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Court of Protection report writing skills
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Court of Protection report writing skills

The Tomlinson Centre, 214 Queensbridge Rd, London E8 3ND, London

THIS SESSION IS FULLY BOOKED This session will be delivered by Barrister Ian Brownhill, Edge Training and Consultancy Ltd - www.edgetraining.org.uk Aims This course aims to identify key aspects of mental capacity law with reference to statute and the Code and to establish frameworks for the accurate recording of essential evidence. It will ensure staff […]

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Read & Reflect Hour – Hackney Children
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Read & Reflect Hour – Hackney Children

Hackney Service Centre, Hackney

Join our Read&ReflectHour in Hackney and meet with colleagues to catch up on the latest social work research. DETAILS COMING SOON This is how it works: A journal article or reading will be sent out three weeks before the Read&ReflectHour giving you time to read it beforehand. You will then have an opportunity to appraise […]

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Assessing neglect and emotional abuse in children’s services
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Assessing neglect and emotional abuse in children’s services

The Burroughs, London, England, United Kingdom

SYMPOSIUM FULLY BOOKED This session is presented by Antonia Bifulco, Professor of Lifespan Psychology, Director of Centre for Abuse and Trauma Studies (CATS) at Middlesex University. https://www.mdx.ac.uk/about-us/our-people/staff-directory/profile/bifulco-antonia There is an increasing focus on neglect and emotional abuse in children’s services. This is because rates are rising and often practitioners have difficulty identifying the severity of […]

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Leadership versus management: an introduction to leadership styles and understanding yourself as a leader
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Leadership versus management: an introduction to leadership styles and understanding yourself as a leader

The North London Social Work Teaching Partnership is dedicated to unlocking the knowledge and capability of social workers at every stage of their career. We continue this dedication with the exciting introduction of our MasterClass programme which aims to strengthen the skills of current and future leaders within our Partner organisations. In collaboration with Middlesex […]

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Achieving a balance: managing risks with staff in children and families services
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Achieving a balance: managing risks with staff in children and families services

SESSION ONE Achieving a balance: managing risks with staff in children and families services The North London Social Work Teaching Partnership is dedicated to unlocking the knowledge and capability of social workers at every stage of their career. We continue this dedication with the exciting introduction of our Managers’Forum which will enable participants to gather […]

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Achieving a balance: managing risks with staff in adult services
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Achieving a balance: managing risks with staff in adult services

SESSION TWO Achieving a balance: managing risks with staff in adult services The North London Social Work Teaching Partnership is dedicated to unlocking the knowledge and capability of social workers at every stage of their career. We continue this dedication with the exciting introduction of our Managers’ Forum which will enable participants to gather in […]

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Making Safeguarding Personal
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Making Safeguarding Personal

The Tomlinson Centre, 214 Queensbridge Rd, London E8 3ND, London

SYMPOSIUM FULLY BOOKED This session will be delivered by Dr Adi Cooper OBE, Care & Health Improvement Advisor, Local Government Association. Safeguarding adults became statutory with the Care Act 2014 and Making Safeguarding Personal was incorporated into the statutory guidance. This approach to safeguarding adults has been promoted as good personalised, outcome-focused practice by the […]

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SKEF – Signs of Safety: A comparative critique across two London Boroughs

The Tomlinson Centre, 214 Queensbridge Rd, London E8 3ND, London

The North London Social Work Teaching Partnership is dedicated to sharing best practice and knowledge about innovations and improvement programmes across partner organisations. The SKEFs provide a unique opportunity to share practice experience and specialist skills, network and enhance collaborative dialogue between managers and practitioners that will inform practise and service development. These sessions are […]

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Read & Reflect Hour – Enfield Childrens
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Read & Reflect Hour – Enfield Childrens

305-315 Green Lanes, Palmers Green

Join our Read&ReflectHour in Enfield and meet with colleagues to catch up on the latest social work research. DETAILS COMING SOON This is how it works: A journal article or reading will be sent out three weeks before the Read&ReflectHour giving you time to read it beforehand. You will then have an opportunity to appraise […]

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Working  with challenging behaviours using the principles of motivational interviewing
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Working with challenging behaviours using the principles of motivational interviewing

