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Creating inclusive career pathways for young people: Afternoon Cuppa Session Tuesday 30 September, 2pm - 3.30pm In partnership with GEM Join Kids in Museums and Group for Education in Museums (GEM) ahead of November’s Discover Creative Careers Month, for an informal virtual briefing and discussion session about inclusive career pathways for young people in museums. The theme for Kids in Museums Takeover Day in 2025 is careers. Our research shows Takeover Day can support children and young people to learn about different jobs in museums and develop their skills for employment in the heritage sector and beyond. For heritage organisations, Takeover Day is a great opportunity to connect with different groups of children and young people, attract new audiences and pilot new ways of working. This session will include a case study from the National Army Museum about their first careers themed Takeover Day with a local primary school. Since 2023, GEM has been researching work experience, work placements and inclusive pathways for young people in the museum sector. Members of the GEM team will give an update about their research, and you can also hear from Boston Manor House, one of the organisations featured in the recent GEM Case Studies: Career Pathways in Museums. In this session, we will: Hear a case study from the National Army Museum about hosting their first careers themed Takeover Day in 2024. Learn more about research into inclusive career pathways for young people in museums from GEM. Hear a case study from Boston Manor House about the range of career-based opportunities they offer for local young people. Create informal opportunities for attendees to share their ideas for creating more inclusive career pathways in their organisations or examples of careers focused work they have already undertaken. Please bring along your own cuppa and snacks! Take a look at the full schedule. This event will be delivered virtually over one and a half hours.
Sessions Note that this will be a three-day course run on consecutive days and the date of day one is shown in the booking system schedule. Online event This online course will be delivered using CISCO Webex. You will need to have a good internet connection, a suitable device with a camera and microphone such as a laptop, and headphones. Level of study This Level 5 programme is the equivalent standard of a unit of a foundation degree or a unit of a first year of an honours degree. Details Students will gain a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of: The principles and objectives of Risk & Resilience management The legal and regulatory requirements and the role of the regulators in respect of Risk & Resilience, including the emergence of Cyber threat The interconnected impacts that changes in Risk & Resilience make The effect of climate change on Risk & Resilience strategy The objective and purposes of a Company’s risk and resilience strategy and management structure Where Risk & Resilience management sits in the company organisational structure The decision-making process in terms of Risk & Resilience management The role and nature of risk financing and the variables that influence the process The importance of building resilience in the context of Cyber threat The principles of Risk & Resilience and its relationship to contingency planning The use and merits of quantitative and qualitative techniques in risk and resilience management How to reduce risks to personnel and the business via the emergency and business continuity planning process How to understand individuals’ risk perception behaviours The factors that influence group attitudes to risk-taking The practical meaning of business resilience and its role in disaster recovery The range of technologies and the techniques for gathering data available to assist the management of Risk & Resilience The use of probability theory and the use of normal and binomial distribution numerical methods in Risk & Resilience management The principles of scenario planning in relation to Risk & Resilience The principles of Risk, Resilience and contingency planning in commissioning assets The principles of supply chain management in relation to risk and resilience The role of logistics in relation to Risk & Resilience How to prepare the business for pre and post-emergency situations Instructions This online course will be delivered using CISCO Webex. You will need to have a suitable device with a camera and microphone such as a laptop. If you have any questions about what is required please contact us on enquiries@learninganddevelopment.associates. Qualification All learners taking the qualification will need to produce identification to enable ProQual registration. This can take the form of a: Passport Driving Licence Construction Skills Certification Scheme Card (CSCS Card) Construction Plant Competence Scheme Card (CPCS Card) If none of the above are available to the learner, a photograph with a statement confirming their identity, dated and signed, along with a utility bill, would be acceptable.
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Course Overview: This Personal Productivity Course is designed to equip learners with the essential skills and techniques to enhance their productivity, both personally and professionally. Covering key principles of time management, goal setting, and focus, the course provides valuable strategies to help individuals manage their tasks more efficiently, reduce distractions, and achieve their goals effectively. Learners will gain a deeper understanding of how to prioritise, manage workloads, and stay motivated, all while cultivating a mindset for continuous improvement. Upon completion, learners will be able to apply these skills to increase productivity and performance in various aspects of life and work. Course Description: The Personal Productivity Course delves into essential topics such as setting achievable goals, mastering prioritisation, eliminating distractions, and fostering self-motivation. Learners will explore strategies to optimise their time management, cultivate focus, and develop a systematic approach to tackling tasks. With practical insights, the course will guide individuals in overcoming procrastination, managing stress, and ensuring long-term success. The course is suitable for beginners and professionals alike, providing the foundation for enhanced productivity and a more balanced, goal-oriented life. By the end of the course, learners will have the skills to effectively plan, execute, and measure their productivity in both personal and professional settings. Course Modules: • Module 01: Introduction • Module 02: Core Principles of Focus & Productivity (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to improve their personal productivity. Professionals aiming to enhance career development through better time management. Beginners with an interest in learning productivity techniques for professional or personal growth. Anyone looking to optimise their focus, organisation, and performance. Career Path: Personal Assistant Project Manager Executive Assistant Operations Manager Team Leader Entrepreneur Administrative Coordinator Freelance Consultant
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