Our Workshops, Courses & Events
The following lists our upcoming workshops, courses and events. You can browse these via category (using the grey button) or delivery type, and there is also the option to use the search box to find something specific.
If you are interested in any of our past events, a summary page is available in the menu on the right.
The aim of this session is to give participants time to think about the changes to the University Strategy around Enterprise and Innovation and work out how it benefits them.
To equip Academic Advisers to be able to support their new lecturers through the New Lecturer鈥檚 Programme. Please complete Part A training prior to attending: https://learn.lboro.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=21841
To know how to recognise and report accidents and near misses. A mandatory training requirement for all Safety Officers. For any member of staff involved in the process of investigating and reporting accidents and near misses.
This is principally aimed at our administrative job family, but all staff are welcome to attend. This workshop is designed to inspire and engage, it will enable you to enhance your professional journey, improve team dynamics, and contribute to a positive, values-driven workplace.
This is principally aimed at our administrative job family, but all staff are welcome to attend. As one of the three strategic themes of the University Strategy, its vital that our staff understand the impact of climate change and the role you can play in supporting the University achieve is sustainability goals. Learning about sustainability helps us make informed choices for our future. Instead of just thinking about sustainability as a big idea, we can learn how collective action can make a big impact. When we understand how our daily choices affect the environment and society, we can make better decisions to help protect our planet.
This is principally aimed at our administrative job family, but all staff are welcome to attend. This will cover: 鈥� how dates within MYHR drive the OD Hub. 鈥� Confidence in creating Learning courses. 鈥� Confidence in looking up and amending courses. There will be a chance to ask questions about the content and technical aspects of your iTrent process needs.
This session will focus on the PSF and the requirements of making a fellowship submission to our CPD Scheme.
This session will provide an overview of what our group aims to achieve, introduce key stakeholders, and offer a space for open discussions about the opportunities and challenges of using AI responsibly in education. You鈥檒l also get the chance to network with colleagues across departments who are keen to stay informed in this dynamic area.
An online, interactive course for all staff who are interested in understanding what workplace coaching is, the key skills involved in coaching others and how coaching operates at 色狗导航. This course is a pre-requisite for our other coaching courses, including: Coaching Conversations, Coaching Conversations for Managers and Advanced Coaching Skills.
This one day course, helps you learn the basics of project planning principles that you can use immediately on any project.This workshop is no longer openly available and is instead available based on individual need. You must complete the expression of interest form and you will then be emailed if you are successful.
This session will help you to understand the funding landscape for research activity in the UK, and introduce you to some of the main research funders.
Asbestos Awareness Training
Workshop Category - Health & safety Delivery - in-person Delivery - Self-paced
A short online and classroom based course outlining the hazards and controls of asbestos at work. Mandatory training for those in Estates and Facilities Management, technical staff and those responsible for buildings across the campus. Apply to HSE@lboro.ac.uk for a licence to undertake the online course.
Assessment and Feedback Part A provides an interactive introduction to the key elements of effective feedback and assessment practice at 色狗导航. Ideal for those new to marking or assessment or those looking to refresh their knowledge.
This session aims to advance your knowledge and practice in assessment and feedback by building on concepts introduced in Assessment and Feedback Part A. Here we will look at topics such as, designing assessment, constructive alignment, writing marking criteria, methods of effective feedback and feedback literacy.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is a core element in the University's strategy, Creating Better Futures. Together. Our mandatory EDI Induction online training for existing staff only`Belonging & Inclusion at 色狗导航' enables delegates to reflect on how EDI issues apply to the institution as a whole and to them as individuals, while also being aware of relevant good practice policies and sources of support.
For any member of staff who may come into contact with bio hazards such as grounds and gardens, domestic and residential services, maintenance teams and SDC. If there isn鈥檛 a course scheduled please contact hse@lboro.ac.uk
This course is for anyone who works in biological laboratories at 色狗导航, aiming to provide you with an introduction to biological safety and to compliment your local health and safety training.