The Burroughs, London, United Kingdom

SESSION FULLY BOOKED This session will be delivered by Dr Carmel Clancy, Professor of Mental Health & Addictions and Head of Department for Mental Health & Social Work, School of Health & Education, Middlesex University. This symposium seeks to introduce and explore techniques and approaches, underpinned by motivational interviewing principles, on how challenging behaviours might […]

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Tackling modern slavery and human trafficking
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Tackling modern slavery and human trafficking

The Burroughs, London, United Kingdom

THIS SESSION IS FULLY BOOKED This session will be delivered by Dr Brad K. Blitz, Director, British Academy Programme, Tackling Slavery, Human Trafficking and Child Labour in Modern Business, Professor of International Politics, Middlesex University, Visiting Professor, Institute of Global Affairs, London School of Economics. This event seeks to introduce participants to the challenges of […]

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Practice Education Refresher
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Practice Education Refresher

The Burroughs, London, England, United Kingdom

Do you want to be part of developing the next generation of social workers? If you have previously completed Practice Educator training and are thinking about offering a student placement again, this day is for you. Delivered by Middlesex University’s Social Work department, this interactive workshop will provide up-to-date information to help you plan and […]

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Leadership in social work: benefits of creating a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture
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Leadership in social work: benefits of creating a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture

This session aims to offer an insight into the management and leadership of a diverse team from a social work, health and human services perspective. It will also cover the benefits of having a diverse workforce and what actions are needed to create an inclusive culture. There will be a particular emphasis on the impact […]

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Systemic Practice
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Systemic Practice

The Tomlinson Centre, 214 Queensbridge Rd, London E8 3ND, London

This session will be facilitated by Robert Koglek, Head of Service, Corporate Parenting, London Borough of Hackney. Details of title and overview of session to be advertised soon. *This event is only open to social workers and practitioners working in social care within our Partner organisations, comprising of Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Hackney, Haringey and Islington […]

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Situational leadership and the development and retention of talented employees
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Situational leadership and the development and retention of talented employees

The North London Social Work Teaching Partnership is dedicated to unlocking the knowledge and capability of social workers at every stage of their career. We continue this dedication with the exciting introduction of our Managers’ Forum which will enable participants to gather in a confidential and supportive space. The forums will allow participants to obtain […]

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Read & Reflect Hour – Hackney Childrens
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Read & Reflect Hour – Hackney Childrens

Hackney Service Centre, Hackney

Join our Read&ReflectHour in Hackney and meet with colleagues to catch up on the latest social work research. DETAILS COMING SOON This is how it works: A journal article or reading will be sent out three weeks before the Read&ReflectHour giving you time to read it beforehand. You will then have an opportunity to appraise […]

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Leading and developing others: fostering a culture of learning
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Leading and developing others: fostering a culture of learning

This session aims to provide you with an understanding of the leadership skills required to motivate and develop the skills, knowledge, capabilities and performance of those you supervise. Facilitators: Danny Kalman FCIPD   Facilitator profile Danny Kalman FCIPD Talent Management Professional, Senior Lecturer in Human Resource Management, Business School, Middlesex University Danny’s expertise is supporting organisations […]

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Get yourself heard! A session on investigating practice and writing for publication
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Get yourself heard! A session on investigating practice and writing for publication

The Burroughs, London, United Kingdom

This session will be delivered by Dr Helen-Hingley Jones, Associate Professor in Social Work and Dr Linda Bell Associate Professor (retired) and Visiting Academic/Research Fellow, Department of Mental Health, Social Work and Integrative Medicine at Middlesex University. There are so many ways in which it’s possible to get yourself heard; from blogging and social media […]

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Modelling reflective supervision practices in challenging working environments
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Modelling reflective supervision practices in challenging working environments

The North London Social Work Teaching Partnership is dedicated to unlocking the knowledge and capability of social workers at every stage of their career. We continue this dedication with the exciting introduction of our Managers’ Forum which will enable participants to gather in a confidential and supportive space. The sessions will allow participants to obtain […]

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Read & Reflect Hour – Camden Adults
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Read & Reflect Hour – Camden Adults

Eighth Floor - 8.1 Waterlow, 5 Pancras SquareMeeting Room s, Kings Cross

Join our Read&ReflectHour in Camden (Adults) and meet with colleagues to catch up on the latest social work research. This is how it works: A journal article or reading will be sent out three weeks before the Read&ReflectHour giving you time to read it beforehand. You will then have an opportunity to appraise it and […]

