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Be inspired and get interactive at SkillsCymru 2015 - THE largest careers, jobs and skills events for Wales!
7-8 Venue Cymru, Llandudno
21-22 Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff
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Take a look at our interactive resource for educational practitioners focused on professional learning. This pack has been produced by the Welsh Government to support the launch of the New Deal for the Education Workforce.
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Learn more about professional learning across the regions. Consider a new
short video which sets out Central South’s vision for professional learning for all practitioners as part of the New Deal for the Education Workforce. This video also features in the Professional Learning Pack (Topic 1).
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Effective Collaboration Resources
Take a look at the Effective Collaboration Booklet that is also available alongside the Effective Collaboration Introductory Pack. This has been designed to support practitioners to develop their collaborative skills as part of their ongoing professional learning.
The Professional Learning Passport (PLP) is now live and available through ‘myEWC’ portal on the EWC website. You can use it to plan, record, and reflect on your professional learning/development. As a PLP user, you’ll be able to feed into future development and enhancement of the PLP.
Professional Learning Resources – Hard
copies available
Copies of
both the Reflective Practice and Coaching and Mentoring Practice-based
Information Booklets are now available.
Please contact PLM@wales.gsi.gov.uk with the number of copies you
require and we will send them on to you.
Celebrate the outstanding achievements of learners, employers and training providers across Wales at the Apprenticeship Awards Cymru 2015. Book your tickets online to attend the prestigious event on 29 October 2015 at the Celtic Manor Resort.
Publication of the draft Additional Learning Needs Code and outline plan for implementation to support consultation on the draft Additional Learning Needs and Education Tribunal (Wales) Bill.
These drafts will form the basis for continued engagement between Welsh Government and local authorities, professionals and others to further develop the Code and plans for implementation. Consultation closes 18 December
A series of new term planner templates are available for all schools to download. Customise with your own dates and logos, print and share or upload to your school website. Developed by Education begins at home.
Estyn has concluded a two year study commissioned by the Welsh Government into the effectiveness of teaching and learning observations.
The first year reported on teaching and learning observations in primary and secondary schools, this final year focusses on identifying effective practice in teaching and learning observation in further education (FE) colleges.
The report also makes a number of recommendations for colleges and the Welsh Government. Welsh Government response
A new report is now available on Learning Wales.
The Welsh Government commissioned People and Work Unit to undertake some independent research to identify capacity building approaches and good practice in providing support to learners whose first language is not English. Ethnic Minority Achievement Services (EMAS) and schools in Wales contributed to this research which is now published on Learning Wales.
The Skills Show, the UK’s largest skills and career event, is taking place at Birmingham NEC from 19-21 November. Over 70 competitors from Wales will be fighting for gold in a range of skills, from hairdressing to aeronautical engineering, web design to plastering. A visit to The Skills Show offers the opportunity to support #TeamWales and watch these talented individuals in action, as well as visiting the Wales stand and trying your hand at a range of interactive sessions.
A suite of publications to enable secondary schools and colleges to develop their skills and understanding of person-centred practice.
Two publications provide an overview of person-centred practice and help with self-assessment and planning. A third focusses on person-centred reviews, with booklets provided that will help learners, their families and professionals prepare to take part in the reviews.
A new initiative aimed at strengthening links between secondary schools and employers was launched by Deputy Minister for Skills and Technology, Julie James today (1/10).
From today (29/9) high flying sixth formers in North East Wales and the South Wales Valleys will benefit from additional support aimed at helping them gain access to the UK’s most prestigious and respected universities.
We are running a survey to find out how we can improve our main website, GOV.WALES. The survey should only take 5 minutes and will help us to provide a better service for you.
Estyn are seeking the views of everyone involved in education on the way inspections will be carried out from September 2017. The consultation is open until Wednesday 11 November.
Into Film Festival 2016
This is the world's largest annual free film festival for young people. Providing free film activities, workshops and cinema experiences. Activities include ‘Jurassic World’ and looking at the science behind the film. For events near you click here
Toyota Motor Manufacturing based in Deeside are hosting a two day event, aimed at students to give them an exciting and memorable experience to motivate them to continue with the study of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM). For further information and to book a Toyota Deeside Engine Plant tour click here.
PRU Conference – 25 November
On 25 November, the annual conference for Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) will take place at the Future Inn hotel, Cardiff Bay. This all-day event will include a number of workshops and an opening address from the Minister for Education & Skills. Anyone wishing to attend should register their interest by emailing WellbeingShare@wales.gsi.gov.uk
Save the date – Keeping Learners safe conference – 3 December 2015
Headteachers, teachers and designated senior persons (DSPs), governors and all those with safeguarding responsibilities in education!
You are warmly invited to attend a safeguarding in education conference on 3 December at the SWALEC stadium, Cardiff which will focus on the impact of violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence. Further details, including how to register, will follow shortly. For further information, please contact Deborah Campbell – Deborah.campbell@wales.gsi.gov.uk
Learn how you can use World Voice resources in your primary or secondary school.
World Voice Training will give you the confidence and tools to use song in your classroom. Free training in Blackwood, Caerphilly (21 October). Book your place today!
Hwb+ Public Sites
Does your school website need a re-vamp? Did you know your school can create a website through Hwb+? The public facing website offers a homepage and pages for News, About, Contact and Blog in both Welsh and English. Your school’s Digital Champion will automatically have permission to edit your site. Read the Hwb+ public facing websites support guide to find out more.
Are you a school teacher based in Conwy, Gwynedd or Denbighshire? Don’t miss the Llandudno HwbMeet taking place on Tuesday 20 October 2015 at Ysgol John Bright 4.30pm – 6.00pm. Book your ticket here.
New Hwb content:
We have uploaded many new items this week to support the new GCSE English Language specification.
Want to
understand more about how to upload your own resources into the Community area
on Hwb? Take a look at the Make and Share guide.
Welsh Government recognises the importance of identifying those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) such as dyspraxia, as early as possible so that the appropriate support is put in place to assist them in developing their skills and help them reach their full potential. Local Authorities and education providers may find these resources useful in assisting learners with dyspraxia and other specific learning difficulties.
Welsh Government recognises the importance of identifying those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) such as ADHD, as early as possible so that the appropriate support is put in place to assist them in developing their skills and help them reach their full potential. Local Authorities and education providers may find these resources useful in assisting learners with ADHD and other specific learning difficulties.
A bilingual website and app for teachers and pupils focusing on the history of Wales and the First World War. They include activities for KS2 and KS3 pupils to develop research and digital literacy skills through exploring the stories behind the names on war memorials across Wales. Visit the website or download the app free of charge from the App Store, Google Play, or through the Hwb website.
Subject Experts Art and Sociology
Would you like to be a part of developing resources to support Welsh medium education?
The Welsh Government’s Welsh in Education Resources Branch is looking for Art (Primary and Secondary) and Sociology (KS4/16+) practitioners to offer occasional support with the work of identifying needs and developing resources in these subjects. If you’re interested please contact welshresources@Wales.gsi.gov.uk by 15 October 2015.
This is the fifth issue in the Ciwb series aimed at pupils in year 7. The aim of this issue is for pupils to look back at a variety of different things including the history of Patagonia, “The Voice” T.V show and a school trip.
This is the sixth issue in the Ciwb series aimed at pupils in year 8. The pupils will have to make an opinion on different topics in the issue including Socci, chocolate and selfies.
Take a look at the latest Welsh and bilingual resources commissioned by the Welsh Government to support teaching and learning.
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