Mandatory Training - This online resource will give you an overview of what constitutes bribery, the impacts of bribery and the University's stance on this.
This session will provide you with awareness and understanding of what Change is, whilst developing skills and techniques to enable you to manage your own well-being and to work together with colleagues both positively and effectively.
Carbon Literacy庐 is relevant climate change learning that leads to positivity and action towards reducing carbon emissions. The training is in two parts and you will need to be able to attend both dates. Completion of the training will lead to you becoming certified as Carbon Literate.
This interactive session equips managers with the skills to make timely, confident, and tactful interventions, preventing escalation and fostering healthier team relationships.
This online resource gives you the time and space to consider how you use the communication channels that connect you and your work to the outside world - particularly those which include activities beyond traditional academic publication.
How to use the communication channels that connect you and your work to the outside world - particularly those which include activities beyond traditional academic publication.
The course will provide professional services colleagues with an awareness of the fundamentals of contracts law, how we approach things in the 色狗导航 specific context and some practical tips around how you should approach negotiation to build your confidence in reading, understanding and proposing changes to contractual terms.
This workshop provides chemical training awareness for non-laboratory users and forms part one of three workshops, in our COSHH Safety Programme. The other two elements are COSHH Chemical Safety Awareness and COSHH Spill Management. If there isn鈥檛 a course scheduled please contact hse@lboro.ac.uk.
For staff handling hazardous chemicals, cleaning products or other liquids which if spilt may pose a risk to health, safety or the environment. This workshop forms part of the COSHH safety programme. If there isn鈥檛 a course scheduled please contact hse@lboro.ac.uk.
COSHH Assessor Training
Workshop Category - Health & safety Delivery - in-person
One day In-person COSHH assessor training course. To express an interest, please contact HSE@lboro.ac.uk.
This course aims to provide awareness training enabling employees who handle chemicals (in any capacity) to do so safely.
Deafness is an invisible disability yet 1 in 6 people in the UK have a hearing loss, so chances are you are communicating with someone who has a hearing loss every day. This course will teach you the golden rules of communicating with Deaf/hard of hearing students. You will also learn about appropriate language, effective communication tactics and specialist equipment whilst dispelling some of the common myths about deaf people, their language, and their culture.
Support with developing your application from a mentor and your peers. It is expected that you will bring a draft of your application with you. Discussions, evidence sharing, Q&A will all be available during this session.
Support with developing your application from a mentor and your peers. It is expected that you will bring a draft of your application with you. Discussions, evidence sharing, Q&A will all be available during this session.
This session allows you to take time out of your busy schedule to think about all the key factors that feed into the development of your publication strategy.
Join a practical session to undertake digital housekeeping steps and learn about the storage challenges we face.
This is a community of practice open to anyone at the University who is in the role of Director of 色狗导航 or Director of Student Experience. The coffee hours are an opportunity to meet others in a similar role across the Schools, to receive updates from central Professional Services and to share practice across Schools.
This workshop will provide a safe and supportive environment in which to learn and discuss fundamental issues related to disability. It will look at appropriate language to use when talking about disability and disabled people, and considers the question 鈥榳hat is a disability?鈥�
Display Screen Equipment Assessors Training
Workshop Category - Health & safety Delivery - Self-paced
To be a competent DSE Assessor, supporting staff with their Healthy Working Risk assessment. For any staff member, with approval from their line manager, who is responsible for ensuring the department carries out Healthy Working Assessments for all staff who use a PC. (Please click on the Cardinus Risk Management Hub)
This course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations. If there isn鈥檛 a course scheduled, please contact hse@lboro.ac.uk.
Effective communication at the university is a complex area. Many managers are unaware of communication channels until they must use them. This course will cover the university cycle, analyse different models, practice soft skills, giving and receiving feedback and finally the use of powerful questions.
