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168 Art courses in Spennymoor

Ushering The Team Back To The Workplace

By Dickson Training Ltd

Most organisations and businesses are trying to navigate the best way back to a functional working framework. But two things need to happen - 1. The working practices need to be efficient, sustainable and compatible for meeting the demands and needs of the organisation; it’s clients, it’s workforce and it’s Leaders 2. The culture needs to be welcoming, authentic and supportive otherwise there will be disenfranchisement and potentially a churn of staff and loss of talent What has been proven to be a very successful approach to mitigate the dangers of demotivated team members and poor efficiency levels is a bespoke ‘Ushering the Team Back to the Workplace’ workshop. Programme Outline Below is a template of an actual Programme that has been delivered very successfully for clients such as the NHS; Claranet; Jotun Paints & Workspace. This, however, can be modified to suit any group or size. It will be designed to reflect the Organisation’s preferred Hybrid working framework and communication systems. The options of having the innovative Real Play technique to help handle delicate conversations is especially effective. The biggest gain is to reconnect the relationships via the activities and exercises, which would be selected carefully. Key commitments and buy-in is always the priority outcomes - which this programme will help deliver in just 1 day. The objectives include: Making the transition back to working as a collaborative team Enhancing the Leadership skills of the team Reviewing/establishing the Hybrid working protocols Galvanising the Team spirit Maintain inclusivity among full-time; part-time and Region based team members Energising and motivational Fun! Exercise – Round the Bend The team are to follow the instructions delivered as they walk (and jump) through the route – always keeping a safe distance apart. The instructions become more complicated as they progress. Debriefing points: Dealing with Change Attention to Detail Adapting approach Optimising results Exercise - Number Crunch (3 x Cohorts of 12/13) The team must be effectively led and motivated to work as one unified group to reach their objective of visiting each numbered location within a very tight deadline. Debriefing points: Support and co-ordination Strategy and planning Adapting approach Optimising results Tutorial – Team Dynamics Tuckman model Phases of Development towards Maturity Exercise - Juggling (3 x Cohorts of 12/13) The group(s) will be invited to optimise the number of ‘clients’ (juggling balls) they can manage at one time. This involves devising a sequence between the group to achieve maximum results without making any mistakes. We introduce different balls which represent different degrees of complexity, challenging the group’s preparation and approach to a variety ‘customers’ needs. Debriefing points: Ensuring effective communication Clarifying the approach for dealing with the unexpected Setting expectations and reviewing delivery Treating every colleague with care and respect Tutorial - Email Etiquette The primary standards – best practices ABSURD model Preparation and planning Top Tips World Cafe The team are split into 5-6 sub-groups – each with a specific review focus:- What recommendations do you have to engage the team back into the Workplace? How do we ensure the framework is efficient? What are the best ways to optimise team working strategically when most/all team members are in the office? What potential barriers are there? How do we accommodate for the Regional team members? What are the benefits to bringing the team back to the workplace? Each session has 2 – 3 rounds with each table’s ‘host’ sharing feedback for applying to the Team Action Plan – or Charter. Debriefing points: Each Syndicate’s recommendations and capture the key actions they generate 'Real Play' We offer an innovative solution to bring real Leadership/team scenarios to life. We use actors who improvise scenarios which have been specified by the group. The group is split the group into 2 sub-groups, one with the Actor, the other with the Trainer. Each group has a brief and has to instruct their Trainer/Actor on how to approach the scenario supplied. The Actor and Trainer perform the role play(s) as instructed by their respective teams; however, during the action they can be paused for further recommendations or direction. The outcome is the responsibility of the team(s) – not the performers Assign 24 x ‘Directors’ (4 for each Player – Phil & Julia – for each Real Play. Potential Real Play Scenarios: Engaging with a team member as to how the new working plans will be applied. Overcoming concerns to the new working practices/framework Addressing issues where a team member feels excluded from the teamworking practices/culture Debrief the Programme Individual Action Plans Team Priorities for application into the workplace

Ushering The Team Back To The Workplace
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Explore the World of Graffiti with BSL tour guide.

