote communication
- engage in personal development
- promote equality & inclusion
- principles for implementing duty of care
Staff will then choose a specific pathway relevant to their role. Qualification will take between 6-18 months to complete.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY - Direct care staff who work with adults on a regular basis
Dates, Times & Venues
- The diplomas are run on a rolling programme & can be accessed at any time during the year. Please note this qualification is no longer run by the Workforce Development Team, please contact Learning & Skills for further information: l&[email protected]
Cost
This course is free to DBC staff who require the qualification as part of their job role
Facilitator/s
Learning & Skills, Darlington Borough Council
Eating Difficulties Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will enhance awareness of the subject of eating disorders in children & young people. Some of the key elements of the training will be to define eating disorders in children & young people, identify the types of eating disorders & to understand some of the possible causes and triggers. Treatment options will also be considered & practitioners responsibilities in accordance with their role. The trainers use a variety of learning approaches & welcome information & anonymous case discussion to improve & develop the practice of course attendees.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Wednesday 11 August 2021 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
- Tuesday 14 September 2021 from 1.30-3.45pm via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
15
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Emotional Wellbeing & Communication Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session replaces the Foundation in Mental Health & aims to encourage practitioners to look at the importance of the emotional wellbeing of themselves & their colleagues as well as the children & young people in their care. We will explore the different methods of communication & share ideas & strategies.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 10 August 2021 from 1.30-3.45pm via MS Teams
- Tuesday 14 September 2021 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
15
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Food Safety & Hygiene for Catering - Level 2
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This course is accredited by City & Guilds. The module covers the following areas:
- individual responsibility for food safety
- the importance of personal hygiene
- how to keep the working area clean & hygienic
- how to receive & store food safely
- preparing, cooking and handling food safely.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY - it is recommended that anyone who has NOT already completed Food Safety training should complete the Train4Food e-learning module. For further details contact: [email protected] If you only require a refresher then you should complete the Food Safety e-learning module through Academy 10.
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Train4Food
Food Safety & Hygiene - Level 2 (Refresher)
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This course is RoSPA accredited. At the end of the module, delegates will:
- understand the impact of food-borne illness
- be able to identify food hazards & take steps to reduce this risk
- be able to recall & implement the four Cs of food safety
- know the importance of using HACCP to comply with food safety laws.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY - this is available through Academy 10
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Academy 10
Hidden Sentence Online Awareness Session
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This online virtual awareness course will give delegates an insight into the specific issues experienced by children & families of prisoners & the resources available to assist workers in helping to support those families. This session will held to:
- understand the impact of imprisonment on prisoners’ families
- understand the support needs of prisoners’ families
- understand the needs & wishes of prisoners’ families
- increased awareness of the range of resources available for professionals working with prisoners’ families.
Target Audience
Any professional whose work brings them into contact with families of prisoners including Local Authority, Health, Education, Police, Probation or Community/Voluntary Workers
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 5 October 2021 from 9.30-12.00pm
- Thursday 21 October 2021 from 9.30-12.00pm
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
20
Facilitator/s
NEPACS
Just Checking Assessment Tool
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
The session will look at the;
- differences between the kit types & show the features that are available
- the notifications feature
- the sequences feature which is new from the daily living kits
- best practices for installing: where best to situate sensors during the installation depending on reason for assessment & what the charts will look like
Target Audience
DBC ONLY - Adult Social Care Staff
Dates, Times & Venues
- Thursday 16 September 2021 from 9.30-10.30am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
20
Facilitator/s
Jenna Frost, Just Checking
Liquid Logic Adults - Module 1
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session is aimed at staff who have never used Liquid Logic before & require training on how to log on, navigate, change basic demographic information & access historical information on the system.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY – staff who would benefit include social workers, team managers, business support staff & others who only require ‘read only’ access to Liquid Logic
Dates, Times & Venues
- To be confirmed
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
6
Facilitator/s
Chris Burnside, Systems Trainer, Darlington Borough Council
Liquid Logic Adults - Module 2
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session is aimed at staff who have either completed module 1 or who are familiar with the Liquid Logic system. This module will focus on inputting information onto the system – assessments / plans / reviews for example.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY – staff who would benefit include social workers & team managers
Dates, Times & Venues
- To be confirmed
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
6
Facilitator/s
Chris Burnside, Systems Trainer, Darlington Borough Council
Liquid Logic Children - Module 1
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session is aimed at staff who have never used Liquid Logic before & require training on how to log on, navigate, change basic demographic information & access historical information on the system.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY – staff who would benefit include social workers, team managers, business support staff & others who only require ‘read only’ access to Liquid Logic
Dates, Times & Venues
- To be confirmed
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
6
Facilitator/s
Chris Burnside, Systems Trainer, Darlington Borough Council
Liquid Logic Children - Module 2
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session is aimed at staff who have either completed module 1 or who are familiar with the Liquid Logic system. This module will focus on inputting information onto the system – assessments / plans / reviews for example.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY – staff who would benefit include social workers & team managers
Dates, Times & Venues
- To be confirmed
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of delegates
6
Facilitator/s
Chris Burnside, Systems Trainer, Darlington Borough Council
Local Authority Legal Limits & NHS Continuing Healthcare
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This 3 day course will provide delegates with:
- an understanding of & how to be able to apply the concept of a primary health need
- the ability to identify a health & social care need
- an understanding of the extent to which local authorities are able to meet health needs under section 22 of the Care Act
- the chance to consider case examples which demonstrate appropriate use of the Decision Support Tool.
