Venue : Virtual CPD Session, Digital Classroom, Virtual CPD Session

Who is this event for
This annual SEND conference is for all Inclusion Leads, SENDCOs, Teachers and Support Staff.

What does this event cover
Each year we choose a current topic. The keynote speaker shares the latest theory and research followed by workshops on how to put it into practice.

Venue : Crowndale Centre, 218 Eversholt Street, London, NW1 1BD

Who is this event for
For all Childminders in Camden.

What does this event cover

These termly childminding forums provide a regular opportunity to meet up with your childminding colleagues and your Early Years Advisors to discuss a range of professional issues.

In the Summer term, the Childminding Forum will take place face to face at the Crowndale Centre.

6.30pm Start
Welcome from Kay Williams 

6.35pm – 6.50pm:We will be sharing information from Camden's 'Father Inclusion Lead' (David Mullings) who is currently setting up Saturday drop-ins and working with early years settings in Camden to support fathers.

6.50-7pm:  We will she sharing information and feedback from Alison Purchase, (Health Improvement Lead) who has been providing training in Camden this term on Healthy Conversations.

7pm – Questions/Discussions from Attendees

Venue : Crowndale Centre, 218 Eversholt Street, London, NW1 1BD

Who is this event for
For SENCOs new to the role, and will also be a useful refresher for more experienced SENCOs regarding Camden’s procedures and best practice. This session if for all SENCOs in early years settings.

What does this event cover
In this course you will learn about the SEN Code of Practice and the statutory duties regarding children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The day also shows you formats and systems to support you in your role. It is an essential course for SENCOs new to the role in Camden.

The focus of the course will be on:
• Defining a special educational need.
• The Code of Practice procedures.
• The role of the SENCO.
• Setting and reviewing targets.
• Working with parents.

Venue : Virtual CPD Session, Digital Classroom, Virtual CPD Session

Who is this event for
To provide Headteachers, Senior Leaders, Business Managers, Bursars, Office Manager & Premises staff with the essential information required for the effective management of asbestos remaining in schools and children’s centres.

What does this event cover
This course covers the essential information required for the effective management of asbestos remaining in schools and children’s centres.

Areas covered include:

1. Camden’s asbestos policy and arrangements
2. Types of asbestos survey and understanding survey data
3. Use of asbestos management plans
4. Effective use of the permission to work procedure
5. Incident management
6. Asbestos works

By attending the course you will:

1. be able to identify the important parts of the Asbestos Survey, what it means to the school and how to ensure staff, children and visitor safety.
2. understand your role and responsibilities in relation to managing asbestos where it remains in situ
3. be able to implement effective practical management in your workplace including the permission to work procedure, annual inspections and reporting asbestos related incidents
4. be able to act as an authorising officer for the school and complete the permission to work log
5. be aware of where to look for further information and advice

Venue : Virtual CPD Session, Digital Classroom, Virtual CPD Session

Who is this event for
Mental Health Leads.

What does this event cover
We look forward to welcoming you to the Mental Health Leads Network meeting which provides a supportive space for all Mental Health Leads. It is an opportunity to meet other MH Leads, share what you are doing, discuss challenges and develop good ideas and strategies to help you in your role. We have invited along a Clinical Psychologist who will speak to the group about work with young people and adults who have experienced PTSD and / or are seeking asylum and will share some ideas for how you can support pupils experiencing these issues.