By Deaf & Hearing Trailblazers

Artist and graffiti explorer Sam Perkins offers a unique experience tour of local graffiti in your area. He explains how graffiti artists work, their techniques, and some interesting facts about graffiti culture. All this is available in British Sign Language (BSL)

Explore the World of Graffiti with BSL tour guide.
Delivered In-Person in Nuneaton or UK WideFlexible Dates
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RSPH level 2 Identifying and Controlling Food Allergy Risks Training Course

By Kitchen Tonic Training Company and Food Safety Consultants

RSPH level 2 Identifying and Controlling Food Allergy Risks Training Course Do you need an allergy trainer to come to your food business and teach your staff face to face about food and drink allergens, their dangers and how to control them? Our allergy trainer can come to your business and deliver this course at your business premises. Although we are based in London, we are happy to travel and deliver this course at your business location. (Trainer travel fees may be applicable depending on your location). Staff will receive interactive training and coaching on allergens and intolerances with an experienced trainer. We can also tweak the training to include issues you would like to cover. See our website for more details. Special offer for on-site allergy training. £250 plus £20pp includes RSPH exam fees (usually £350 plus £30pp) This course is suitable for any catering business such as restaurants, pubs, hotels, cafes, catering companies, cooks, self employed, artisans, event caterers and more. This course is also important for staff who are Front of House, who take customer orders and relay the orders to cooks and chefs and other people who are preparing food for customers who have allergies and or intolerances. This is a short one day training course, typically 9am-3pm. Topics covered include- Allergens, Allergen Identification, Cross contact, Cross Contamination, Allergic Reactions, Food Intolerances, Coeliac, Anaphylaxis, Natasha's Law, UK Food Safety Regulations, Allergy Controls, Substituting ingredients, Customer Communication and what to do in an Emergency. Contact us to book training.

RSPH level 2 Identifying and Controlling Food Allergy Risks Training Course
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HACCP Trainer - HACCP Level 2 RSPH - Onsite Training Nationwide

By Kitchen Tonic Training Company and Food Safety Consultants

HACCP Trainer and HACCP Training Courses

HACCP Trainer - HACCP Level 2 RSPH - Onsite Training Nationwide
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How Disposable Vapes Can Help You Quit Smoking?

By Vape Shop 247

Discover how disposable vapes like the Flavour Beast DCP 20K can assist you in quitting smoking. Explore benefits such as controlled nicotine intake, reduced harmful chemicals, and the convenience of shopping at a Canadian vape shop online.

How Disposable Vapes Can Help You Quit Smoking?
Delivered In-Person in Calgary or UK WideFlexible Dates
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Coaching Leaders for High-Impact Performance

By Elite Forums Events

Course Duration: Half-day or full-day program (with virtual delivery options) Target Audience: Mid-to-senior level leaders, executives, managers, HR professionals, and leadership development coaches looking to enhance their leadership capabilities and create high-performing teams. Course Objectives By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the role of coaching in leadership development and high-impact performance. Learn effective coaching strategies to inspire and elevate team performance. Develop skills in active listening, providing feedback, and fostering accountability. Enhance their ability to set clear goals, motivate teams, and create a culture of continuous improvement. Build an action plan for coaching their teams towards high-impact performance. Course Outline Module 1: The Role of Leadership in High-Impact Performance What defines high-impact leadership and performance? The difference between managing and coaching: leadership approaches that drive results The impact of leadership on organisational culture, productivity, and morale Essential leadership competencies for driving high performance Module 2: The Coaching Mindset Understanding the coaching mindset: shifting from directive leadership to empowering leadership Coaching as a tool for leadership development and team performance The benefits of a growth mindset in leadership and performance Key attributes of an effective coach: empathy, active listening, emotional intelligence Module 3: Key Coaching Skills for Leaders Active listening: asking the right questions, listening beyond the words Giving and receiving feedback: providing constructive feedback to motivate and improve performance Building rapport and trust with team members Coaching for growth: helping individuals unlock their potential and build confidence Challenging and supporting: knowing when to push for growth and when to provide support Module 4: Setting Clear, Achievable Goals The importance of goal-setting in coaching for high-performance Setting SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) Aligning team goals with organisational objectives and strategy Techniques for holding team members accountable to their goals Creating a culture of continuous feedback and improvement Module 5: Motivating and Inspiring Teams The psychology of motivation: intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation Leveraging strengths: identifying and utilising team members’ core strengths for high impact Building team ownership: fostering a sense of responsibility and autonomy Using recognition and reward systems to motivate performance Building resilience: coaching through setbacks and challenges Module 6: Coaching for Performance and Development Balancing short-term performance goals with long-term development needs Identifying potential and growth opportunities in your team Conducting effective one-on-one coaching sessions: structure and frameworks Using assessments and data to drive coaching decisions (e.g., 360-degree feedback, performance metrics) Encouraging self-reflection and self-coaching in team members Module 7: Leading through Change and Uncertainty Coaching leaders to navigate change: resilience in times of uncertainty The role of leadership in creating clarity and stability during change Helping teams embrace change and uncertainty with a growth mindset Leading with emotional intelligence during periods of transition Module 8: Action Planning for High-Impact Leadership Coaching Reflecting on your coaching style and leadership strengths Developing an action plan for coaching individual team members and leading high-performing teams Defining key coaching strategies and techniques for ongoing leadership development Creating a culture of feedback and continuous growth within your team Setting up regular check-ins and performance reviews to monitor progress Delivery Style Highly interactive with coaching demonstrations, role-playing, and peer-to-peer coaching exercises Real-world case studies and leadership scenarios to apply key concepts Practical tools, templates, and frameworks for implementing coaching in the workplace Personal action planning for leadership development and team performance Group discussions and reflection activities Course Materials Provided Leadership Coaching Framework and Templates SMART Goals Worksheet and Coaching Conversation Guide Feedback and Accountability Tools Leadership Development Action Plan Resource list: Books, podcasts, and articles on leadership coaching Optional Add-ons One-on-one leadership coaching sessions for personalised development Post-course check-ins and follow-up coaching to track progress Group coaching sessions for team leaders to share best practices and support one another Tailored modules focused on specific leadership challenges (e.g., change management, team dynamics)

