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<h1 dir="ltr" id="isPasted" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Course Overview:</h1>This training based on leading teams will help you to develop anyone that leads a team or is involved in a leadership role. It is also useful for those that are about to embark on a position of leadership or need to develop their leadership skills.Course Contents:Having an effective team around you is crucial. However, it is an area that is often left to chance, which can lead to de-motivated individuals that do not feel part of the business and consequently do not perform. This course looks at what it takes to lead an effective team and how you can get the best out of the people in it by understanding the role of the leader, both personally and from the point of view of the team.Course Topics:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Qualities of an Effective Leader&nbsp;&ndash; Identifying the key characteristics of effective leaders, rating themselves against them and establishing key actions to develop the skills.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Leader or Manager?&nbsp;&ndash; Establishing the difference between the two and comparing themselves to those qualities.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">That Vision Thing&nbsp;&ndash; Making the business vision &lsquo;live&rsquo; for the team by answering key questions.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Developing Your Team Goals&nbsp;&ndash; Reviewing an action plan that develops clear goals for their team based on the business vision.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Motivation&nbsp;&ndash; Determining the &lsquo;Why&rsquo; for their staff and developing an understanding of emotions in a business context.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">What Motivates?&nbsp;&ndash; Looking at specific motivators for individuals and understanding that everyone is motivated by different things.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Being Consistently Different&nbsp;&ndash; Going against popular leadership theory and identifying that each staff member needs to be treated differently.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Dealing With Difficult Team Members&nbsp;&ndash; Understanding why team members are difficult. Looking at different behavior types and strategies for responding to them. Also, realizing that &lsquo;difficult&rsquo; behavior sometimes has its benefits.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Coaching&nbsp;&ndash; Using a simple method of coaching, including action plans.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Three Key Skills of Coaching&nbsp;&ndash; Looking at the skills required to be an effective coach.</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Instant Results Coaching&nbsp;&ndash; Coaching in a hurry!</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Can Do Coaching Practice&nbsp;&ndash; Putting the learning into practice</li></ul>Course Feature:By the end of this training you will be able to:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Explain the qualities of an effective leader</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Benchmark themselves against those qualities and develop actions to improve</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Explain the difference between leading and managing</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Explain the value of sharing the business vision with the team</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Develop team goals based on the business vision</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Motivate their staff by understanding their drivers and developing actions to support them</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Deal with difficult staff members</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Challenge staff in a meaningful and effective way</li><li dir="ltr" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); box-sizing: border-box;" fr-original-style="color:#000000;">Coach staff effectively using a simple process</li></ul>Certification:Once after the training you receive course completion certificate from MangatesWho can Attend?Anybody who is interested in learning Effective Skills to Lead a Team.

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate | Language: English
Duration: 1 Day | Credits: 8 PDUs
Course Delivery: Classroom | Virtual Live
Lunch and Beverages are included in a classroom session

Course Overview:
This practical sales skills training has been developed for salespeople or people who are required to sell as part of their role. This course is applicable for both people relatively new to sales as well as those who have a lot of experience as the content is flexible enough to adapt to suit the audience.
If you want your team to exceed sales targets and gain instant results, this sales training is for you!
Course Contents:
The core aim of this sales skills training is to provide you with a set of tools that can be practicably used in your role as salesperson
The skills provided are simply a collection of valuable methods of achieving sales. There are many tips and techniques that will be incredibly useful and will help you personally develop a successful sales approach whilst enhancing your performance.
Course Topics:
The skills have been produced from many year’s experience in sales and have been tried and tested in a business environment.
Introduction, the 80:20 Rule – Why 20% of salespeople produce 80% of the business
The Perfect Salesperson –  What makes a perfect salesperson and how do the participants individually compare? An exercise which helps the participants appreciate that they need to develop further
Goal Setting – Why and how to set personal performance goals. Followed by an exercise on setting these goals
Build Trust – Developing trust and rapport with a prospect and understanding why this is crucial to their success.
Ask the Right Questions – Developing questioning skills and realising that it is often questions that will develop sales rather than a just a good pitch. With example questions
Engage the Customer – Understanding the life time value of a customer, serving them better and ensuring they perceive the value of the relationship
Be Specific – Adapting their approach to suit the individual customer with an activity related to identifying the specific benefits to the customer
Make Your Customer Smarter – Realizing that customers are now more willing to be educated on products and services and often have already researched prior to the sales conversation. How to deal with this with regards the participants specific products/service
Maximize Your Efficiency – Learning from missed sales and developing further skills to overcome this
Catch Yourself Doing it Right – You can learn from good stuff too!
Know Your Products – An in-depth look at specific products and how to educate themselves in order to maximize sales through product knowledge
Develop a Competitive Advantage – A series of questions that will put the participants one step ahead of the competition
Handle Objections – Identifying typical objections and preparing responses to them in order to practice until they are welcomed with open arms. Also includes set techniques to overcome objections
Ask for the Business – Ensuring the participants can spot buying signals and know how to respond to them in order to lead the prospect to close. Specific advice on closing questions
Follow Up After the Sale – Ensuring that the complete sales process is seamless and the participants understand their responsibilities with regard to creating an exceptional customer experience
Apply the Skills in Your Role – A session on ensuring the learning from the session is practically applied in the participant's role.
Course Feature:
At the end of this sales skills training course your participants will be able to:
Explain what sets the best salespeople apart
Follow set personal goals to sales success
Use a series of practical sales skills to increase their selling potential
Practically apply these skills to their sales role
Certification:
Once after the training you receive course completion certificate from Mangates
Who can Attend?
Anybody who is interested in learning Practical Sales Skills.