Focusing on internal and external quality assurance processes, this session will cover: - Learning and Teaching Committees within Schools and subject areas - Annual Programme Reviews - Role, selection and appointment of external examiners - Using quality assurance and feedback data to inform programme developments - University-level Learning and Teaching Committee
Effective Risk Assessment
Workshop Category - Health & safety Delivery - Self-paced
To ensure competence in carrying out an online risk assessment. (Please click on the Cardinus Risk Management Hub)
This session will look at the primary tools for assessment and feedback used in Learn, drawing out tips and tricks for efficient and effective use of them.
This workshop will introduce you to the types of online rubrics available within the Learn assignment activity and Turnitin and highlight why and how they can be beneficial to both staff and students.
This workshop explores how ethical thinking drives our practice in both research and teaching. Together we will outline and discuss how we uphold ethical practices in our academic work and how we develop junior colleagues in this area.
This workshop is designed for academic colleagues who are not yet embedding Education for Sustainable Development or are in the early stages of doing so.
This workshop is available to all staff and covers basic emergency first aid. Please note that completion of this course does not make you a recognised University First Aider. A mandatory requirement for all subwardens, some members of SDC and estates and facilities management. If there isn鈥檛 a course scheduled please contact hse@lboro.ac.uk.
This course explains what emotional intelligence is, why it is important at work, how it can be used to build effective relationships particularly when you are either a manager or someone who looks after people in a team or project related capacity.
This online resource should be completed by Project Supervisors undertaking activity with human participants, including supervisors on undergraduate and postgraduate taught student project studies.
Enhancing Teaching and Assessment Using Learn Quizzes and CodeRunner
Workshop Category - Technology-enhanced learning Category - Digital skills Category - Teaching & learning
The workshop will also introduce opportunities for incorporating AI into quiz and exercise design, with a focus on enhancing feedback and improving efficiency in assessment development. Participants will have the opportunity to request follow-up support to adapt or redesign their existing Learn activities. Priority will be given to modules with larger student numbers and those involving programming content. However, support will also be available for other subject areas where appropriate. An advanced follow-up session will be offered for those who wish to further develop their use of Learn quizzes and CodeRunner.
What is an Equality Impact Assessment (EIA)? Do I need one? How can I complete one? Those are the three questions we seek to answer in this short and interactive online learning module. Sign on today.
This session introduces Equality Impact Assessments (EIAs) and their role in supporting the Public Sector Equality Duty.
This online resource will introduce you to the export control issues you may encounter when undertaking research, enterprise or teaching聽activity at the University.
An online session that guides you through how Family Leave / Special Leave is supported and administered at the University. It explains our policies and provides practical guidance. It is suitable for everyone to view and also includes guidance for managers.
a half-day session that will outline the University鈥檚 financial responsibilities, budget process and includes an overview of procurement. For team leaders, aspiring managers and new managers. It will also be useful for managers who have been in-post for some time but have not had any formal introduction to University Finance.
Covering general Fire Extinguisher usage. For any fire marshal who wishes to learn about fire extinguisher safety. If there isn鈥檛 a course scheduled please contact hse@lboro.ac.uk.
The role and responsibilities of a Fire Marshal. For newly nominated Fire Marshals in Schools/ Departments and those that need to refresh their training.
The role and responsibilities of a Fire Marshal. For newly nominated Fire Marshals in Schools/ Departments and those that need to refresh their training.
Mandatory Fire Safety Training for all new employees, to be completed within the first month of employment.
This 3-day blended learning workshop (1 day online, 2 days in-person) is for members of University staff who wish to be registered as a University First Aider. It will qualify you as a first aider for 3 years, after which you will need to undertake refresher training to requalify. If there isn鈥檛 a course scheduled please contact hse@lboro.ac.uk.
