CPD Provision Summer 2021 - With Christ at the centre, we lead and serve in partnership to secure the long-term future of Catholic education.
←
→
Page content transcription
If your browser does not render page correctly, please read the page content below
CPD Provision
Summer 2021
With Christ at the centre, we lead and serve in partnership
to secure the long-term future of Catholic education.
Education Service
Mission Statement
Placing Christ at the centre,
we lead, guide, serve and support our family of schools
in the name of the Bishop.
Inspired by the Gospel,
we endeavour to be the visible face of Christ,
leading and serving in partnership
with all members of our school communities:
children, staff, governors, parents and clergy.
Empowered by the Spirit,
we aspire to be the very best we can,
promoting the Common Good
and securing the long-term future of Catholic education.
Diocese of Arundel & Brighton Education Service
St Philip Howard Centre
4 Southgate Drive
Crawley
West Sussex
RH10 6RP
01293 511130
claire.martin@abdiocese.org.uk (CPD Administrator)
New Diocesan website: www.abdiocese.org.uk/education/home To book courses please email Claire Martin
Summer Term 2021
April
DAY DATE EVENT FOCUS TIME
Catholic School Preparation for a Video 15.30 -
TUES 20th Catholic School Conference 17.30
Inspection
Inspection
Preparing Outstanding
Video 15.30 -
WED 28th Primary Prayer & Liturgy
Conference 17.30
May is the month of Mary
Induction Training for new
Video 18.30 -
WED 28th Governors Foundation Governors Conference 20.30
Module 1
May
Middle Leaders’ Day (3) 10.00 - 12.00
Leadership Video
TUES 4th (Two options – join either OR
Development Conference
morning or afternoon) 14.00 - 16.00
Video 15.30 -
WED 5th Primary RE ‘Come and See’ Planning Conference 17.30
Aspiring Chairs of Video 18.30 -
MON 10th Governors
Governors Conference 20.30
Clerks to Briefing and training for Video 10.00 -
WED 12th
Governors Clerks to Governors Conference 12.00
RE Coordinators’ Day (3)
Video 15.30 -
WED 19th Primary RE Self-Evaluation in RE - Creating
effective action plans Conference 17.30
New Diocesan website: www.abdiocese.org.uk/education/home
To book courses please email Claire Martin: claire.martin@abdiocese.org.ukJune
TUES 8th Primary/ Effective transition Video 15.30 -
Secondary RE from Year 6 to Year 7 Conference 17.30
School Business School Business Video 10.00 -
WED 9th Conference 12.00
Managers Managers’ Forum
Induction Training for
new Foundation Video 18.30 -
WED 9th Governors
Governors - Module 2 Conference 20.30
Good Shepherd
Good Shepherd Video From
WED 16th Celebration for Primary
Celebration Conference 10.00am
Schools
Aspiring Heads of Video 15.30 -
THURS 24th Secondary RE
Department Conference 17.30
July
Rainbows Training for Video 15.30 -
THURS 1st Rainbows
Rainbows Facilitators Conference 17.30
Induction Training for Video 18.30 -
TUES 6th Governors new Foundation Conference 20.30
Governors - Module 3
Video 15.30 -
WED 7th Primary RE NQT Induction Day 3
Conference 17.30
Outstanding Governance: Video 18.30 -
TUES 13th Governors
Measuring Impact Conference 20.30
Secondary Heads of Video 15.30 -
THURS 15th Secondary RE
Department - Day 3 Conference 17.30
New Diocesan website: www.abdiocese.org.uk/education/home
To book courses please email Claire Martin: claire.martin@abdiocese.org.ukSummer Term
PREPARATION FOR A CSI INSPECTION
Tuesday 20 April 2021
“Discernment is not about discovering what more we can get out of this life,
but about recognising how we can better accomplish the mission entrusted to us.”
Pope Francis, Gaudete et Exsultate
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
The aim of this course is to equip schools preparing for Catholic School Inspection (CSI). Training will focus
on the documentation available to support schools in their school self-evaluation and understand the
process and procedures of an inspection.
Course Outcomes
Participants will have a full understanding of the diocesan Catholic School Inspection process and
supporting documentation.
Time: 15.30 – 17.30
Target Audience: Headteachers, Senior Leaders, RE Coordinators, Heads of RE, Chaplains, Governors
Cost: £20
Course Leader: Sarah Feist - Lead Officer for Catholic School Inspection
PREPARING OUTSTANDING PRAYER AND LITURGY:
MAY IS THE MONTH OF MARY
Wednesday 28 April 2021
“We never give more honour to Jesus than when we honour his mother, and we honour her simply and solely to
honour him more perfectly. We go to her only as a way leading to the goal we seek - Jesus her son.”