Target Audience
- social care practitioners who undertake Care Act Assessments
- managers of the above practitioners
- senior management whose role involves CHC or requires knowledge of LA limits
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 19 October 2021 & Tuesday 26 October 2021 & Tuesday 2 November 2021 from 9.00-5.00pm via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
16
Facilitator/s
Morag Duff
Low Mood & Depression Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This training session will enhance awareness of low mood with children & young people. Key elements will be to try & identify & explore low mood, looking at triggers & strategies to support children & young people. It will raise awareness of & explore the difference between low mood & depression. Session will also highlight self help/supportive strategies & resources & pathways for appropriate referrals. The trainers attempt to use a variety of learning approaches & welcome informal & anonymous case discussion to improve & develop the practice of course attendees.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 27 July 2021 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
- Tuesday 17 August 2021 from 1.30-3.45pm via MS Teams
- Wednesday 22 September 2021 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
15
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Mind of My Own Introduction & Training Session
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
DBC Children’s Services purchased Mind Of My Own in September 2019 to offer young people open to our Services a new way of communicating & sharing their views with us. There is an expectation from Directors to Heads of Service that staff attend training in order to understand how the app works, encourage young people to sign up to the app & learn how to use the app themselves when working with children & young people.
By the end of the training session participants should have an understanding of what Mind Of My Own is, the benefits the communication tool brings to staff & young people, service expectations & a practical understanding of how to use their own worker account.
What is Mind Of My Own?
Mind Of My Own apps, is a web application that gives young people an instant and convenient way to express their views and staff with DBC Children’s Services a smart way to evidence them. Mind Of My Own has two features – the One app and Express:
One app
The One app helps young people communicate their views in a way that suits them. Young people create an account on the One app & once signed up, they can use it on their own anytime, 24/7. The One app helps young people prepare for any upcoming meetings they have, report problems, share good news & more. The One app can be:
- downloaded on the app store or google play
- accessed on the web via https://one.mindofmyown.org.uk/
- used independently, 24/7, on any device
- co-used with a worker on a worker’s account
- used for meetings, reviews, to share good news and to sort out problems
Express
Express is an accessible app for younger children & those with additional needs to express their views. As a worker, you can create a one-page profile in minutes. Express:
- uses expressive pictures, minimal text & affirming sounds
- can be used for any education, health or social care planning or review process
- is designed to be co-used with a worker (cannot be used independently)
How does it work?
Mind Of My Own apps guide young people through a selection of different clickable scenarios, offering free text & clickable responses. Once a scenario has been completed, Mind Of My own turns what a young person has said into a clear & dynamic PDF statement - this is then sent to you via email. You don’t have to type up what a young person has said - once received, the PDF file can be attached to a child’s case records, saving you time.
Using Mind Of My Own apps
Mind of My Own can be used by any young person who is being supported by a Team within DBC’s Children’s Services & any member of staff with DBC Children’s Service is able to access a worker account. It is the responsibility of staff within Children’s Service to introduce a young person to the Mind Of My Own apps & assist them to set up their own One app account. Thereafter, a young person can use it independently to express their views, wishes and feelings with professionals. It is essential that a young person’s views are captured & evidenced through Mind Of My Own apps in preparation for looked after reviews & child protection conferences for example.
Target Audience
Any practitioner within Children’s Service working directly with Children & Young People e.g. Social Workers, Personal Advisors, Early Help Practitioners, IRO’s, Family Support Workers
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 3 August 2021 from 9.30-10.30am via MS Teams
- Tuesday 7 September 2021 from 9.30-10.30am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
10
Facilitator/s
Jo Shutt, Young People's Opportunity & Involvement Worker
More About Me with Professor Richard Rose
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
More About Me focuses on a child or young person's current situation: where they live, the people around them & the reasons for their care status.