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An introduction to working effectively with gender-variant children and families
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An introduction to working effectively with gender-variant children and families

The Burroughs, London, England, United Kingdom

This session will be delivered by Sophie Cockell, Systemic Psychotherapist and Specialist Social Worker; Helen Dalton, Highly Specialist Social Worker and Daniela Ivan, Specialist Social Worker. We are all currently working for the Gender Identity Development Service which is a highly specialised service for young people and their families wishing to explore their gender identity. […]

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Taking on a parenting role in later life: Experiences of Grandparent Special Guardians
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Taking on a parenting role in later life: Experiences of Grandparent Special Guardians

The Tomlinson Centre, 214 Queensbridge Rd, London E8 3ND, London

This session will be delivered by Dr Lucille Allain, Director of Programmes and Associate Professor in Social Work and Dr Helen-Hingley Jones, Associate Professor in Social Work. Family placements and models of care for looked after children have been changing and this includes a rise in Special Guardianship Orders where children are often cared for […]

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Read & Reflect Hour – Hackney Childrens
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Read & Reflect Hour – Hackney Childrens

Hackney Service Centre, Hackney

Join our Read&ReflectHour in Hackney and meet with colleagues to catch up on the latest social work research. DETAILS COMING SOON This is how it works: A journal article or reading will be sent out three weeks before the Read&ReflectHour giving you time to read it beforehand. You will then have an opportunity to appraise […]

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Systemic leadership
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Systemic leadership

The Tomlinson Centre, 214 Queensbridge Rd, London E8 3ND, London

This session aims to review the principles of systems theory and provide you with an overview of systemic leadership in order to get you to start thinking like a systemic leader. Facilitators: Dr Mary Hartog and Dr Helen Hingley-Jones   Facilitator profiles Dr Mary Hartog Organisation and Leadership Practice Director, Business School, Middlesex University Dr Mary […]

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Effective change management in a social care context
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Effective change management in a social care context

The Tomlinson Centre, 214 Queensbridge Rd, London E8 3ND, London

The North London Social Work Teaching Partnership is dedicated to unlocking the knowledge and capability of social workers at every stage of their career. We continue this dedication with the exciting introduction of our Managers’ Forum which will enable participants to gather in a confidential and supportive space. The sessions will allow participants to obtain […]

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Recognising diversity as an asset: Supporting service users across different gender identities and sexualities
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Recognising diversity as an asset: Supporting service users across different gender identities and sexualities

The Burroughs, London, United Kingdom

This session will be delivered by Alfonso Pezzella, Lecturer in Mental Health, Social Work & Integrative Medicine, School of Health & Education Faculty of Professional and Social Sciences, Middlesex University. Aim: The session aims to give an awareness into the experiences of LGBTQ+ service users, the challenges faced and the importance for health and social care professionals […]

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Read & Reflect Hour – Camden Adults
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Read & Reflect Hour – Camden Adults

Eighth Floor - 8.1 Waterlow, 5 Pancras SquareMeeting Room s, Kings Cross

Join our Read&ReflectHour in Camden (Adults) and meet with colleagues to catch up on the latest social work research. This is how it works: A journal article or reading will be sent out three weeks before the Read&ReflectHour giving you time to read it beforehand. You will then have an opportunity to appraise it and […]

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Assessing and supporting adults with no recourse to public funds – an advanced course
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Assessing and supporting adults with no recourse to public funds – an advanced course

The Burroughs, London, United Kingdom

This session will be facilitated by colleagues from the NRPF Network, a network of local authorities and partner organisations focusing on the statutory duties to migrants with care needs who have no recourse to public funds. Local authorities play an important role in safeguarding the most vulnerable people with NRPF from destitution. Practitioners must ensure […]

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SKEF – Contemporary and innovative practice models in adult social care
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SKEF – Contemporary and innovative practice models in adult social care

The Tomlinson Centre, 214 Queensbridge Rd, London E8 3ND, London

The North London Social Work Teaching Partnership is dedicated to sharing best practice and knowledge about innovations and improvement programmes across Partner organisations. The SKEFs provide a unique opportunity to share practice experience and specialist skills, network and enhance collaborative dialogue between managers and practitioners that will inform practise and service development. These sessions are […]