Saint Louis de Montfort
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
The aim of this course is to support all those involved in the planning, preparing and delivery of prayer
and liturgy experiences with primary children. We will explore what makes prayer and liturgy engaging,
purposeful and - ultimately - an experience that will deepen the child’s relationship with Jesus. To
coincide with May being the month in which we honour Mary, some resources will have a Marian focus.
Course Outcomes
Participants will know what constitutes outstanding prayer and liturgy experiences and will be given
practical and inspiring ideas of how to achieve this in their own settings. Participants will also know how
best to use resources for prayer and worship - with a focus on honouring Mary in the month of May.
Time: 15.30 – 17.30
Target Audience: Primary practitioners
Cost: £20
Course Leaders: Anna Flood, Emma Sharp - Primary Advisers: RE and Catholic EthosINDUCTION TRAINING FOR NEW FOUNDATION GOVERNORS
MODULE 1
Wednesday 28 April 2021
“This holiness to which the Lord calls you will grow through small gestures.”
Pope Francis, Gaudete et Exsultate
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
This course welcomes newly appointed Foundation Governors and outlines for participants the special
duties placed on all governors in Catholic schools, in particular Foundation Governors. Course Leaders will
share with participants online tutorials available to support them in their crucial role monitoring and
evaluating the Catholic life of their schools.
Course Outcomes
Foundation Governors will have an insight into the specific knowledge and understanding they need to
have to make a positive impact on how they can effectively monitor and evaluate the Catholic life of their
schools.
Time: 18.30 – 20.30
Target Audience: Newly appointed Foundation Governors
Cost: £20
Course Leader: Gill Sajnog - Education Service/Lead Officer Governance
MIDDLE LEADERS’ DAY - DAY 3
Tuesday 4 May 2021
“Take the teachings that you heard me proclaim in the presence of many witnesses,
and entrust them to reliable people, who will be able to teach others also.”
2 Timothy 2: 2
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
The final day of this course is a practical session focusing on the interview process for senior posts; this
will include looking at application forms, preparing a personal statement, leading an act of worship and
developing confident presentation and interview skills.
Course Outcomes
Participants will be equipped and confident about making an application for a leadership post in a
Catholic school.
Time: 10.00-12.00 or 14.00-16.00 (Two options – join morning or afternoon session)
Target Audience: Middle Leaders and Aspiring Middle Leaders
Cost: TBC
Course Leaders: Education Service in partnership with St Mary’s University, TwickenhamPRIMARY RE: COME AND SEE PLANNING
Wednesday 5 May 2021
“It was he who ‘gave gifts’; he appointed some to be apostles, others to be prophets,
others to be evangelists, others to be pastors and teachers He did this to prepare all God’s
people for the work of Christian service, in order to build up the body of Christ.”
Ephesians 4: 11-16
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
The aim of this course is for practitioners to meet with other diocesan colleagues and share best practice
in the teaching and learning of RE. Training will include information and resources to assist in the planning
and assessment of RE using the Come & See programme.
Course Outcomes
Participants will be equipped with resources and ideas for planning engaging lessons linked to the Come
& See programme.
Time: 15.30 – 17.30
Target Audience: Primary practitioners
Cost: £20
Course Leader: Anna Flood, Emma Sharp Primary Advisers: RE and Catholic Ethos
ASPIRING CHAIRS OF GOVERNORS
Monday 10 May 2021
“This holiness to which the Lord calls you will grow through small gestures.”
Pope Francis, Gaudete et Exsultate
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
This training welcomes experienced governors considering the role of Chair of Governors. The course
explores the roles and responsibilities of a Chair of Governors, how to lead meetings, work collaboratively
with the headteacher and inspire the governing body to provide outstanding governance.
Course Outcomes
Participants will gain a full understanding of leading effective governance in a Catholic school / Catholic
Education Trust and the ongoing support that is available to aspiring Chairs of Governors.
Time: 18.30 – 20.30
Target Audience: Aspiring Chairs of Governors
Cost: £20
Course Leaders: Education ServiceBRIEFING AND TRAINING FOR CLERKS TO GOVERNORS
Wednesday 12 May 2021
“Children and young people are the future, they are the strength,
those who take us forward. They are the ones in which we place hope.”