Coaching Leaders for High-Impact Performance
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Coaching Leaders for High-Impact Performance

By Elite Forums UK

Course Duration: Half-day or full-day program (with virtual delivery options) Target Audience: Mid-to-senior level leaders, executives, managers, HR professionals, and leadership development coaches looking to enhance their leadership capabilities and create high-performing teams. Course Objectives By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the role of coaching in leadership development and high-impact performance. Learn effective coaching strategies to inspire and elevate team performance. Develop skills in active listening, providing feedback, and fostering accountability. Enhance their ability to set clear goals, motivate teams, and create a culture of continuous improvement. Build an action plan for coaching their teams towards high-impact performance. Course Outline Module 1: The Role of Leadership in High-Impact Performance What defines high-impact leadership and performance? The difference between managing and coaching: leadership approaches that drive results The impact of leadership on organisational culture, productivity, and morale Essential leadership competencies for driving high performance Module 2: The Coaching Mindset Understanding the coaching mindset: shifting from directive leadership to empowering leadership Coaching as a tool for leadership development and team performance The benefits of a growth mindset in leadership and performance Key attributes of an effective coach: empathy, active listening, emotional intelligence Module 3: Key Coaching Skills for Leaders Active listening: asking the right questions, listening beyond the words Giving and receiving feedback: providing constructive feedback to motivate and improve performance Building rapport and trust with team members Coaching for growth: helping individuals unlock their potential and build confidence Challenging and supporting: knowing when to push for growth and when to provide support Module 4: Setting Clear, Achievable Goals The importance of goal-setting in coaching for high-performance Setting SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) Aligning team goals with organisational objectives and strategy Techniques for holding team members accountable to their goals Creating a culture of continuous feedback and improvement Module 5: Motivating and Inspiring Teams The psychology of motivation: intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation Leveraging strengths: identifying and utilising team members’ core strengths for high impact Building team ownership: fostering a sense of responsibility and autonomy Using recognition and reward systems to motivate performance Building resilience: coaching through setbacks and challenges Module 6: Coaching for Performance and Development Balancing short-term performance goals with long-term development needs Identifying potential and growth opportunities in your team Conducting effective one-on-one coaching sessions: structure and frameworks Using assessments and data to drive coaching decisions (e.g., 360-degree feedback, performance metrics) Encouraging self-reflection and self-coaching in team members Module 7: Leading through Change and Uncertainty Coaching leaders to navigate change: resilience in times of uncertainty The role of leadership in creating clarity and stability during change Helping teams embrace change and uncertainty with a growth mindset Leading with emotional intelligence during periods of transition Module 8: Action Planning for High-Impact Leadership Coaching Reflecting on your coaching style and leadership strengths Developing an action plan for coaching individual team members and leading high-performing teams Defining key coaching strategies and techniques for ongoing leadership development Creating a culture of feedback and continuous growth within your team Setting up regular check-ins and performance reviews to monitor progress Delivery Style Highly interactive with coaching demonstrations, role-playing, and peer-to-peer coaching exercises Real-world case studies and leadership scenarios to apply key concepts Practical tools, templates, and frameworks for implementing coaching in the workplace Personal action planning for leadership development and team performance Group discussions and reflection activities Course Materials Provided Leadership Coaching Framework and Templates SMART Goals Worksheet and Coaching Conversation Guide Feedback and Accountability Tools Leadership Development Action Plan Resource list: Books, podcasts, and articles on leadership coaching Optional Add-ons One-on-one leadership coaching sessions for personalised development Post-course check-ins and follow-up coaching to track progress Group coaching sessions for team leaders to share best practices and support one another Tailored modules focused on specific leadership challenges (e.g., change management, team dynamics)