Mangates

Practical Sales Skills 1 Day Workshop in Oxford

The sale ends 5 days before the event starts.

Early Bird Fee

The sale ends 10 days before the event starts.

Standard Fee

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate | Language: English
Duration: 1 Day | Credits: 8 PDUs
Course Delivery: Classroom | Virtual Live
Lunch and Beverages are included in a classroom session
Course Overview:
Providing outstanding customer service can make the difference between gaining, keeping, or losing a customer. In this one-day Customer Service Essentials training course, you gain foundational knowledge, leverage proven techniques, and apply best practices that will help develop and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with your customers, while continuing to grow your customer base. Gaining these essential customer service skills can help your company boost their customer retention and acquisition metrics.
Course Topics:
Assessing your attitude to customer service
Practicing verbal and vocal skills
Handling customer complaints and difficult situations
Demonstrating empathy and building rapport
Defining the Golden Rules for Success
Course Feature:
You Will Learn How To:
Adopt a confident, consistent approach that ensures great service
Apply best practice communication techniques to connect with your customers
Choose and apply techniques that create customer loyalty and exceed expectations
Respond positively and constructively to customer problems
Certification:
Once after the training you receive course completion certificate from Mangates
Who can Attend?
No formal prerequisites are required to attend this course.

Customer Service Essentials 1 Day Training in Oxford

Boost Customer Satisfaction: Join us 1 Day Training in Oxford

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate | Language: English
Duration: 1 Day | Credits: 8 PDUs
Course Delivery: Classroom | Virtual Live
Lunch and Beverages are included in a classroom session
Course Overview:
According to a 1973 survey by the Sunday Times of London, 41% of people list public speaking as their biggest fear. Forget small spaces, darkness, and spiders, standing up in front of a crowd and talking is far more terrifying for most people. Through this workshop you will become more confident and relaxed in front of an audience which will translate into a successful speaking event.
However, mastering this fear and getting comfortable speaking in public can be a great ego booster, not to mention a huge benefit to your career. The Public Speaking workshop will give participants some public speaking skills, including in-depth information on developing an engaging program and delivering their presentation with power.
Learning Objectives:
Inside This Training, You'll Learn
Completely remove your stage fear and become a dynamic speaker
Raise your confidence up to a level you never thought to be possible!
Deeper insights into group dynamics
Presentation design, skills & styles
Tools to get your audience to say yes to you
Advanced new behavior patterns required for public speaking
Control time for effective training
Secrets of mind control techniques
Develop your personal winning style
Agenda:
Module One: Identifying Your Audience
Performing a Needs Analysis
Creating an Audience Profile
Identifying Key Questions and Concerns
Module Two: Creating a Basic Outline
Outlining the Situation
Identifying the Task That Had to Be Performed
Listing the Actions You Took
Revealing the Results
Module Three: Organizing the Program
Making Organization Easy
Organizational Methods
Classifying and Categorizing
Module Four: Fleshing It Out
Identifying Appropriate Sources
Establishing Credibility
The Importance of Citations
Module Five: Putting It All Together
 Writing Your Presentation
Adding a Plan B
Reviewing, Editing, and Rewriting
Module Six: Being Prepared
Checking Out the Venue
Gathering Materials
A 24 Hour Checklist
Module Seven: Overcoming Nervousness
A Visit from the Boss
Preparing Mentally
Physical Relaxation Techniques
Appearing Confident in Front of the Crowd (Even If You Donâ€™t Feel That Way)
Module Eight: Delivering Your Speech (I)
Starting Off on the Right Foot
Using Visual Aids
Checking the Volume of Your Voice
Module Nine: Delivering Your Speech (II)
Adjusting on the Fly
Gauging Whether Breaks Are Required
Wrapping Up and Winding Down
Module Ten: Questions and Answers
Ground Rules
Answering Questions That Sound Like an Attack
Dealing with Complex Questions
Module Eleven: Wrapping Up
Words from the Wise
Review of Parking Lot
Lessons Learned
Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations
Target Audience:
Anybody who is interested in Public Speaking Skills

Public Speaking 1 Day Training in Oxford

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate | Language: English
Duration: 1 Day | Credits: 8 PDUs
Course Delivery: Classroom | Virtual Live
Lunch and Beverages are included in a classroom session
Course Overview:
Communication Skills are the most highly valued skills in today’s business environment. Successful professionals who add value to their companies communicate clearly, accurately and effectively. Poor communication skills, on the other hand, restrict even the most talented professionals from getting ahead in the business world.
Communication Skills intensive is a cutting edge training program designed to help today’s business professionals take their communication skills and effectiveness to the next level. It immerses you into the most advanced and innovative communication techniques.
You will dive deep into all forms of verbal, non-verbal and written communication, and come out with a developed sense of personal communication style that will help you to connect with, communicate to, and inspire people around you. The ability to communicate information accurately, clearly and as intended, is a vital life skill and something that should not be overlooked. It’s never too late to work on your communication skills and by doing so improve your quality of life.
Learning Objectives:
Script yourself with clear, compelling and well-developed messages that reflect your thinking .
Speak with vision and a logical structure that drives home your points.
Answer questions confidently.
Develop professional relationships and networks.
Communicate with empathy and compassion .
Inspire people by appealing to their emotions.
Move from an informational to an inspirational and action oriented style when creating and delivering presentations.
Integrate effective slides into your presentations.
Become a more powerful leader and communicator by applying effective strategic planning and writing tactics for enhanced writing speed and fluency.
Target Audience:
There is no Eligibility Criteria for this training, anyone can attend this training
Agenda:
The Science of Effective Human Communication
Frames of Business and Communication
Principles and Strategies for Effective Business Conversations
Art of Giving and Receiving Feedback
How to Listen Effectively and Accurately
Science of Body Language
How to look confident and charismatic
Business Presentation Skills and Strategies
Powerpoint Best Practices
Principles and Techniques for Effective Written Communication
How to write clear, concise and fast at the same time

