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Appointments are available on pre-scheduled dates for EHM users within Education settings to book, you will be able to book a 20-minute session with the Local Authority EHM Support Officer. Sessions will be via Microsoft Teams and can be used to troubleshoot access issues and help navigate difficulties in using EHM.
Sessions are bookable online via an online bookings page. The following link will download a document - please click on the link in the document to book: CCC EHM Support Bookings Page
There will be appointments each week, on alternating days. This is an ongoing offer and you will be able to book a few months in advance or on the day needed if timings permit. Please do check the above webpage for future dates.
Do you currently have a TA/HLTA suitable to train to teach via the Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeship route?
Often the main barrier to training is a financial one, where candidates cannot afford to support themselves whilst they train.
Unlike traditional salaried routes, where the school has to pay the tuition fees and a salary, the PGTA tuition fees are funded via the Apprenticeship levy, meaning the only cost to the school is employing them as an unqualified teacher (minimum UQT1) for the duration of the apprenticeship. This makes it an affordable route for both the apprentice and the school.
Many schools are now benefitting from this route, enabling them to ‘grow their own teachers’ to address the current recruitment crisis in teaching.
To find out more visit the TCP website https://campartnership.org/which-route/ or email info@campartnership.org Tel: 01223 491630
Schools are reminded that they should not operate their pool unless the plant is serviceable and is operated by a qualified and trained, nominated Pool Carer. All staff managing school pools, the operation and upkeep of water treatment plant, chemicals, equipment and water hygiene chemicals must be trained on the LA approved course of instruction covering the full scope of their duties.
All Pool managers must obtain the CCC or equivalent Small Pool Operator’s Certificate and must re-validate this training every 3 years by attending an update seminar.
Full details of the CC Swimming Pool Guidance are available at Swimming and Water Safety and upcoming courses are available at Physical Education courses.
For further information please contact Ian Roberts ian.roberts@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
As part of a fully funded, year-long Mental Health and Relationships Programme, we would like to invite primary schools in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough to attend Networking and Good Practice sharing session focusing on one or both of the main resources provided. These sessions are for colleagues who are leading the programme or delivering the Conflict Resolution and Peer Mediation Pack or the Promotion Healthy Friendship Pack.
The networking sessions will be held online:
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Conflict Resolution and Peer Mediation Pack
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12 March
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3.45 - 4.45 pm
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Promoting Healthy Friendships Pack
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13 March
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3.45 - 4.45 pm
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Sign up for these events and access resources using this form
For more information contact PSHE Service or access our course brochure
Tom's Trust - the UK’s only charity dedicated to providing mental health support to children with brain tumours and their families to improve their quality of life and wellbeing is launching its Sibling Toolkit.
Childhood cancer affects many families in the UK, with 1,800 children newly diagnosed every year. Despite this, there is often a lack of support available for the brothers and sisters of the children diagnosed. This toolkit aims to empower adults in those sibling’s lives – such as teachers, TA’s, school counsellors, and Heads of Year, to be ready to support them effectively and confidently. The toolkit was developed by Tom’s Trust clinical psychologists who specialise in working with children with brain tumours but is available to use for siblings of children with all cancers. You can download the free sibling toolkit here: Tom's Trust Sibling Toolkit. Tom’s Trust is a Cambridge-based charity which provides mental health support and practical help to children and young people with brain tumours, as well as their families - we currently work across East Anglia, the North East and the North West but have ambitions to be UK wide by 2030.
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Gather your friends and family for a day of laughter, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments. Mission Mud isn’t just about conquering obstacles; it’s about creating lasting memories while supporting adults in Cambridgeshire who are living with advanced serious illnesses or other life-limiting conditions.
Whether you’re a seasoned mud runner or a first timer, this event is designed for everyone. Join us at The Playground Waterbeach on March 23 to turn mud into a mission of help and hope for the families supported by Arthur Rank Hospice Charity.
Sign up via Mission Mud - Arthur Rank Hospice Charity or call 01223 675888
We have now concluded consultation with the trade unions on the Pay Policy for Centrally Employed Teachers and Pay Scale which was updated following the publication of the 2023 School Teachers Pay and Conditions document. You can access these documents below; they are made available for maintained schools for information on the LA approach.
Pay Policy for Centrally Employed Teachers Sept 2023
Teacher's Pay Scales 1 Sept 2023.
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Talking Together in Cambridgeshire will be running five, free online Festival of Stories events which might be of interest to you. The events include free Live Author Event open to Reception classes in Cambridgeshire, on 27 February. Full list of dates and events here: Talking Together Cambridgeshire Festival of Stories. |
How children and young people learn: using what we know about cognitive science to inform practice across the key stages, with Emma Turner
Wednesday 13th March 5 - 7 pm
Target Audience: All primary and secondary teachers, HoDs, SLT, middle & subject leaders, governors
Venue: Neale-Wade Academy, Wimblington Road, March, PE15 9PX
The East Cambs & Fenland Evidence Network invite you to join us for Evidence Bites #4 - an informal, professionally energising event to meet colleagues, enjoy a bite to eat and hear an inspiring speaker!
£16 a ticket or use the code MULTI for discount on extra tickets.