Find out how More About Me can help children & young people move forward with confidence & practice some More About Me Activities.
Target Audience
Targeted - those eligible to attend will receive a separate email.
Dates, Times & Venues
- Monday 15 November 2021 from 9.00-12.00pm (booking deadline - 10 November 2021 at 5pm)
- Monday 15 November 2021 from 1.00-4.00pm (booking deadline - 10 November 2021 at 5pm)
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
90
Facilitator/s
Professor Richard Rose/Blue Cabin
Moving & Handling of People
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will cover general topics such as H&S legislation, risk assessments, responsibility of the employer/employee and similar, as well as the following more targeted areas:
- mobility - stand/ sit/ walk/ transfers
- wheelchair – pushing & pulling – safe use of
- hoisting – chair to chair (where appropriate to service)
- seating – chair choice
- toileting assistance.
Please note there are some online resources available on the intranet: Resources
Target Audience
DBC ONLY
Dates, Times & Venues
- Monday 6 September 2021 from 9.30-4.30pm - venue to be confirmed
- Tuesday 14 September 2021 from 9.30-4.30pm - venue to be confirmed
- Wednesday 22 September 2021 from 9.30-4.30pm - venue to be confirmed
- Tuesday 12 October 2021 from 9.30-4.30pm - venue to be confirmed
- Monday 18 October 2021 from 9.30-4.30pm - venue to be confirmed
- Wednesday 20 October 2021 from 9.30-4.30pm - venue to be confirmed
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of delegates
8
Facilitator/s
Well Handled Ltd
Police & Criminal Evidence Act
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This course is aimed at those who attend or might attend police stations to act as an appropriate adult. The overall aim is to enable you to feel greater confidence when attending the police station & a greater awareness of the role you ought to play when you are there. The course will:
- provide an overview of the Police & Criminal Evidence Act 1984 framework
- emphasise the safeguards that have been established to protect the mentally vulnerable suspect
- focus on common difficulties & uncertainties underlying the role of the appropriate adult
- identify the powers & functions of the appropriate adult in the PACE Codes of Practice
- provide an opportunity for reflection upon realistic scenarios involving the appropriate adult
- enable the group to identify steps that might be taken within the organisation to prepare for staff attending police stations as appropriate adults.
Target Audience
Dates, Times & Venues
- Thursday 23 September 2021 from 9.30-12.30pm via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
15
Facilitator/s
Carole Southall, Northumbria University
Reducing Parental Conflict Programme: E-Learning Package
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
The Reducing Parental Conflict Programme supports practitioners working with families in building awareness & developing the confidence, knowledge & skills to work with parents to reduce conflict & improve outcomes for children. The e-learning package contains 4 modules which should take approx. 45 minutes each to complete:
- Module 1: Understanding Parental Conflict & its Impact on Child Outcomes
- Module 2: Recognising & Supporting Parents in Parental Conflict
- Module 3: Working with Parents in Conflict
- Module 4: Reducing Parental Conflict: The Role of Supervisions & Managers
If you would like to access to the e-learning package then email:[email protected] for log in details
Target Audience
Early Help, YOS, Children’s Social Work Teams & Community Safety/Health Visitors, School Nurses, Police & DSLs/Safeguarding Leads in all school
Cost
Free
Facilitator/s
Knowledgepool
Recovery with Professor Richard Rose
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
Trauma is not a life sentence. In this session you'll learn how we can help children & young people to recover from early life challenges & enjoy their future without being defined by their past.
Target Audience
Targeted - those eligible to attend will receive a separate email.