Communication

Coaching Skills

Communication Skills 1 Day Training in Oxford



































































Certificate: Course Completion Certificate | Language: English
Duration: 1 Day | Credits: 8 PDUs
Course Delivery: Classroom | Virtual Live
Lunch and Beverages are included in a classroom session
Course Overview:
The meaning of Soft Skills can sometimes be difficult to describe. It can be that unique attribute or characteristic that facilitates great communication. It can be the special way that you show confidence in a challenging situation. The events can become more easily managed with this great workshop.
With our 10 Soft Skills You Need workshop your participants will begin to see how important it is to develop a core set of soft skills. By managing and looking at how people interact and seeing things in a new light, your participants will improve almost every aspect of their careers.
Target Audience:
Professionals who are interested in learning 10 Soft Skills.
Learning Objectives:
After completing this course, Individuals will be able to demonstrate their understanding of:
What are Soft Skills?
Effective Communication
Teamwork
Problem Solving
Time Management
Attitude and Work Ethic
Adaptability/Flexibility
Self-Confidence
Ability to Learn From Criticism
Networking
Agenda:
Module One: What are Soft Skills?
Definition of Soft Skills
Empathy and the Emotional Intelligence Quotient
Professionalism
Learned vs. Inborn Traits
Case Study
Module One: Review Questions
Module Two: Soft Skill 1: Communication
Ways We Communicate
Improving Non-Verbal Communication
Listening
Openness and Honesty
Case Study
Module Two: Review Questions
Module Three: Soft Skill 2: Teamwork
Identifying Capabilities
Get Into Your Role
Learn the Whole Process
The Power of Flow
Case Study
Module Three: Review Questions
Module Four: Soft Skill 3: Problem Solving
Define the Problem
Generate Alternative Solutions
Evaluate the Plans
Implementation and Re-evaluation
Case Study
Module Four: Review Questions
Module Five: Soft Skill 4: Time Management
The Art of Scheduling
Prioritizing
Managing Distractions
The Multitasking Myth
Case Study
Module Five: Review Questions
Module Six: Soft Skills 5 and 6: Attitude and Work Ethic
What Are You Working For?
Caring for Others vs. Self
Building Trust
Work Is Its Own Reward
Case Study
Module Six: Review Questions
Module Seven: Soft Skill 7: Adaptability/Flexibility
Getting over the Good Old Days Syndrome
Changing to Manage Process
Changing to Manage People
Showing You"'re Worth Your Weight in Adaptability
Case Study
Module Seven: Review Questions
Module Eight: Soft Skill 8: Self-Confidence
Confident Traits
Self-Questionnaire
Surefire Confidence Building Tactics
Build Up Others
Case Study
Module Eight: Review Questions
Module Nine: Soft Skill 9: Ability to Learn From Criticism
Wow, You Mean I’m Not Perfect?
Listen With An Open Mind
Analyze and Learn
Clear the Air and Don"t Hold Any Grudges
Case Study
Module Nine: Review Questions
Module Ten: Soft Skill 10: Networking
Redefining Need
Identifying Others" Interests
Reaching Out
When to Back Off
Case Study
Module Ten: Review Questions
Module Eleven: Wrapping Up
Words From The Wise
Review Of The Parking Lot
Lessons Learned
Recommended Reading
Completion Of Action Plans And Evaluations

10 Soft Skills You Need 1 Day Training in Oxford

Building Better Careers with Soft Skills: 1-Day Workshop in Oxford

Brackley

Learn how to set up your domestic machine for free motion embroidery or drawing with a sewing machine. &nbsp;
Get started with some simple exercises and then practice the technique to develop confidence in free motion stitching.
Design a simple picture and complete a small applique and free motion embroidery picture during the three hour session.If you would rather focus on free motion for quilting we can set up a small quilt sandwich and get started on some regular quilting patterns and motifs.&nbsp;
Please note you will need a sewing machine which is capable of dropping the feed dogs and a darning foot - please call me if you have any question about your machines capability for free motion stitching.
A cuppa and cake will be available to all participants and materials will also be provided.&nbsp;

Learn how to set up your domestic machine for free motion embroidery or drawing with a sewing machine. 
Get started with some simple exercises and then practice the technique to develop confidence in free motion stitching.
Design a simple picture and complete a small applique and free motion embroidery picture during the three hour session.
If you would rather focus on free motion for quilting we can set up a small quilt sandwich and get started on some regular quilting patterns and motifs. 
Please note you will need a sewing machine which is capable of dropping the feed dogs and a darning foot - please call me if you have any question about your machines capability for free motion stitching.
A cuppa and cake will be available to all participants and materials will also be provided. 

Stitching Kitchen

Stitch

Sewing

Needlework

A starting class covering the absolute basics of free motion embroidery with plenty of hints and tips to get your started with this very satisfying technique. 