Coaching Leaders for High-Impact Performance
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Dyane's Stitch in Time

dyane's stitch in time

Durham

She holds a B’tec in Art and Design – focussing on Textile Art in particular Fashion Design and Batik, then trained in Clothing Manufacture & Management at Jacob Kranmer Collage (Now Leeds College of Art) in Leeds more than 30 years ago. Eight years later she took time out to gain a BA(hons) in Environmental Ethics at Wolverhampton University. In recent years she took her PGCE for Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector at University of Sunderland. Over the years she has stitched costumes, cushions and curtains for numerous projects / shows in England, Wales, India & Canada; becoming a company director of Eco-Babes – a cloth nappy company in 1998 until 2006 and Arts Director for Gaunless Valley Creatives CIC 2015 – 2018. As an artist some of her Batiks with freestyle embroidery have been exhibited in Art Galleries. Dyane’s Stitch in Time was set up in Norfolk in 2008 and moved back to County Durham in 2012. By focussing on Repairs & Alterations, she blends her skill in sewing with her interest in the environment with particular focus on waste minimisation. She also uses a vintage hand wheel Singer during power cuts and for repairs to vintage clothing. Over the years Dyane has enjoyed combining her textile skills with her environmental concerns & community spirit with others of all ages. Of particular success is the Stitch Kidz Club held for KS2 & KS3 Children, originally in Norfolk with kids becoming skilled enough to make their own trousers, skirts and tops, this has now been revived succesfully in this area. Stitch Kidz don’t just make items for themselves they get involved with the community, making dresses from pillowcases for a local Trashion show which were then sent to Dress a Girl around the world. Plus some of the accesories hats, bags and belts for National Show Kynryn for their community certificate :-). Many in Sew Social help make washable cloth sanitary pads for women in Syria and Pakistan. On moving to Durham she has become involved with holding a variety of Textile and Art Workshops for children, teens and Adults in the local Community via Lot 64 in Darlington The Bowes Museum, The Hub, Witham, NeST – Barnard Castle, Evenwood Family Programme, Gaunless Valley Creatives in Cockfield, Colour Your Life, The POD – Bishop Auckland, Auckland Castle, The Forum – Northalerton, UK Sewing Shop – Darlington, Durham Crafty Mums and several schools. Recently there has been a resurgence of interest in learning more practical life skills, folk dusting down their sewing machines and wanting to learn how to sew. I enjoy working with individuals helping them to learn these essentials, working on personal projects. In 2020 during the first Lockdown of the pandemic Dyane’s Stitch in Time had to temporarily close the business for three months, however Dyane got very busy volunteering with the Sewing for the Front Line North East project, started by Zoe Worrell & Alison Mathews instead, becoming one of their area co-ordinators, networking with other co-ordinators and personally ensuring around 35 home sewers had the patterns, donated fabric (including a lot of bedding to be upcycled 🙂 and the haberdashery they needed to create the Scrubs, Gowns, washbags & ear defenders that our NHS staff desperately needed. Stitch Kidz got involved too from their homes, making wash bags and heart pairs for families of covid patients in intensive care. Through all the amazing efforts of the local home sewers she was able to covid safely deliver thousands of items including hundreds of scrub sets and gowns to Auckland, Durham, Darlington Memorial General Hospitals, West Park, Auckland Park and Lanchester Mental Health Hospitals, some fun childrens’ character themed ones even reached paediatric teams in hospitals further afield and the local community teams of Midwives and Health visitors. Towards the end of lockdown we were also able to give 150 gowns to Premier Care for their large team of local Carers in Bishop. All in all between all the incredible volunteers – donating time and skills the Area Co-ordinators and their home Sewing ladies (and children) we were able to supply thousands of scrubs, gowns and washbags to help protect our NHS and Care home workers from the corona virus all across Northumbria, Durham and Teesside. Although later lockdowns have not meant the business has had to close, as we have adapted to the constantly changing ‘new normal’, it has severely limited the service that can be offered. So in early 2021 Dyane is using the quieter business time to complete a course in Direct Method Construction for high end dressmaking. She hopes these enhanced pattern construction skills will serve her customers well and add to the skills she can share in workshops when such activities can resume 🙂