Dates, Times & Venues
- Thursday 29 July 2021 from 9.00-1.00pm (booking deadline - 26 July 2021 at 12pm)
- Monday 13 December 2021 from 9.00-1.00pm (booking deadline - 8 December 2021 at 12pm)
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
90
Facilitator/s
Professor Richard Rose/Blue Cabin
Relational Practice
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
Restorative & relational based practice describe a way of being, an underpinning ethos which enables us to build & maintain healthy relationships, resolve difficulties & repair harm when relationships breakdown. It is founded on the principles of working ‘with’ people, rather than doing ‘to’ or ‘for’ others. When we work with & alongside people, rather than make decisions about them in isolation, outcomes & impact are so much greater. The key learning points & outcomes for this 3 day training are:
- an introduction to the concepts, theories & philosophy of restorative practice
- an introduction to restorative skills
- managing difficult conversations
- affective statements
- in-depth learning of the working WITH model & applying it to practice – high challenge & high support model
- the restorative context for circles
- importance of preparing participants
- understanding the five step process
- the importance of preparation
- managing risk in restorative processes
- practice & observe facilitation skills (role-play)
- planning & embedding into practice
- action planning & implementation time.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY - Adult Services
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 14 September 2021, Wednesday 15 September 2021 & Thursday 16 September 2021 from 9.30-4.30pm at Morton Park Business Training Centre
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
- 20 places available in July
- 15 places available in September
Facilitator/s
L30 Relational Systems
Safeguarding Adults & Children
For details of Safeguarding Adults & Safeguarding Children training, visit the Safeguarding Board Website [external link]
Social & Communication Difficulties Awareness
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session will enhance awareness of social communication difficulties with children & young people. Some of the key elements in the training will be to try & identify some common behaviour that is associated with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) & hopefully this will raise awareness. It will identify & explore the triad of impairments: social interaction, social imagination & social communication. The training will also include some helpful strategies for better communication that would enhance the skills professionals already demonstrate to ensure further consistency and encourage good practice across all services. The trainers attempt to use a variety of learning approaches & welcome informal & anonymous case discussion to improve & develop the practice of course attendees.
Target Audience
Professionals working with children & young people in Darlington
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 27 July 2021 from 1.30-3.45pm via MS Teams
- Tuesday 17 August 2021 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
- Wednesday 29 September 2021 from 9.30-11.45am via MS Teams
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
15
Facilitator/s
Co Durham & Darlington Primary Mental Health Team
Strengthening Families: Restorative Practice Online Awareness Session
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
An online digital training package is available for those who have not yet undertaken the Strengthening Families Awareness Raising session. The 3 hour session has been broken down into 5 short videos which can be accessed & completed separately. The themes of the five part programme are:
- Part 1: Relationships are key
- Part 2: Living our values
- Part 3: The four ways of being
- Part 4: Making decisions fairly & working 'with'
- Part 5: Using restorative language
Target Audience
- Mandatory for DBC staff who work with Children & Families - to access please visit the Intranet / Workforce Development / Training Course Materials / Strengthening Families
- Multi Agency staff who work with Children & Families - to access please email [email protected]
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
Unlimited
Facilitator/s
Training package by Leeds Relational Practice Centre
Team Teach
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This 2 day programme will look at personal safety, risk reduction strategies (de-escalation), a range of positive handling & interventions together with a focus on policy, documentation & legal guidance.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY - any member of staff in a medium risk service area
Dates, Times & Venues
- Tuesday 26 October 2021 & Wednesday 27 October 2021 from 9.30-4.30pm at Morton Park Business Training Centre
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
12
Facilitator/s
Synergy Training & Consultancy Limited
Team Teach Refresher
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
This session is a refresher of the full 12 hour programme, it will look at personal safety, risk reduction strategies (de-escalation), a range of positive handling & interventions together with a focus on policy, documentation & legal guidance.
Target Audience
DBC ONLY - any member of staff who has previously completed the Team Teach accreditation (within the last 2 years) & requires a refresher
Dates, Times & Venues
- Monday 9 August 2021 from 9.30-4.30pm at Morton Park Business Training Centre
- Tuesday 26 July 2022 from 9.30-4.30pm at Morton Park Business Training Centre
- Tuesday 9 August 2022 from 9.30-4.30pm at Morton Park Business Training Centre
- Wednesday 17 August 2022 from 9.30-4.30pm at Morton Park Business Training Centre
- Thursday 25 August 2022 from 9.30-4.30pm at Morton Park Business Training Centre
- Wednesday 12 October 2022 (Foundations staff only) at Foundations
- Wednesday 23 November 2022 from 9.30-4.30pm at Morton Park Business Training Centre
- Tuesday 29 November 2022 from 9.30-4.30pm at Morton Park Business Training Centre
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
12
Facilitator/s
Synergy Training & Consultancy Limited
Trauma with Professor Richard Rose
Aims & Objectives/Learning Outcomes
Learn about the impact of trauma on the brain, body & emotions.
We'll cover theoretical concepts of trauma from around the world & will consider the children & young people who are affected by early years trauma & how this impacts on their development & presentation.
Target Audience
Targeted - those eligible to attend will receive a separate email.
Dates, Times & Venues
- Monday 8 November 2021 from 12.00-4.00pm (booking deadline - 3 November 2021 at 3pm)
Cost
Free
Maximum No. of Delegates
90
Facilitator/s
Professor Richard Rose/Blue Cabin
Distance Learning
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- Safeguarding & Prevent
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