Sewing Machine Doodles

General admission

Welcome to the fascinating alchemy that is wet felting.&nbsp; Starting with wool fibres in a wide range of colours we will create a piece of felt &ndash; which could be a picture or completely abstract. &nbsp;The finished fabric will be suitable to stitch into or just hang on the wall. &nbsp;
During the workshop you will learn all the skills you need to be a successful felter.&nbsp; You will choose the fibres, layer them in the right way and then wet the wool and encourage it to knit together.&nbsp; Once the initial wool tangling has been achieved it is then onto the felting proper, it does take a bit of energy on your part but is worth the effort.&nbsp;
You will take home a finished item at the end of the session and I will keep you motivated with tea and cake!&nbsp;
If you want to continue at home, I always have plenty of wool roving and felting tools in stock.
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&nbsp;What&#39;s included -&nbsp;All materials, tutition, tea and cake
What to bring - Just yourself!

Come and join Hannah at Stitching Kitchen for an introduction to the fascinating alchemy that is wet felting. Starting with wool fibres in a wide range of colours, you will have fun creating a piece of felt – which could be a picture or completely abstract. The finished fabric will be suitable to stitch into or ready to simply hang on the wall. 



What you will learn/achieve
During the workshop you will learn all the skills you need to be a successful felter.
You will choose the fibres, layer them in the right way and then wet the wool and encourage it to knit together. Once the initial wool tangling has been achieved, it is then onto the felting proper. Wet felting does take a bit of physical energy on your part but it is great fun and is worth the effort. 
You will take home a finished item at the end of the session.



What's included
Tuition: full instruction and support in a small class (maximum of 6).
All the materials that you will need on the day, including merino wool roving.
Use of felting tools in the Stitching Kitchen studio on the day.
Tea and cake.
If you want to continue at home, Stitching Kitchen always has plenty of wool roving and felting tools in stock available for purchase.



What to bring
Stitching Kitchen is fully equipped with everything you will need. Just bring yourself!



About your tutor
Hannah owns and runs Stitching Kitchen. She is passionate about textile art and sewing, teaches embroidery, felt making, textile art, use of sewing machines, free motion stitching and basic dressmaking.



If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.


Arts & Crafts

Welcome to the fascinating alchemy that is wet felting.  Starting with wool fibres in a wide range of colours we will create a piece of felt which could be a picture or abstract


Intro to Wet Felting - Felt Picture Making

In 2025 UK corporation tax celebrates its 60th birthday. Despite many predictions that revenues would be eroded, corporation tax is forecast to raise record amounts in coming years.

The Labour government, like the governments that went before, want to make the UK the best place to invest and do business. They have made economic growth the number one mission. Does the new Corporate Tax Roadmap, with its emphasis on stability and certainty, provide the blueprint for a dynamic business environment? What can be learnt from the many past policy changes about how to make corporation tax fit for the future? How should the UK engage with international efforts to change the taxation of multinational companies? What are the challenges for small businesses? How can HMRC reduce uncertainty and rebuild trust with taxpayer? How should the broader set of taxes that impact businesses – including business rates – be reformed over this parliament? 

These are among the issues that will be discussed at the 2025 IFS residential conference, which is hosted in association with Deloitte.

The IFS Residential Conference is held biennially and brings together tax practitioners, academics, policymakers and people from business and the third sector to discuss an area of the tax system from a variety of angles. Since the first event in 1983 the conference has been used to debate the likely and desirable direction of tax policy and administration. We provide a space where tax professionals step away from their day jobs and help tackle important tax design questions.
Key Information
The conference will take place at St Anne's College, Oxford, from lunchtime on Thursday 3 April to late afternoon on Friday 4 April. A conference dinner and accommodation will be provided on Thursday night.

Full price ticket: £600 + VAT
Academic & charity rate: £375 + VAT

Corporate members of the Institute for Fiscal Studies receive one free place at this conference (gold members receive two free places). To book your free place or to find out more about membership, please email members@ifs.org.uk.

Included in your delegate fee: Ensuite accommodation at St Anne's College is provided on Thursday 3 April and delegates are invited to attend a drinks reception and formal conference dinner on that evening, as well as buffet lunches on both days. 

Day delegate rates: Please contact us if are interested in attending as a day delegate and do not require accommodation. In addition, we have a limited number of free day delegate places available for students. Please fill out this form to request a free student place.

Institute for Fiscal Studies

The IFS Residential Conference is held biennially and brings together tax practitioners, academics, policymakers and people from business and the third sector to discuss an area of the tax system from a variety of angles.

IFS residential conference 2025: How do we build a business tax system for the 21st century?

Full price ticket

Academic / Charity rate

Banbury

Venue: The Design & Technology Association, 11 Manor Park, Banbury, OX16 3TB
Date:    Wednesday 2nd April or Thursday 6th November 2025
12 SPACES AVAILABLE EACH COURSE
Time:   9.30 - 15.30
COST:  £205



*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & SELF-FUNDING TEACHERS *
TSC offers discounts for this course. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



Essential Manufacturing Skills: Mastering Textile Construction Techniques
An Essential Sewing & Making Skills Course for Teachers of GCSE & A Level Fashion & Textiles for both Art & Design and D&T.
In Partnership with Design & Technology Association, this is a new course from the Textile Skills Centre hosted at D&TA Centre in Banbury and with support from Janome UK.




This is a totally practical day learning and practicing a variety of sewing and making skills and threading and trouble shooting sewing machine faults. 
This course is open to teachers, technicians and support staff in the textiles classroom.



This course is aimed at D&T and Fashion & Textiles teachers who are either new to teaching, support staff such as classroom assistants and technicians, or those who want to learn and add to their existing skills.

