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Education Department
CPD Training
Summer 2021
Services to support the distinctive needs of
Church of England Schools and Academies
Welcome from the Director of Education
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Welcome from the Director of Education
Dear Colleagues,
Thank you for such a positive engagement with our CPD and services during the
Autumn Term, many of which we offered free of charge.
As we move into 2021, we want to continue to support you by ensuring that our
core training and development will be fully accessible, remaining online as our
main method of delivery. Though we are unable to continue our free offer we
will be doing all that we can to offer the training at reduced cost throughout
Spring, and hopefully Summer.
Other CPD opportunities too, such as conferences and bespoke training, can be
arranged directly through our teams here. As ever we do need to hear what you
want and expect from us so we can consistently deliver to you relevant, high
quality support.
Let us continue to support one another as we adapt to the current context and
constant change, always learning together.
Let us continue to encourage each other as we face challenges and enjoy successes,
in the confidence that we do not walk alone, we are together. We are family and,
in our family, we care for one another.
I look forward, along with all of the great team here at Wells, to meeting you at our
training and development events throughout the start of 2021.
Ed Gregory
Director of Education
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Online Training webinars
As part of our online CPD offer to schools, this term we will be hosting a series of webinars
covering all topics. These are all listed in this brochure and are all bookable online. You can access
further information, the online event listings and booking forms on the diocesan website here:
https://www.bathandwells.org.uk/supporting-children/education-training-events/
Online Forums
As a result of our online training sessions, the idea of holding forums came about as an
opportunity to share best practice. We have started forums for Chairs of governors, Clerks to
governor bodies and, starting in the spring term, for Foundation governors.
At a time when our communication, including our meetings are, virtual, and those meetings lack
the opportunities for networking and socialising that is such a usual part of attending training and
briefings, we felt these forums would be welcome.
Our intention is to facilitate discussion on key governance issues, and to enable the sharing of best
practice. We anticipate we will hold this three times a year but will be guided by the views of the
prospective attendees.
Online Training videos
As part of our CPD offer to schools, we have created a series of online training videos designed
to introduce a subject. These are all free to access and can be found here:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvYduF4WrcIDiIddOcHPE5YLObAKaA7RB
Bespoke Training
We can offer bespoke training for schools on a variety of topics including Well Being, Ethos and
Ethos Committees, Vision & Values, SIAMS, Governance, Bereavement, Spirituality, Worship,
Admissions, Collective Worship, Leadership Development, Vision & Values in a Mixed MAT,
RE and Academy Conversion.
The cost depends on the location and the number of people in the group being trained.
These sessions can take place in school or in another venue or by Zoom.
To find out more including costs or if you have any queries about the videos, webinars or booking
please contact: jan.chandler@bathwells.anglican.org
3As you look through the brochure, this colour coded key will help you see which
courses are suitable for you:
Clergy C
Governors G
Clerks Cl
Headteachers H
MAT trustees/members M
Senior Leadership Team SLT
Teaching staff TS
Course Who for? Page
Bridging the Diversity Gap G H Cl M 7
Church School Governance – part one GCH 6
Church School Governance – part two GCH 9
Collective Worship – Monitoring for impact H TS C SLT 8
Exploring the Church & School Partnership GCH 6
Introduction to Admissions G 9
Safeguarding Governance GM 8
SIAMS for Schools G H SLT C 5
Spirituality in Schools H TS C SLT 5
4SIAMS for Schools
Thursday 29th April 2021 4pm to 5.30pm
This online session for school staff and governors will explore the 2018 SIAMS Evaluation
Schedule, self-evaluation and how to be ready for your inspection. It will include consideration of
your school’s distinctive Christian vision and how to provide evidence that it is lived out in the life
of the school. There will be opportunity for group discussion and use of the online chat facility
during the session.
It would be good to have the Evaluation Schedule and self-evaluation document, ‘Vision, Provision,
Impact downloaded, to refer to. Just follow this link on our website:
http://bathandwells.org.uk/2018/04/the-section-48-siams-inspection-framework-for-church-
schools-is-changing/
Suitable for: G H SLT C
Cost: £40 per person (£10 per additional person from same school)
Booking closes: Friday 23rd April 2021
To book please go to:
https://www.bathandwells.org.uk/schools/education-training-and-support/training-for-schools-
booking-form/
Spiritual Development in Schools - SIAMS Strand 2: Wisdom, Knowledge & Skills
Wednesday 5th May 2021 4pm to 5.30pm
This training aims to support schools in recognising and valuing spirituality and implementing
a school policy for spiritual development. Many schools are in the process of developing a staff
definition of spirituality and looking at ways of meeting the requirements of SIAMS strand two.
We hope you will come away from this session with some practical ways forward.
Suitable for: G H SLT C
Cost: £40 per person (£10 per additional person from same school)
Booking closes: Friday 30th April 2021
To book please go to:
https://www.bathandwells.org.uk/schools/education-training-and-support/training-for-schools-
booking-form/
5Church School Governance – Part one
Monday 10th May 2021 5.45pm to 8pm
This two-part training session is aimed at all those in governance roles within our church schools.
Please note, this course is mandatory for all newly appointed foundation representatives.
Session one aims to introduce governance and the unique challenge of governance in church
schools and to provide participants with practical knowledge they can apply to their setting.
Topics covered in this session include:
• The Church of England Vision for Education
• The essential role of governors
• How to remain strategic
• Asking challenging questions
• The unique role of the Foundation Governor
• What is special about governance in church schools?