This 2-day blended learning workshop (1 day online, 1 day in-person) is for University First Aiders whose certificate is due to expire. Completion of the workshop renews the First Aider's certificate for a further 3 years. If there isn鈥檛 a course scheduled please contact hse@lboro.ac.uk.
For University First Aiders looking to refresh their first aid skills. Attendees must have completed either the 3-Day First Aid at Work Beginner, 2-Day First Aid Requalification or the 1-Day Emergency First Aid at Work course. This workshop is not a qualification renewal. If there isn鈥檛 a course scheduled please contact hse@lboro.ac.uk.
Fundamentals of PhD Supervision is a short series of two mandatory courses that are intended for members of staff wishing to be part of a supervisory team. Fundamentals part A aims to provide you with the foundational essentials on the rules and regulations around PhD Supervision, as well as insight into working as part of a supervisory team. Part A is self-directed and must be completed before the in-person Fundamentals Part B.
Part A is self-directed and must be completed before the in-person Fundamentals Part B. Fundamentals of PhD Supervision is a short series of two mandatory courses that are intended for members of staff wishing to be part of a supervisory team. Fundamentals part A aims to provide you with the foundational essentials on the rules and regulations around PhD Supervision, as well as insight into working as part of a supervisory team.
Gases Safety Course Compressed and Cryogenic
Courses Category - Health & safety Delivery - in-person
This course is aimed at users of compressed and cryogenic equipment. Please contact HSE@lboro.ac.uk if you require further information or wish to book on to the course.
Join our 1-hour workshop on Generative AI Basics, designed to give a you the essentials on how to start using the technology.
This bite-sized session is designed to help you feel confident and prepared for your GLOW conversation, guiding you through key areas to help you get the most out of your development discussion.
This session will introduce you to Gradescope a coursework submission, marking and feedback tool.
Feedback is a vital part of any GLOW conversation, and this interactive session will equip you with the skills to deliver feedback that is both constructive and well-received. You'll also learn how to use feedback as a springboard for growth through feedforward techniques. This session is only open to those in a line management role in the following Professional Services: Organisational Development, Human Resources, Finance, Research and Innovation, Health and Safety, Academic Registry, EDI Services.
This session is designed to empower managers to integrate wellbeing into their regular GLOW conversations, fostering a culture where people feel safe to share not just how they're performing, but how they're truly feeling This session is only open to those in a line management role in the following Professional Services: Organisational Development, Human Resources, Finance, Research and Innovation, Health and Safety, Academic Registry, EDI Services.
An online session aimed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to manage and resolve conflicts that occur in the workplace.
Health and Safety Induction
Workshop Category - Health & safety Delivery - Self-paced
A detailed introduction into Health and Safety within the University. Mandatory training for all new starters to the University are required to complete this training within their first month of employment.
Healthy Working Plus (DSE Training and Risk Assessment)
Workshop Category - Health & safety Delivery - Self-paced
Mandatory training for all new starters and anyone who uses a PC or laptop. (Please click on the Cardinus Risk Management Hub)
This session will help you to understand the key points to consider when writing a Fellowship application and the typical application processes involved.
A practical how to course looking at the limitations and different variables for setting up assessed group work
The aim of this session is to bring Module Leaders and Professional Services together to discuss the role and responsibilities of a Module Leader, and to share good practice across the institution.
This session is aimed at new or aspiring Programme Leaders.
This workshop supports all teachers to promote active learning techniques for engaging learners in both large and small groups. Similarities and differences within these teaching spaces will be discussed with strategies and ideas to use in your classroom.
This workshop is designed to support PDR Reviewers to hold effective PDR conversations with their Reviewees. It will cover an introduction to coaching-style conversations, how to approach talking about wellbeing (including where to signpost to if needed), and setting appropriate EDI objectives.