Learn and practice essential manufacturing skills that will enhance your teaching.
Develop learning from KS3, creating independent, confident and enthusiastic learners at KS4/5, giving them the technical and practical expertise needed to perform everyday tasks confidently and to participate successfully in an increasingly technological world.
Gain knowledge and skills that will enable you to teach students to design and make high-quality prototypes and products for a wide range of users.
Acquiring new skills and knowledge to give you confidence in your teaching.



*ALERT: ECT/NQT's, TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & SELF-FUNDING TEACHERS *
TSC offers discounts for this course. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



What to expect on the day:
Learn and practice a range of sewing tasks, such as different seams, freehand embroidery, hems, and finishes.
Start to develop a sample book of stitch and finishing examples to use as a resource in the classroom.
How to thread a domestic sewing machine and overlocker and trouble shoot common problems.
Experiment and understand how to sew using different types of fabrics and their properties and suitable stitches/finishes.
Learn and practice simple making skills including sewing in a zip, bagging out, binding and finishing techniques.
Techniques and processes across all areas of study incl. simple patterns, making and finishing.
Make a simple product(lined tote bag) from start to finish, that can be transferred into the classroom.



Links to KS3-4 D&T Specifications:
Develop the creative, technical and practical expertise needed to perform everyday tasks confidently and to participate successfully in an increasingly technological world.
Build and apply a repertoire of knowledge, understanding and skills in order to design and make high-quality prototypes and products for a wide range of users.
Select from and use specialist tools, techniques, processes, equipment and machinery precisely.
Select from and use a wider, more complex range of materials, components and ingredients, taking into account their properties.







What you take back to school:
A fabulous sample book jammed packed with examples to use as a classroom resource.
Develop best practices in teaching and learning and be able to use these to create a dynamic course that is fast paced and engaging.
An awareness of available resources to support/expand your existing practice.
Make secure decisions and save time with gained knowledge and experience.
Plan the future with confidence.
Continued professional development.



What is special about the Essential Manufacturing Skills Course?
The Essential Manufacturing Skills face-to-face course is an experience that delivers textiles and fashion skills, knowledge and understanding. It is a great learning environment which allows you to gain new skills and techniques, showing how these can be incorporated in lesson plans and delivered in a fun, inspiring and engaging way. You can ask questions direct to the course developer/leader, practice skills, create classroom resources and network with other teachers.



Course Leader: DAWN FOXALL

DAWN FOXALL
Dawn Foxall has 35+ years’ experience in the textiles and garment industry including design consultant, schools presenter and resources developer for EMTEX; Fashion lecturer and programme developer at various UK Universities and FE colleges; course presenter for D&T Association, Key Stage Developments (KSD), SFE and other course providers.
Dawn was a co-founder of Liv.co.uk (2006-2014) , where she managed design, buying and sourcing from Fairtrade, organic suppliers in India and Egypt. She has since worked with brands such as LUSH Soaps and Weleda, sourcing ethical products and consulting for young designers and start-ups. In 2017 she launched her own knitwear brand FOXOLOGY designing and producing sustainably sourced collections. 
In 2015 Dawn set up the Textiles Skills Centre (formerly ‘Academy’) supporting textile teachers, delivering workshops and events. She continues to teach pattern cutting at various education and commercial establishments, as well as for Textiles Skills Centre and also drafts patterns and consults for industry.



COSTS & BOOKING VIA CADEMY: £ 205 / DAY  (+ Cademy Fees)



*ALERT: ALL ECT/TRAINEE TEACHERS, TECHNICIANS & SELF FUNDING TEACHERS*
We are able to give a discount for those that qualify for this course. Please contact dawn@textileskillscentre.com for more information.



Further information will be sent to the 'booker' and the 'guest' attendee nearer to the time of the event.
It is VERY important that your school finance officer supplies your full name and PERSONAL SCHOOL EMAIL, so that we are able to send you joining instructions and further details. If we only receive the ‘school office’ email address, we have found that this delays information getting to you, or information is not passed on. 
Refreshments will be provided throughout the day, but you need to bring a pack lunch.
If you have any queries, please email us at: info@textileskillscentre.com, and include your phone number and/or email so that we can contact you easily.

Textiles Skills Centre

Textiles

Fashion Crafts

Fashion Design

An Essential Sewing & Making Skills Course for Teachers of GCSE & A Level Fashion & Textiles for both Art & Design and D&T.

Essential Textiles Manufacture Skills (BANBURY) (D&TA)

This workshop is a slow and steady mindful stitching class where we will use linen and wool fabrics to create an appliqu&eacute; design of your choice. &nbsp;Using a range of simple but effective embroidery stitches in thicker thread to stand out with the woollen fabrics.This class is suitable for all and will allow us all to slow down, appreciate the fabrics and thread and put our busy lives aside for a few hours. &nbsp;Linen and wool are my favourite fabrics to hand stitch with.Your design may not be complete at the end of the session but you can take away all you need in terms of materials and knowledge to complete your textile art at home. &nbsp;You can frame your creation or use in a cushion or to decorate a bag. &nbsp;As always tea, cake are included in the workshop price along with all materials and tuition.&nbsp;

This workshop is a slow and steady mindful stitching class where we will use linen and wool fabrics to create an appliqué design of your choice. Using a range of simple but effective embroidery stitches in thicker thread to stand out with the woollen fabrics.
This class is suitable for all and will allow us all to slow down, appreciate the fabrics and thread and put our busy lives aside for a few hours. Linen and wool are my favourite fabrics to hand stitch with.
Your design may not be complete at the end of the session but you can take away all you need in terms of materials and knowledge to complete your textile art at home. You can frame your creation or use in a cushion or to decorate a bag. 
As always tea, cake are included in the workshop price along with all materials and tuition. 