Pope Francis
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
This is an important opportunity for Clerks to meet, network and share best practice with other diocesan
school and academy clerks. It is also an opportunity to discuss key topics relating to the role of Clerk to
Governors.
Course Outcomes
Clerks will be fully briefed and updated on educational matters. They will be confident in knowing where,
should they require it, they can seek ongoing guidance and support.
Time: 10.00 – 12.00
Target Audience: Clerks to Governing Bodies
Cost: No charge
Course Leader: Gill Sajnog - Education Service/Lead Officer Governance
PRIMARY RE COORDINATORS’ DAY - DAY 3
SELF EVALUATION IN RE / CREATING EFFECTIVE ACTION PLANS
Wednesday 19 May 2021
“Having gifts according to the grace given to us, let us use them:
If prophecy, in proportion to our faith; if in service, in our serving; the one who teaches, in his teaching.”
Romans 12: 6-7
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
Primary RE Coordinator days are designed to keep subject leaders up to date with current issues and
developments in RE teaching and learning. The aim of this course is to standardise and moderate pupils’
work and create a set of exemplars to share with diocesan colleagues. There will also be an opportunity
to create action plans for the coming year based on school self-evaluation.
Course Outcomes
Participants will have a full understanding of their role and responsibilities of being a subject leader for
RE in a primary Catholic school setting.
Time: 15.30 – 17.30
Target Audience: Primary RE Coordinators / Subject Leaders
Cost: £20
Course Leaders: Anna Flood, Emma Sharp - Primary Advisers: RE and Catholic EthosPRIMARY AND SECONDARY RE:
EFFECTIVE TRANSITION FROM YEAR 6 TO YEAR 7
Tuesday 8 June 2021
“God has made us what we are, and in our union with Christ Jesus he has
created us for a life of good deeds, which he has already prepared for us to do.”
Ephesians 2: 10
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
The aim of this course is for colleagues in primary and secondary schools responsible for teaching RE to
come together and collaborate, develop and share strategies for effective transition of pupils from Year
6 to Year 7.
Course Outcomes
Participants will be equipped with the knowledge, resources, and strategies for effective transition.
Time: 15.30 – 17.30
Target Audience: Primary RE Coordinators, Secondary Heads of RE and practitioners responsible for
teaching RE in both settings.
Cost: £20
Course Leader: Diocesan RE and Catholic Ethos Advisers
SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGERS’ FORUM
Wednesday 9 June 2021
“Whoever preaches must preach God’s messages; whoever serves must
serve with the strength God gives, so that in all things praise may be given to God”
1 Peter 4: 10
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
This forum provides a valuable opportunity for Business Managers to share best practice and problems
confidentially within the group. It also affords colleagues the opportunity to network and discuss key
topics relating to Business management in school.
Course Outcomes
Facilitated by the Diocesan Buildings Officer, School Business Managers will create effective partnerships
with colleagues that enables them to work collaboratively to share best practice and provide mutual
guidance and support.
Time: 10.00 – 12.00
Target Audience: School Business Managers
Cost: £20
Course Leader: Mark Brunet - Diocesan Buildings OfficerINDUCTION TRAINING FOR NEW FOUNDATION GOVERNORS
MODULE 2
Wednesday 9 June 2021
“Remember that I have commanded you to be determined and confident!
Don’t be afraid or discouraged, for I, the Lord your God, am with you wherever you go.”
Joshua 1:9
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
This module will give new Foundation Governors a valuable insight into the role of governors in relation
to the Catholic School Inspection Framework and an overview of how governors can support schools as
they prepare for Ofsted inspections.
Course Outcomes
Newly appointed governors will be equipped to undertake their duties confidently, with a full
understanding of roles and responsibilities and ongoing support available to them.
Time: 18.30 – 20.30
Target Audience: Newly appointed Foundation Governors
Cost: £20
Course Leader: Gill Sajnog - Education Service/Lead Officer Governance
Good Shepherd Online Celebration
Wednesday 16 June 2021
Celebration Available from 10.00am
As the Pope’s official charity for overseas mission, Mission Together
supports the physical, spiritual, and emotional wellbeing of children
around the world.
Through prayer, learning and fund-raising, Mission Together
encourages children worldwide to understand the true meaning of
mission and so become missionaries themselves by delivering God’s
love to everyone.SECONDARY RE: ASPIRING HEADS OF DEPARTMENT
Thursday 24 June 2021
“Since you have accepted Christ Jesus as Lord, live in union with him. Keep your roots deep in him, build your lives on him,
and become stronger in your faith, as you were taught. And be filled with thanksgiving.”