This session will look at a variety of way of improving the accessibility of your online resources within Learn.聽
Inclusive Management capability refers to the knowledge, skills and behaviours that managers possess that enables their staff feel valued and respected, have access to opportunities and resources and can contribute their unique perspectives and talents in safe and inclusive working environment. This course will cover: 驴 The principles and benefits of belonging and inclusion from a management perspective 驴 Relevant legislation and what to be aware of when managing people 驴 Creating a psychologically safe environment 驴 The roles, responsibilities and behaviours of an inclusive manager 驴 Role modelling inclusive behaviours, and how to challenge exclusion
A session within the Programme Development offer which addresses the leadership behaviours and influencing skills required by the Programme Leader role.
Mandatory Training - This online resource hosted by KnowBe4 is designed to boost your cyber security and data handling skills. It needs to be completed within the first two weeks of employment and refreshed every two years.
This session will help you to understand the different types of IP, and how we protect IP and commercialise your innovations.
Introducing British Sign Language
Resource - Online learning Category - Belonging and inclusion Delivery - Self-paced
This is an online self paced signing course and is suitable for anyone who works with students, or is in a front facing role dealing with customers. The course contains 10 lessons and will take approximately 16 to 20 hours to complete (1.5- 2 hours per week.) It is an external resource, which you can enrol on to by contacting OD@lboro.ac.uk.
This online resource should be taken by all academic and research staff and anyone supervising student projects or dissertations at 色狗导航.
This workshop will explore the term neurodiversity and how it is identified and diagnosed. It will also discuss the impact on mental health and wellbeing and strategies to create an inclusive workplace.
The principles of radiation protection, legislation and awareness. A mandatary training course for safety officers in high-risk school and departments and for all registered radiation workers. If there isn鈥檛 a course scheduled please contact hse@lboro.ac.uk.
IOSH Managing Safely
Workshop Category - Health & safety Delivery - in-person
To gain a greater understanding of Health and Safety Management. Essential training for all Safety Officers, particularly those in low risk areas. Should you wish to attend this course, please email hse@lboro.ac.uk to be added to the waiting list.
IOSH Working Safely
Courses Category - Health & safety Delivery - in-person Delivery - Live online
The IOSH working safely course provides a basic introduction to safe working practices; providing the information they need to keep themselves and others safe at work. Should you wish to attend this course please contact the HSE team by emailing HSE@lboro.ac.uk.
Laser Safety Awareness Course, providing a detailed overview for laser users. Training for Research Students, Research Associates, Technicians and Academic Supervisors. If there isn鈥檛 a course scheduled please contact hse@lboro.ac.uk.
An interactive session to learn more about terminology, appropriate language for working with and supporting LGBT colleagues.
**Please note this session will be held at the London campus** Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is a core element in the University's strategy, Creating Better Futures. Together. Our mandatory EDI Induction session for new staff only, is an in person session `Belonging & Inclusion at 色狗导航' enables delegates to reflect on how EDI issues apply to the institution as a whole and to them as individuals, while also being aware of relevant good practice policies and sources of support.
**Please note this session will be held at the London campus** This course takes a holistic approach to how we can best support our students, by identifying practical ways to support them with their emotions, personal resilience and wellbeing. Delegates will learn how to identify and act upon possible episodes of distress using case studies and real-time examples. The session will also explore practical guidance and signposting to ensure a timely and compassionate response in moments of crisis.
色狗导航 Management Programme
Courses Category - Management skills Delivery - Blended learning
The 色狗导航 Management Programme is designed for new managers at 色狗导航, outlining the knowledge and skills required to be a line manager or a people manager.
Join us for a one-hour briefing to learn more about the 色狗导航 Management Programme and how it can support your development as a manager.
Introduction to 色狗导航 Sport: it's history, success, structure, and vision. It is mandatory for all new starters at 色狗导航 Sport, but open to any university staff members who would like to learn more about the sporting element of 色狗导航. The session is led by members of our 色狗导航 Sport Senior Leadership Team. After the presentation, there is an optional tour of the sporting facilities.
The Supervisor Development Programme provides targeted development opportunities and support to enable PhD Supervisors reflect on and enhance their supervisory practice.