Felting

Mindful hand stitching with Linen and Wool fabrics to create a simple appliqué piece.  

Wool and Linen Applique - Slow Stitch - Hand Embroidery

General Admission

This driver CPC course Rules of The Road &amp; Fuel-Efficient Driving is suitable for LGV &amp; PCV and will cover:Requirements, Speed Limits, SMART Motorways, Highway Code, Road Signs, Bridge Strikes, Mobile Phones, Sat-Navs, Traffic Accident Procedure, Benefits of Fuel-Efficient Driving, Fuels and Fluids, Use of Vehicles,&nbsp;Other Factors,&nbsp;Driving Safely and Fuel Efficiently.All courses start at 07:45 hrs and finish at 15:45 hrsAll courses are 8 hours long with included 2 breaks of 15 minutes and a lunch break of 30 minutes.Approval: This course is registered with JAUPT as approved for Driver CPC qualification.Course Approval Number: CRS18242/475.On completion of the course all attendees will receive certificate of attendance.Please note repeat courses are not accepted by DVSA and by joining this course you confirm that you are aware of the modules covered by you and certify that, if you have covered these before you are happy to repeat the modules due to needing further education on the subject.

This is an International Driver CPC - 7hours course - Vulnerable Road Users and it is suitable for LGV & PCV and will cover:
Where Do We Encounter VRU’s? Who Are the VRU’s? Sharing Road Space, Route Planning, New Traffic Systems, Professional Drivers Role, Hazard Perception, Defensive Driving, Blindspots, Vehicle Safety Systems, Cyclists, Pedestrians, Motorcyclists, Horse Riders
All courses start at 07:45 hrs and finish at 15:45 hrs
All courses are 8 hours long with included 2 breaks of 15 minutes and a lunch break of 30 minutes.
Approval: This course is registered with JAUPT as approved for Driver CPC qualification.
Course Approval Number: ICRS5814/475.
On completion of the course, all attendees will receive a certificate of attendance.
Please note repeat courses are not accepted by DVSA and by joining this course you confirm that you are aware of the modules covered by you and certify that, if you have covered these before you are happy to repeat the modules due to needing further education on the subject.

PETM

Road Safety

Driver CPC

Vulnerable Road Users - International CPC - Online

Registration starts at 7:30 AM. The training will begin promptly at 8:00 AM. Please plan your arrival accordingly to ensure you don't miss any important information.
Reduce Emissions, Save Costs, Earn a CPC Hours, and Ensure Full Compliance
Topics Covered:
FORS Lo-CITY Driver Training (3.5 hours):
	•	Relationship between driving style, fuel consumption, and environmental impact
	•	Benefits of regular vehicle maintenance and checks
	•	Fuel-efficient driving techniques
	•	Utilising in-vehicle technology for fuel economy
	•	Benefits of journey planning
	•	Alternative fuels for commercial vehicles
Highway Code Training Content:
Course introduction, objectives, and expectations.
Introduction to the Highway Code and its relevance.
Types of road users and training for various groups.
Respecting and understanding the risks to different road user categories.
Confirmation of knowledge quizzes covering all aspects of the Highway Code and traffic regulations.
Course Details:
Format: Remote Session (7 hours)
CPC Hours: Yes
Cost: £89.50 - Includes course fee, Driver CPC Upload fee, VAT
This award-winning program (awarded the prestigious Education in Transport award at the 2017 National Courier Awards) is perfect for any fleet operator looking to:
Meet FORS Gold accreditation requirements.
Improve driver performance and fuel efficiency.
Reduce their environmental footprint.
Enhance corporate social responsibility.
Please note that this course is delivered online and provides 7 hours of Driver CPC training.
Ready to get started?
Book online or feel free to contact our training department at training@totalcompliance.co.uk or call 0345 9001312 to register for this valuable course.
Please review our Terms and Conditions for more information.


Total Compliance 

FORS Lo-City Driving & Highway Code - Periodic 7 Hour CPC Course

Chelmsford

Stratford

The Temporary Works Supervisor course will provide you with knowledge of the role. You will also gain a good understanding of risk management on a temporary works site.
Course Objectives:
By the end of the course, the delegate will gain knowledge of:
Have gained an understanding of the importance of cooperation and teamwork on a temporary works site
Understand the legal duties of the role
Have a stronger awareness of risk management on-site as well as the roles of a supervisor and their fellow employees on site
Leave the course with an understanding of the “4C’s”, Communication, Cooperation, Coordination and Competency
Course Content:
Different groups and types of Temporary Works
BS5975:2019
CDM Regulations
Legislation and Codes of Practice
Temporary Works Register, Design Brief and Design
Case studies, policy and procedures, Standard solutions and permitted drawings
Risk assessments, method statements
Safe systems of work
The roles and duties of a Temporary Works Supervisor
Assessment:
To successfully complete the course, you will need to get 72% or above in the final exam. The trainer encourages the delegates to be interactive and involved throughout the training.
Certificate:
The certificate for this course is valid for 5 years.
Instructions
Please note all Temporary Works Supervisor courses with the venue “Remote Learning” will be delivered by a tutor over a video call.
This training will be delivered and assessed in English language; therefore, a good standard is required to complete the course.
Further attendee information will be sent in a separate email, please check your inbox.