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Read & Reflect Hour – Hackney Childrens
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Read & Reflect Hour – Hackney Childrens

Hackney Service Centre, Hackney

Join our Read&ReflectHour in Hackney and meet with colleagues to catch up on the latest social work research. DETAILS COMING SOON This is how it works: A journal article or reading will be sent out three weeks before the Read&ReflectHour giving you time to read it beforehand. You will then have an opportunity to appraise […]

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Learning the lessons from the London Safeguarding Adult Reviews (SARs)
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Learning the lessons from the London Safeguarding Adult Reviews (SARs)

The Tomlinson Centre, 214 Queensbridge Rd, London E8 3ND, London

This session will be delivered by Dr Adi Cooper OBE, Care & Health Improvement Advisor, Local Government Association. Safeguarding Adult Reviews (SARs) are case reviews undertaken by Safeguarding Adults Boards. These are usually completed when someone dies as a result of suspected or actual abuse or neglect, multi-agency working could be improved and there are […]

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Self-neglect and the Mental Capacity Act 2005
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Self-neglect and the Mental Capacity Act 2005

The Burroughs, London, England, United Kingdom

THIS SESSION IS NOW FULLY BOOKED This session will be delivered byDawn Revell, Edge Training and Consultancy Ltd - www.edgetraining.org.uk Aims This course aims to enable delegates to consider the application of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 in relation to cases of self-neglect through Safeguarding Adults procedures. Learning outcomes   By the end of the […]

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SKEF – Approaches to Family Intervention
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SKEF – Approaches to Family Intervention

Approaches to Family Intervention: Motivational Social Work and Social Pedagogy in Action (Family Learning Intervention Programme - FLIP) - a comparative critique of two practice models   The North London Social Work Teaching Partnership is dedicated to sharing best practice and knowledge about innovations and improvement programmes across Partner organisations. The SKEFs provide a unique […]

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Online learning: Systemic leadership
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Online learning: Systemic leadership

This webinar aims to provide you with an overview of systemic leadership in order to get you to start thinking like a systemic leader. A systemic leader does not focus on the superficial symptoms of the system, but rather looks at what is happening beneath the surface.  Aimed at professionals who aspire to improve their […]

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Online learning: Working with complexity: Managing challenging conversations in practice
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Online learning: Working with complexity: Managing challenging conversations in practice

Professional communication is rarely straightforward, but some issues – such as breaking bad news and setting boundaries or supporting people in states of emotionally charged states like grief, fear, anger and pain can cause additional concern. This session addresses ways in which we can communicate with clarity and compassion and offers strategies when communicating with […]

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Online learning: Women, girls and gangs – Risks and challenges in a new landscape
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Online learning: Women, girls and gangs – Risks and challenges in a new landscape

There is increasing awareness of new risks to girls and young women posed by changes in gang activity. As gangs move away from postcode rivalries and become more focused upon developing drugs markets outside of London, they have an increasing need to recruit girls to support these activities. Girls and young women in public care […]

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Online learning: Scents of self-neglect and hoarding
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Online learning: Scents of self-neglect and hoarding

This session will be presented by Shabnam Ahmed, Team Manager, and Martin Hampton, Social Worker, Adult Social Care, London Borough of Camden.   The session aims: To increase understanding of self-neglect and hoarding To encourage imagination and continued curiosity on the topic of self-neglect and hoarding; and To take away one new thought or idea […]

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Effective Interpersonal Communication:  Communicate with confidence, sensitivity and authenticity, building stronger professional relationships
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Effective Interpersonal Communication: Communicate with confidence, sensitivity and authenticity, building stronger professional relationships

Do you find it difficult to articulate your real thoughts sometimes, share how you really feel or make yourself heard in discussions? To be successful, you need to have excellent communication skills, the ability to listen and then get your point across in the right way. Individual and team success depends on effective communication.  Whether […]

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Writing Strength Based Assessment & Person Centered Support Plans
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Writing Strength Based Assessment & Person Centered Support Plans

This session will be delivered by Alice Carmichael and Aleister Griffin, Adults Social Care, London Borough of Hackney.   Speaker Bio Aleister Griffin has been a qualified social worker since 2013 when he completed his MSc in Social Work at Royal Holloway, University of London. Since then, Aleister has worked at Hackney Council within various […]

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Addiction and personality disorder
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Addiction and personality disorder