The 色狗导航 Staff Fair is an opportunity for staff, new and existing, to come and meet Professional Services, Staff Networks and other University Groups such as the Trade Unions and the Community Wardens. The fair will include over 30 exhibitors.
A practical and interactive 2 hour session, using case studies and scenarios, which will give you the knowledge and skills to deal with disciplinary issues relating to staff confidently and appropriately.
For those in line management or supervisory position to learn how to recognise when a staff member is struggling and how you can support them professionally as their line manager.
An online session to ensure you make the most of the probationary and induction period with your new staff.
Manual Handling
Workshop Category - Health & safety Delivery - Self-paced
To ensure competency in manual handling and ensuring staff can assess the risks involved. Essential training for anybody involved in Manual Handling processes. (Please click on the Cardinus Risk Management Hub)
Manual Handling for the Office
Workshop Category - Health & safety Delivery - Self-paced
To ensure competency in manual handling and ensuring staff can assess the risks involved. (Please click on the Cardinus Risk Management Hub)
This course provides a complete overview in relation to manual handling in the workplace.
Men's Group - Men's Health Urology - 13th March 2026 Men traditionally attend the GP less than women and interact less with health campaigns too. Urology health is so important and can impact men in many ways. Men can experience all sorts of urology symptoms. Using a short video from the Urology Foundation as the basis for discussion, we will explore if all our plumbing is working correctly. These session's are also a safe confidential space for men to discuss issues raised by those attending. A listening, non-judgemental ear and peer support are valuable tools when exploring issues around mental and physical health.
This online resource will introduce you to the National Security and Investment Act 2021 and how it impacts on research, enterprise or teaching activity at the University.
NEBOSH National General Certificate
Workshop Category - Health & safety Delivery - in-person
A level 3 Health and Safety management course, mandatory training for safety officers in high-risk schools. Please add your name to the waiting list via my.HR should you wish to attend this course. Alternatively, you can contact hse@lboro.ac.uk.
The session will discuss what neurodiversity is, increase awareness and appreciation of our neurodiverse talent and explore how traditional workplace practices might affect neurodiverse individuals. Please note this session is only for those that manage or lead members of staff.
Join us online where we will showcase the new version of Learn. We will show you some of the new features which we hope will dramatically improve the editing and overall experience. This session is open to anyone that interacts with Learn.
The PDR Briefing is mandatory for all those new to reviewing at 色狗导航. It also acts as a useful refresher for anyone who hasn't reviewed in a while or wishes to remind themselves of how to approach the role.
This is an optional follow-up session to the self-paced online `PDR Reviewer Briefing 2023/2024' https://learn.lboro.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=24985. There will be the opportunity to explore a range of scenarios and time for questions. The online briefing and this session may also be suitable if you would like to refresh your understanding of the PDR process.
A community of practice and development event for our University Peer Observation Associates
This online session will give our managers and leaders the confidence to deal with both good and poor performance effectively in line with strategic aims.
Intended for those new to personal Academic Teaching (PAT) or new to PAT at 色狗导航, this couse looks at the policies and services relevant to supporting students in this role
Personal Wellbeing
Workshop Category - Health & safety Delivery - Self-paced
How to maintain optimal wellbeing through self-care practice (Please click on the Cardinus Risk Management Hub)
This online resource will give you top tips and an improved understanding of how to keep your information safe. (Phishing is the act of tricking you into giving away sensitive information or downloading malicious software onto your PC or company network.)
This session explores the wide range of ways that academic research can create impact outside academia.
This online resource explores the wide range of ways that academic research can create impact outside academia.
To encourage a positive and realistic approach to a financially secure retirement and help employees make informed choices about retirement.Employees, regardless of grade considering retirement or for those who have just started thinking about retirement plans.
In this engaging session, you鈥檒l discover how to build the right project team, establish effective decision-making structures, and create the conditions for collaboration and accountability to thrive.