SMC Safety Solutions

Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS)

Our CITB Online - Site Supervisors’ Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) Refresher course is designed to give attendees a broad reminder of their responsibilities for health and safety on construction sites. Approved and endorsed by the United Kingdom Contractors Group, the SSSTS refresher course is a must for anyone who occupies a supervisory role on UKCG sites and wants to brush up on their knowledge of their legal responsibilities and the latest construction industry regulations.
The SSSTS Refresher course has been created to provide existing supervisors, or those who are just entering into a supervisory role, with in-depth knowledge of health and safety legislation and procedures. If a candidate completed a full SSSTS training course up to 5 years ago, they will be required to attend a refresher programme.
Prerequisites
SSSTS certificates are of course valid for up to 5 years, but due to the ever-changing nature of the industry, it is recommended that staff stay up to date by enrolling on a refresher course long before the qualification expires.
Instructions
Please note all Site Supervisor Training courses with the venue “Remote Learning” will be delivered by a tutor over a video call.
This training will be delivered and assessed in English language; therefore, a good standard is required to complete the course.
Further attendee information will be sent in a separate email, please check your inbox.

Site Supervisor Training Scheme (SSSTS) Refresher

This one-day course is a must for anyone considering or already working within a construction or civil engineering environment. This course provides Health and Safety awareness and is endorsed by Build UK as a standard training for all operatives on site.
Aims
To give a clear understanding of Regulations & Legislation that applies to construction work and is an ideal refresher for any operative that has previously completed training in Health & Safety.
Course Content
• Accident prevention
• Health & Safety law
• Control and management of the site and your how your role fits in with this
• Risk assessments and method statements
• Performing safely on site
• Reporting unsafe acts to prevent an accident
• Individual & employee responsibilities
• What to do if you think anyone’s Health and Safety is being put at risk
Assessment
At the end of this course, all delegates will have a clear understanding of the requirements of Health and Safety Legislation and their responsibilities to comply with them.
Candidates will need to complete a multiple-choice exam at the end of the CITB course. They will also need to engage and interact with others throughout the day.
Certificate
This certification for this course is valid for 5 years and is endorsed by Build UK as a standard training for all operatives. The certificate is part of CSCS Green Card requirements.
To remain certified in this area, you will need to retake the course before the expiry date or have completed an NVQ2 or higher in your skills set.
Instructions
Please note all Health & Safety Awareness courses with the venue “Remote Learning” will be delivered by a tutor over a video call.
This training will be delivered and assessed in English language; therefore, a good standard is required to complete the course.
Further attendee information will be sent in a separate email, please check your inbox.

Health & Safety Awareness (for Green CSCS)

Attention: This course is delivered over 1 full day. If you&#39;re interested in the same course but delivered over 2 half-days (3pm to 6:30pm London time, consecutive half-days excluding weekend), please click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ask-sonia.com/training?layout=grid&cadpath=ask-sonia-limited%2Fofficial-brcgs-agents-and-brokers-sites-issue-3-2-half-days" fr-original-style="" style="user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;">here</a>. Thank you.This official BRCGS 1-day course will ensure that prospective company personnel using the BRC Global Standard for Agents and Brokers Issue 3 have an in-depth and practical understanding of the format and requirements of the Standard, the protocol for the audit and actions following the audit.This course is part of the &nbsp;<a href="https://1stc.uk/recognition/brc-professional-recognition/?v=79cba1185463" style="color: rgb(158, 185, 0); user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(158, 185, 0);">BRC Global Standards Professional&nbsp;recognition programme</a>.The course is aimed at agents, brokers and their staff who wish to gain a thorough understanding of the Standard and audit protocol in order to be able to prepare their companies for certification.All delegates should download and read a copy of the Global Standard for Agents and Brokers Issue 3 (publish date Oct 2021).

Attention: This course is delivered over 1 full day. If you're interested in the same course but delivered over 2 half-days (3pm to 6:30pm London time, consecutive half-days excluding weekend), please click here. Thank you.
This official BRCGS 1-day course will ensure that prospective company personnel using the BRC Global Standard for Agents and Brokers Issue 3 have an in-depth and practical understanding of the format and requirements of the Standard, the protocol for the audit and actions following the audit.
This course is part of the BRC Global Standards Professional recognition programme.
The course is aimed at agents, brokers and their staff who wish to gain a thorough understanding of the Standard and audit protocol in order to be able to prepare their companies for certification.
All delegates should download and read a copy of the Global Standard for Agents and Brokers Issue 3 (publish date Oct 2021).

Ask Sonia Limited

Food Safety

HACCP

Official BRCGS Agents and Brokers Issue 3 for Sites course.
Delivered online (Zoom) by a live BRCGS Approved Training Partner.
Exam and Certificate fee included in the price.

BRCGS Agents and Brokers Sites Issue 3 (1 Day)

Attention: This course is delivered over 1 full day. If you&#39;re interested in the same course but delivered over 2 half-days (3pm to 6:30pm London time, consecutive half-days excluding weekend), please click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ask-sonia.com/training?layout=grid&cadpath=ask-sonia-limited%2Fofficial-brcgs-agents-and-brokers-auditor-issue-3-2-half-days" fr-original-style="" style="user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; color: inherit; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;">here</a>. Thank you.This official BRCGS 1-day course will ensure that prospective auditors have an in-depth and practical understanding of the format and requirements of the Agents and Brokers Issue 3 Standard, the protocol for the audit and actions following the audit.This course is part of the &nbsp;<a href="https://1stc.uk/recognition/brc-professional-recognition/?v=79cba1185463" style="color: rgb(158, 185, 0); user-select: auto; font-size: var(--font-size); box-sizing: border-box; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: inherit;" fr-original-style=" color: rgb(158, 185, 0);">BRC Global Standards Professional&nbsp;recognition programme</a>.The course is aimed at current BRCGS auditors who wish to add this Standard to their audit capabilities. Delegates who wish to conduct BRCGS 3rd party audits to this Standard must already be BRCGS auditors.All delegates should download and read a copy of the Global Standard for Agents and Brokers Issue 3 (publish date Oct 2021).