• Governor monitoring
Suitable for GCH
Cost: Free
Bookings close: Friday 7th May 2021
To book please go to:
https://www.bathandwells.org.uk/schools/education-training-and-support/training-for-schools-
booking-form/
Exploring the Church & School Partnership
Wednesday 12th May 2021 4pm to 5.30pm
A distinctive feature of a church school is that it understands itself as a partner with the local
church and diocesan community.
This is an interactive session for school leaders, clergy, governors, church members and others
who are keen to develop the relationship between the local church and the local school, for the
benefit of children, their families and the whole community.
We will explore:
• How you can live out the Christian vision of school and church – serving our communities
together
• Working toward a great SIAMS outcome
• Collective Worship – ‘Inclusive, Invitational and Inspiring’.
• Using the church building as a learning, reflective and spiritual space
6• The role of the headteacher and incumbent as ex-officio governor
• ‘Open the book’: What is it and how does it work?
Suitable for H SLT C G
Cost: £40 per School / Church Partnership
Bookings close: Friday 7th May 2021
To book please go to:
https://www.bathandwells.org.uk/schools/education-training-and-support/training-for-schools-
booking-form/
Bridging the Diversity Gap
Monday 17th May 2021 6pm – 7.30pm
Sharon Warmington CEO of the National Black Governors Network (NBGN) will lead a session on
promoting diversity in governance. Sharon is a straight talking, no-nonsense executive coach with
a strong focus on gender and cultural diversity in boardrooms.
This cross-diocesan session will focus on the reasons why diversity is good for school communities
and how all those involved in school governance can proactively attract, recruit and retain diverse
representation to change the face of governance for the benefit of all students.
The benefits of attending this session include:
• Increased understanding of why diversity is vital to good governance, and how it can
benefit your school community as a whole.
• An insight into appropriate language and specific approaches to be used to attract and
recruit governors from diverse backgrounds, including how to reach out to Black-led
churches and Black professional networks.
• Practical tips in securing and maintaining a strong and diverse base of skilled governors,
while retaining the unique character of Church of England schools.
Suitable for H G Cl M
Cost: £10 per person
Booking closes: Friday 14th May 2021
To book please go to:
Bridging the Diversity Gap - Diocese of Bath and Wells (zonkdev.co.uk)
7Collective Worship – Monitoring for impact
Tuesday 18th May 2021 4.00pm to 5.30pm
How do we monitor collective worship and how do we know that collective worship is making a
difference?
This course is designed for anyone who leads collective worship in schools, including clergy to
provide a deeper understanding of this question.
You will come away with an enthusiasm and curiosity about the quality of collective worship
within your school community.
Suitable for: H TS C SLT
Cost: £40 per person (£10 per additional person from same school)
Booking closes: Friday 14th May 2021
To book please go to:
https://www.bathandwells.org.uk/schools/education-training-and-support/training-for-schools-
booking-form/
Safeguarding Governance
Wednesday 19th May 2021 4pm to 6pm
This course is for all governors, but specifically for governors that are the link governor for
safeguarding . It aims to give an overview of safeguarding governance and will cover the statutory
requirements as well as the annual monitoring cycle.
Participants will be given some resources that they can use in their settings to assist with
monitoring.
Suitable for GM
Cost: £40 per person (£10 per additional person from same school)
Booking closes: Friday 14th May 2021
To book please go to:
https://www.bathandwells.org.uk/schools/education-training-and-support/training-for-schools-
booking-form/
8Church School Governance – Part two
Monday 24th May 2021 6pm – 8pm
This is the second day of a two-part course aimed at those in governance roles in both maintained
and academy schools. Session two aims to provide opportunities to ask questions, network and
discuss with fellow governors, and apply church school governance to your own context.
The aims of the session are:
• To deepen your understanding of the core role of governance in a church school
• To develop confidence in your role within your own school
• To go away with practical ways of embedding your Trust or school vision
• To enhance your knowledge and understanding of all matters SIAMS
Suitable for GCH
Cost: Free
Booking closes: Friday 21st May 2021
To book please go to:
https://www.bathandwells.org.uk/schools/education-training-and-support/training-for-schools-
booking-form/
Introduction to Admissions
Tuesday 8th June 2021 3.30pm to 5pm
The introduction to admissions session is particularly relevant for those in VA and academy
schools for staff and governors involved in the process of determining admission arrangements
where the governing body or trust board is the Admission Authority.
The following areas will be covered:
• Admissions basics.
• The annual admissions process.
• Tasks for schools – roles and responsibilities.
Suitable for: G SLT
Cost: £40 per person (£10 per additional person from same school)
Booking closes: Friday 28th May 2021
To book please go to:
https://www.bathandwells.org.uk/schools/education-training-and-support/training-for-schools-
booking-form/
9Provisional dates for your dairy
Please note there will be a charge for these events
Unfortunately, due to Covid precautions, our conferences which were planned to be held
in March 2021 have now been postponed until November 2021.
Governor Conference
Flourish House, Wells
Friday 5th November 2021 - 9.30am to 4pm
Governor Conference
West Monkton Primary School, Taunton
Saturday 6th November 2021 - 9.30am to 4pm
Clerks’ Conference
Flourish House, Wells
Friday 12th November 2021 - 9.30am to 4pm
Trustee & Member Conference
Flourish House, Wells
Saturday 13th November 2021 - 9.30am to 4pm
Headteacher & Parish Partner Conference
Whilst it remains unlikely that we can meet face to face, we do hope to offer an online
opportunity for Heads and Parish Partners to come together to celebrate your amazing
work in 2021. Details to follow.
10‘That they may have life,
life in all its fullness’
John 10:10
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