The 2026 Principal Fellowship Series gives you time to learn about the Descriptor 4 requirements and hear an inspiring session led by our PVC (ESE): Why Write a Principal Fellowship Application?
Providing an overview of the new regulations, how they affect procurement processes at the university and helping to understand and implement the changes.
This session will focus on the core elements of 色狗导航鈥檚 programmes and how Programme Leaders engage with them.
Radiation Protection Supervisor Training (RPS)
Workshop Category - Health & safety Delivery - in-person Delivery - Live online
A refresher course for all RPS 鈥榮 providing updates to RPS duties. Please add your name to the waiting list via my.HR should you wish to attend this course. Alternatively, you can contact hse@lboro.ac.uk
This workshop is designed to develop your effectiveness when recruiting and selecting new employees, ensuring that the people you select are the best fit for the role, whilst ensuring the University follows relevant policy and legislation.
Research Caf茅 (formally known as Caf茅 Academique) is a unique, popular, social and educational event for Doctoral Researchers and Research Staff (i.e., Research Associate, Research Fellows and Senior Research Fellows).
Organisational Development would love to invite colleagues to our informal Retirement caf茅, created to provide colleagues the opportunity to explore the psychological and health impacts of retirement and to hopefully meet ex-colleagues who have already retired and hear about their journeys and experiences. Director of EDI Services, Veronica Moore, will also share her professional insights on the challenges of retirement on relationships.
Safe Driving
Workshop Category - Health & safety Delivery - Self-paced
Safe driving will help you to understand and reduce the risks of being involved in an incident. Essential training for anyone driving University vehicles or on University business. (Please click on the Cardinus Risk Management Hub)
This is a UK Coaching accredited Safeguarding and Protecting Children course, delivered under a Licenced Partnership and delivered by a UK Coaching accredited tutor. This course is suitable and could be a mandatory requirement for those who work in a sports coaching role, or in a student/athlete facing role in the sporting environment, for example: strength and conditioning coaches, nutritionists, physiotherapist, swimming instructors or fitness instructors.
This 3-hour course is specifically designed to equip all staff with the confidence to deal with safeguarding issues, recognise signs of neglect and abuse and know the steps to report these issues.
If you are interested in applying for Senior Fellow recognition (SFHEA) please come along to learn more about our 色狗导航 scheme, share your case study ideas, have mentor support and start developing your application. The sessions are designed for individual input and support and time for writing.
If you are interested in applying for Senior Fellow recognition (SFHEA) please come along to learn more about our 色狗导航 scheme, share your case study ideas, have mentor support and start developing your application. The sessions are designed for individual input and support and time for writing.
If you are interested in applying for Senior Fellow recognition (SFHEA) please come along to learn more about our 色狗导航 scheme, share your case study ideas, have mentor support and start developing your application. The sessions are designed for individual input and support and time for writing.
Slips Trips and Falls
Workshop Category - Health & safety Delivery - Self-paced
Advice and training on how to prevents slips, trips and falls in the workplace. (Please click on the Cardinus Risk Management Hub)
This wellbeing initiative is designed to support staff development, promote healthy habits, and recognise your commitment to personal wellbeing 鈥� across all the 色狗导航 Staff. It offers all participating staff the opportunity to enhance their wellbeing through an accredited, accessible, personal development aligned programme that supports our ongoing commitment to the Universities wider wellbeing initiatives. The link for this course will take you directly to the Step into Health website where you will find further details on the programme and how to submit an expression of interest.
A 3-hour workshop to provide education and skills to help reduce the risk of suicide, which may be particularly useful for those with a student-facing role.
This workshop introduces participants to key ideas developed in recent publications concerning the challenges inherent in dissertation and project supervision and gives time for discussion and reflection on the suggested solutions.