For more information, please contact: blayfield@robertarkenstall.co.uk
The government’s draft guidance on Gender Questioning Children was published on 19th December and is open for consultation until 12th March 2024. The aim of this document is to provide guidance and practical support for schools and colleges, including supporting children who are questioning their gender, protecting children from bullying or abuse and maintaining child safety and wellbeing. The PSHE Service are running an online course on Exploring Gender on the 27th February, which will cover awareness raising, whole school approaches to challenging stereotypes and supporting trans children. Aspects of the draft Gender Questioning Guidance will be explored.
Free Junior Foresters Award courses for year 6 students!
This summer term PECT are offering a limited number of schools the opportunity to get their year 6 students ready for the transition to secondary school.
The course has been specifically designed to support those students who are struggling with transition from primary to secondary and need that additional support in areas such as – teamwork, confidence, communication, problem solving and self-awareness. This fully outdoor 6-week course takes learners on a journey using the natural environment to develop skills and understanding through the RFS accredited Junior Foresters course, as well as learning about themselves.
Here's what one of our previous schools had to say about Junior Foresters –
“As a school, we were blown away when we found out that our children had been selected to take part. The award enabled our children to learn about the outdoors as well as finding out how to take care of the environment. The activities supported our children to develop a wide range of skills including teamwork and communication. They also grew in confidence and independence. It was brilliant listening to the children talk with enthusiasm about all of their forest experiences. They took pride in their forest journals and have been teaching and influencing others following their experiences.”
If your school is interested in taking part, please email education@pect.org.uk. A member of the education team will contact you to discuss the details of delivery and content.
Schools who are not successful will be added to a waiting list, and will be contacted when further places/funding becomes available.
Making Effective Use of the Pupil Premium with Marc Rowland (Cross Phase)
7 March 2024, 16:00 to 17:45
Weston Homes Stadium (Peterborough United Football Club). Cost from £20.
Booking link.
Webinar - Network meeting – Primary and Secondary music
Continuing Professional Development – Cambridgeshire Music - Making Music Happen Across The County
For all teachers, music leaders
Monday 11 March 16:00 - 17:00
An opportunity to discuss all issues and support each other across the county. Online.
Cost £30 or free if School Self-Assessment Survey is completed.
Option 1: Annual Access to CPD and Curriculum Development support
Continuing Professional Development – Cambridgeshire Music - Making Music Happen Across The County
For all music leaders and teachers
Wednesday 14 February 9:00 am. Location : online.
Cost £500 per setting
Training for New or Inexperienced PE Subject Leaders in Primary Schools
29th February 2024 and 19th June 2024 – 1.30pm-3.30pm. Online. £49
Audience: Teachers and coaches who have been given responsibility for the leadership of PE in primary schools and settings. It is recommended but not essential that you attend both dates as topics will be different.
Safe Practice in PE
27th February 2024, 1.30pm-3.30pm. Online. £49
Audience: Any teacher, coach or assistance in primary, special and secondary phase.
England Table Tennis – Teachers’ Award
28th February 2024, 1.30pm-4.30pm. St Neots Table Tennis Club, £85
Audience: This award is relevant to both primary and secondary school settings.
Exploring Gender
27th February 2024, 2pm-3.30pm. Online. £40 subscribing schools, £50 for non-subscribing schools.
Audience: Teachers in primary, special and secondary schools.
Practical Approaches to Teaching PSHE
19th March 2024, 9.30am-12.30pm. Armstrong House, Huntingdon. £70 for subscribing schools, £80 for non-subscribing schools.
Audience: ECT’s, or primary teachers looking for practical ways of teaching PSHE & Citizenship.
PSHE & Personal Development: Preparing for Ofsted
7th March 2024, 1.30pm-4.30pm. Armstrong House, Huntingdon. £70 for subscribing schools, £80 for non-subscribing schools.
Audience: PSHE Leads, Personal Development Leads and/or senior leaders in primary schools.
English Subject Leader Day
For English Subject Leads in Primary Schools. Monday 22nd April 2024 09.30 – 15.45 – Face to Face St Neots. £75.00 per person
Maths Subject Leader Day
For Maths Subject Leads in Primary Schools. Tuesday 23rd April 2024 09.30 – 15.45 – Face to Face St Neots. £75.00 per person
Moderating Year 6 Writing
For Year 6 Teachers. Monday 29th April 2024 13.30 – 16.00 – Face to Face St Neots. £45.00 per person
RE and Ofsted – Primary Schools
29 February 2024, 3.30 – 5.00pm, via Zoom, £29 for LA schools and £39 for academies. This session will consider the requirements for OFSTED and Religious Education and the deep dive process. To look at how RE can fit into the broader curriculum and to understand the requirements of RE as a core subject.
RE Network meetings
There will be two further network meetings this academic year and the themes will be:
- What are world views, how to use different approaches in RE
- Books v Floor books the evidence trail for RE leads and Ofsted
This is also an opportunity to meet with other RE teachers and share ideas. Tuesday 5th March 2024 3.45– 4.45, Wednesday 12th June 2024 3.45 –4.45 Via Teams Cost £18
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