This webinar will be presented by Cherie Carlton, Lecturer (Practice) in Social Work, Mental Health Social Work & Interprofessional Learning, Middlesex University. Cherie’s main teaching interests include mental health and addictions, trauma-informed practices, child and family social work, social work theory, skills and readiness for practice and research methods. Her practice background is in adult […]

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Mobile phones and domestic abuse: how mobile phones assist perpetrators in maintaining power and coercive control over current and former partners
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Mobile phones and domestic abuse: how mobile phones assist perpetrators in maintaining power and coercive control over current and former partners

The World Health Organisation estimates that, globally, almost one-third of women who have been in a relationship have experienced physical or sexual violence from a romantic or sexual partner. Simultaneously  worldwide, mobile phone ownership is expected to pass the five billion mark in 2019. Apps are being built or optimised making it harder to live […]

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Making Safeguarding Personal
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Making Safeguarding Personal

This session will be delivered by Dr Adi Cooper OBE, Care & Health Improvement Advisor, Local Government Association. Safeguarding adults became statutory with the Care Act 2014 and Making Safeguarding Personal was incorporated into the statutory guidance. This approach to safeguarding adults has been promoted as good personalised, outcome-focused practice by the Local Government Association […]

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Team Dynamics
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Team Dynamics

INTRODUCTION Establishing well-functioning, effective teams continues to be an important goal for many managers and leaders. This session will take you on a journey that begins with ideas about team dynamics and how to manage them, through to strategies for developing or enhancing team performance.  SPEAKER BIO Ngozi Anuforo Director of NOA Consultancy Services Ngozi […]

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Dementia and the social work role
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Dementia and the social work role

INTRODUCTION The purpose of the session is to consider dementia in the context of the social work role. It will introduce the most common forms of the diagnosis as well as delve further into how it can affect the individual.  Dementia is understood from different perspectives and discussion around how it manifests in the lives […]

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Homelessness (Part 1)
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Homelessness (Part 1)

INTRODUCTION   In the last year alone street homelessness has increased by 20% and there are now around 1283 people sleeping rough in London every night. Although street homelessness only represents around 5% of the total homeless population in the UK, with most living in temporary accommodation, hostels and sofa-surfing, it is undoubtedly the most […]

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Homelessness (Part 2)
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Homelessness (Part 2)

INTRODUCTION   In the last year alone street homelessness has increased by 20% and there are now around 1283 people sleeping rough in London every night. Although street homelessness only represents around 5% of the total homeless population in the UK, with most living in temporary accommodation, hostels and sofa-surfing, it is undoubtedly the most […]

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Self-Leadership
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Self-Leadership

INTRODUCTION: Self-leadership is an important topic in today´s complex and dynamic work environment. The aim of the webinar is to enable practitioners to gain an awareness of self-leadership and how to cultivate self-leadership skills aligned to their own values and the values of the social work profession. We will consider why self-leadership is important in […]

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Reflective Leadership Practice
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Reflective Leadership Practice

INTRODUCTION What does it mean to lead others during complex and challenging times? The stresses and strains that come with managing the day to day pressure of delivering better outcomes can often lead us to question our own ability to lead others effectively. This session explores the concept of reflective leadership practice and introduces ideas […]

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Working with Substance Misuse
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Working with Substance Misuse

SPEAKERS BIO Naznin Ali - Systemic Family Practitioner and Family Learning Intervention Programme (FLIP) House Manager, London Borough of Hackney Naznin Ali is the Family Learning Intervention Programme (FLIP) House Manager in Oxfordshire, working with families with children at risk of becoming on the edge of care; to strengthen family relationships at risk of breaking […]

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NLSWTP Webinar: Safety planning
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NLSWTP Webinar: Safety planning

ABOUT THE SPEAKER This webinar will be presented by Rasha Hamid, Safe & Together Implementation Lead at Respect. Rasha’s role spans across Hackney and Waltham Forest Children’s Social Care and focuses on implementing the Safe & Together model; a domestic abuse practice model for child and family practitioners developed in the US. Rasha is a […]

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NLSWTP Webinar: Motivational interviewing
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NLSWTP Webinar: Motivational interviewing