This workshop will allow academics to consider the role of undergraduate and masters-level research in the education of students and consider how they can best develop projects to maximise the opportunities for learning, including considerations of project design and project management.
This course takes a holistic approach to how we can best support our students, by identifying practical ways to support them with their emotions, personal resilience and wellbeing. Delegates will learn how to identify and act upon possible episodes of distress using case studies and real-time examples. The session will also explore practical guidance and signposting to ensure a timely and compassionate response in moments of crisis.
This session will explore the profiles and characteristics of neurodivergent students. It will the highlight how adopting an inclusive approach will support our (identified and unidentified) neurodivergent student population to achieve their potential both academically and personally whilst also supporting mental health and wellbeing.
This practical workshop will introduce participants to key principles that can be utilised to support neurodivergent learners. There will be an opportunity to reflect on existing practice and consider how to embed these guiding principles into your own teaching context.
Find out what Sustainability means at 色狗导航.
This is a regular community of practice event to bring together our contract-based University Teachers (otherwise known as 鈥淪SA鈥� staff) to share ideas and news from across the campus and to provide support for ongoing CPD and teaching accreditation.
This session will give you an overview and introduction to all our technology enhanced learning tools here at 色狗导航, including systems like Learn our VLE and ReVIEW our lecture capture system.
Are you wanting to create personalised feedback to students but just don't have the time to do it? Well, come along to this lunchtime hour session where we will showcase an easy-to-use tool that produces individualised assessment feedback reports with minimal setup.
This course considers how coaching differs from mentoring, counselling, training and sponsoring. It will help managers to decide when to use and when not to use a coaching style of management to enable people they manage, members of their team, or people they are looking to develop, by looking at models and their application. It is a highly interactive course that links with the Coaching and Mentoring Framework.
We currently have a few spaces left on our Train the Trainer Cohorts as per the information below. You must also be able to attend all three dates of the cohort to gain the place. Please can you fill the following Microsoft form in in the first instance, for your application to be reviewed to specify if you will be allocated a place. One space is available on the November Cohort 14th, 15th, and 22nd of November 2024, or 6 spaces available on the October 2025 dates 9th, 10th and the 17th.
To familiarise 色狗导航 researchers with UK Research and Innovation鈥檚 (UKRI鈥檚) new funding application portal, The Funding Service (TFS). It will comprise a presentation and a Q&A.
This session will help you to gain an understanding of the UKRI Panel Process through participation in a mock panel activity.
A session that will introduce you to the technology within a standard lecture theatre. You'll be shown the new dual monitor setup and have an opportunity to experiment with the audio/visual setup to gain confidence.
This session will introduce you to the Peer Assessment activity in Learn, guiding you through the setup and the recommended settings.
This session will introduce you to Vevox our centrally supported voting system, including highlighting some of the more advanced features like AI generated questions.
This is a Mandatory Training session for all new staff. Attendees will be given an overview to the University, the strategy, the culture and the way the University works.
Wellbeing Champion Training
Courses Category - Health & safety Delivery - Self-paced
As part of the continued development of staff wellbeing at 色狗导航, we are looking to appoint Wellbeing Champions in each school and department. Please note this is a voluntary role and you will need to agree locally with your manager how this will work in practice, but the expectation is no more than 2-3 hours per month. Before booking on this training, you will need to complete the online application.
The aim of the session is to provide an overview of the requirements and policies affecting for researchers operating in the UK research environment, and to enable staff to develop and refine strategies for dealing with these requirements.
This session will focus on the practicalities and nuances of working with students in a leadership role relating to learning and teaching.
This course will cover the standards around behaviour, language and fun at work and the importance of getting this right. To ensure we are establishing inclusive cultures, understanding difference, and giving people a voice if they feel excluded.
This is principally aimed at our administrative job family, but all staff are welcome to attend. This will cover: - Using One-Drive effectively and understand the difference between storage spaces. - Collaborating and sharing documents appropriately. - Using MSTeams effectively. and more.