Colossians 2:6
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
This course will provide an opportunity to explore the vision, leadership and management skills required
to run a successful Religious Education Department.
Course Outcomes
Participants will understand how the role of Head of Religious Education contributes to the distinctive
Catholic nature of the school. They will have the opportunity to learn about the skills needed to ensure
that the Religious Education Department is successful academically and spiritually.
Time: 15.30 – 17.30
Target Audience: Experienced RE Teachers / Aspiring Heads of Departments
Cost: £20
Course Leader: Claire Franke - Secondary Adviser: RE and Catholic Ethos
RAINBOWS: TRAINING FOR RAINBOWS FACILITATORS
Thursday 1 July 2021
“God has made us what we are, and in our union with Christ Jesus
he has created us for a life of good deeds, which he has already prepared for us to do.”
Ephesians 2: 10
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
The aim of the course is to train practitioners who have been identified by their school as Rainbows’
Facilitators. This course will promote the benefits of running Rainbows/Spectrum in our Catholic primary
and secondary schools.
Course Outcomes
Participants will have had the opportunity to look at resources and feel confident in delivering the
Rainbows/Spectrum programme.
Time: 15.30 – 17.30
Target Audience: Practitioners identified as responsible for delivering Rainbows/Spectrum in
diocesan Catholic schools.
Cost: £20
Course Leader: Diocesan RE and Catholic Ethos AdvisersINDUCTION TRAINING FOR NEW FOUNDATION GOVERNORS
MODULE 3
Tuesday 6 July 2021
“Remember that I have commanded you to be determined and confident!
Don’t be afraid or discouraged, for I, the Lord your God, am with you wherever you go.”
Joshua 1:9
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
This module will focus on Admissions and Place Planning, Buildings, VASCA (funding for school buildings)
and Gift Aid.
Course Outcomes
Newly appointed governors will be equipped to undertake their duties confidently, with a full
understanding of roles and responsibilities and ongoing support available to them.
Time: 18.30 – 20.30
Target Audience: Newly appointed Foundation Governors
Cost: £20
Course Leader: Gill Sajnog - Education Service/Lead Officer Governance
PRIMARY RE: NQT INDUCTION - DAY 3
Wednesday 7 July 2021
“This holiness to which the Lord calls you will grow through small gestures.”
Pope Francis, Gaudete et Exsultate
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
The aim of this course is for NQTs to continue developing a supportive working relationship with other
NQTs in the diocese. This session will enable NQTs to share best practice, standardise, moderate, and
evaluate a selection of pupils’ work. There will be an opportunity to reflect on their NQT year and make
suggestions for further CPD to support them during next year.
Course Outcomes
Participants will be equipped with knowledge, resources, and ideas to use in their own practice and
identify further CPD required.
Time: 15.30 – 17.30
Target Audience: Newly Qualified Teachers in primary school settings
Cost: £20
Course Leader: Anna Flood, Emma Sharp - Primary Advisers: RE and Catholic EthosOUTSTANDING GOVERNANCE: MEASURING IMPACT
Tuesday 13 July 2021
“Remember that I have commanded you to be determined and confident!
Don’t be afraid or discouraged, for I, the Lord your God, am with you wherever you go.”
Joshua 1:9
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
This is an extremely popular and successful workshop designed to support governors who are seeking to
develop their understanding of outstanding governance and how to provide effective support and
challenge in their schools.
Course Outcomes
Governors will have a clear understanding of outstanding governance and their strategic role in providing
effective support and challenge.
Time: 18.30 – 20.30
Target Audience: Governors, Headteachers, Senior Leaders
Cost: £20
Course Leader: Education Service
SECONDARY HEADS OF DEPARTMENT - DAY 3
Thursday 15 July 2021
“Remember that I have commanded you to be determined and confident!
Don’t be afraid or discouraged, for I, the Lord your God, am with you wherever you go.”
Joshua 1:9
Video Conference (2hr)
Course Outline
This is an opportunity for Heads of Department to work with staff who are new to teaching religious
education in their Secondary schools. There will be guidelines and support material for teaching both Key
Stage 3 and GCSE.
Course Outcomes
Participants will be equipped with a secure understanding of best practice to enable effective teaching
and learning in Secondary Religious Education.
Time: 15.30 – 17.30
Target Audience: Secondary Heads of Department and practitioners new to teaching Religious
Education
Cost: £20
Course Leader: Claire Franke - Secondary Adviser: RE and Catholic EthosYou can also read