Attention: This course is delivered over 1 full day. If you're interested in the same course but delivered over 2 half-days (3pm to 6:30pm London time, consecutive half-days excluding weekend), please click here. Thank you.
This official BRCGS 1-day course will ensure that prospective auditors have an in-depth and practical understanding of the format and requirements of the Agents and Brokers Issue 3 Standard, the protocol for the audit and actions following the audit.
This course is part of the BRC Global Standards Professional recognition programme.
The course is aimed at current BRCGS auditors who wish to add this Standard to their audit capabilities. 
Delegates who wish to conduct BRCGS 3rd party audits to this Standard must already be BRCGS auditors.
All delegates should download and read a copy of the Global Standard for Agents and Brokers Issue 3 (publish date Oct 2021).

Auditor

Official BRCGS Agents and Brokers Issue 3 for Auditors course.
Delivered online (Zoom) by a live BRCGS Approved Training Partner.
Exam and Certificate fee included in the price.

BRCGS Agents and Brokers Auditor Issue 3 (1 Day)

On this Adobe Express Training for Social Media Design you'll create outstanding, unique and professional graphics & video for social media marketing on your social channels. 

Learn to work fast by editing existing Adobe Express Templates or create from scratch with your own branding.

Who is this Adobe Express Course for?
This is designed for beginners or anyone with limited /no knowledge of social media design. It's perfect for small business owners looking to bring their design and social media in-house and for freelancers or entrepenours.

Zoom Video Conferencing

An online Adobe Express training workshop this is run live via video conferencing with a live instructor.

Course Content

Getting Started
Learn how to work with Social Media design
Designing FB, Insta, LinkedIn, Pinterest etc posts

Text & Graphics
Working with Text
Pre-styled Text Blocks
Text Animation and Timings
Uploading & Editing your Images 
Edit and manipulate graphics from existing Adobe stock art available in Express.
Crop Images to Shapes or Freehand

Add animations and timings to posts
Add Animations to Images
Add Animations to Text
Work with the Express Timeline
Manipulate and Edit the Timeline
Animation Properties

Adobe Express and AI (Firefly)
Work with Adobe Express AI to create images et
What is Firefly & how does it work in Adobe Express
Use Text to Graphic
Generative Fills
Generate Template
Generate Text from Image
Insert Object
Generate Artwork & Photos

Adobe Express & Image Editing
Edit Images in Adobe Express
Remove Background, Remove Object, Insert Object & Erase Object
Animate Image using In, Loop & Out (three animations for different states of the image)
Use Adjustments
Change Background Colour of Post

Add Branding to Adobe Express
Add Logo /Images
Create a Colour Theme of your Colours
Create a Palette of Colour
Edit a Theme

Create your Brand in Adobe Express
Create your Brand
Add your Colours, Logo, Fonts, Templates and Assets
Add your own fonts /Search for Fonts
Headings /Body Text

Resize & Create Multiple Size Posts
Use one post to generate multiple sized posts
Create FB, Twitter, Pinterest, Insta posts in seconds
Resize & Duplicate
Expand Posts
Convert to Presentation

Schedule Posts in Adobe Express
Use the Scheduler
Add future Posts to multiple Social Channels

Working with Video in Adobe Express
Using existing Adobe Stock Videos
Upload Videos
Instagram /TikTok /FB Setups 
Adobe Express Timeline /Trimming & Splitting
Video Quick Actions
Video Effects /Background /Recolour
Animation Effects

Publish Adobe Express Projects to Social Media
Understanding File Formats
Downloading Images /PNG /JPEG
Downloading Video



 



Greta Powell Training

This is a quickstart Adobe Express Training course held online in Janury 2025. Ideal for business owners or freelancers looking to get to grips with social media design and designing for social media marketing.

Adobe Express Training for Social Media Design

One hour webinar on special test navigation &ndash; hints and tips to go the right way and help the driver go quicker.

One hour webinar on special test navigation – hints and tips to go the right way and help the driver go quicker.


Rally Navigation Training Services

Sports & Fitness

Learn lots of handy hints and tips on gaining time on special tests on targa road rallies and historic road rallies.

Rally Navigation - Special Tests Navigation

FREE Webinar: What Video Editing Software Is Best For You?Are you curious about all the editing software options available? Join our free webinar, "What Video Editing Software is Best For You?", and discover which platform will suit your needs. Whether you&#39;re a beginner or a seasoned professional, this session will guide you through the pros and cons of popular editing programs, helping you make an informed decision.What You&#39;ll Learn:- Comprehensive comparison of the different platforms available from FREE to EXPENSIVE- Key features and benefits of each program- Tips on selecting the right software for your specific projects- Live Q&amp;A session to address your unique questionsDon&#39;t miss this opportunity to streamline your workflow and enhance your editing skills. Register now and take the first step towards finding your ideal editing software!

FREE Webinar: What Video Editing Software Is Best For You?

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What You'll Learn:

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✔ Tips on selecting the right software for your specific projects
✔ Live Q&A session to address your questions

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Photography & Video

Video

Video Marketing

Video Creation

Mobile Video Production

Film & Video

Videography

Presentation Skills

Video Production

Video Editing

Video & Mobile Marketing

Join our free webinar, "What Video Editing Software is Best For You?", to explore and compare top editing programs, find the best fit for your needs, and enhance your editing skills with expert guidance and live Q&A.

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