ABOUT THE SPEAKER This webinar will be presented by Stephen Rice, Principal Child and Family Social Worker, Islington Council. Stephen has over 15 years experience  in child protection social work including oversight of the Motivational Practice model at Islington Council, which is built on using Motivational Interviewing in a child protection context.   Stephen  is passionate […]

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NLSWTP Webinar: Safeguarding Children and Young People Online
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NLSWTP Webinar: Safeguarding Children and Young People Online

This session will be presented by Claudia Megele, National Chair of the Principal Children and Families Social Worker Network, and Dr Peter Buzzi, Director of Research and Management Consultancy Centre and the Safeguarding Research Centre. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Claudia Megele is the National Chair of the Principal Children and Families Social Worker Network. She is […]

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NLSWTP Webinar: Direct Work with Children and Young People Online
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NLSWTP Webinar: Direct Work with Children and Young People Online

This session will be presented by Claudia Megele, National Chair of the Principal Children and Families Social Worker Network, and Dr Peter Buzzi, Director of Research and Management Consultancy Centre and the Safeguarding Research Centre. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Claudia Megele is the National Chair of the Principal Children and Families Social Worker Network. She is […]

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NLSWTP Webinar: Mindfulness
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NLSWTP Webinar: Mindfulness

ABOUT THE SPEAKER This half-day online training session will be presented by Sean Liddell, International Motivational Speaker and Training Consultant at Talking Life Ltd. Sean is an engaging and motivational consultant very experienced in Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence and Coaching, delivering innovative management training courses to provide sustained personal growth.  Sean has a wealth of Private […]

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NLSWTP Webinar: Supporting adults with learning disabilities – the importance of Quality of Life
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NLSWTP Webinar: Supporting adults with learning disabilities – the importance of Quality of Life

INTRODUCTION This training will prepare you to engage with people with learning disabilities and identify when difficult situations are a result of poor quality of life. Adults with learning disabilities are a vulnerable population. They are often exposed to abuse, discrimination and mistreatment. This training session will explore what a learning disability is and what […]

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NLSWTP Webinar: Meet Social Work England
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NLSWTP Webinar: Meet Social Work England

INTRODUCTION This session will be presented by Julie Campbell, Social Work England Regional Engagement Lead, London. Regional engagement leads are registered social workers working in localities with social workers, people with lived experience of social work, employers, and education and training providers. LEARNING OUTCOMES Participants in this session will be able to: Learn more about Social […]

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Looking at Leadership through a Systemic Lens
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Looking at Leadership through a Systemic Lens

INTRODUCTION This short session is a fast-paced journey through systemic ideas about leadership. In this hour, participants are offered the opportunity to deconstruct leadership and explore how systemic thinking can help us to make sense of the cultural, social and political contexts that influence our ability to ‘act’ into leadership roles. LEARNING OUTCOMES: Participants in […]

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Stepping into Management: Developing Personal Impact
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Stepping into Management: Developing Personal Impact

INTRODUCTION The transition into a new management or leadership role can be an exciting and challenging step in our professional journey. For many of us it calls for the development of increased self-confidence and focus, as well as establishing a new sense of professional identity and leadership style. Navigating this change in persona is the […]

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NLSWTP Online Forum: Current Challenges In Social Work Practice
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NLSWTP Online Forum: Current Challenges In Social Work Practice

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Introduction This interactive session will be hosted by Dr. Lucille Allian, Director of Social Work Programme, Middlesex University and Dr. Helen Hingley-Jones, Director of Programmes for MA/PGDip and BA Social Work programmes.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERs Dr. Lucille Allain has much experience in local authority social work as a senior manager and social worker in […]

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Thinking Diversity and Inclusive Practice in Leadership
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Thinking Diversity and Inclusive Practice in Leadership

INTRODUCTION This bitesize session will explore the role of leaders in tackling inequality and driving inclusive practice. Participants will learn more about how to create a work environment and culture that values difference and diversity, thinking about leadership practice and understanding of self. LEARNING OUTCOMES Participants will have the opportunity to: Consider anti-discriminatory leadership practice […]

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Thinking Diversity and Inclusive Practice in Leadership
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Thinking Diversity and Inclusive Practice in Leadership

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INTRODUCTION This bitesize session will explore the role of leaders in tackling inequality and driving inclusive practice. Participants will learn more about how to create a work environment and culture that values difference and diversity, thinking about leadership practice and understanding of self. LEARNING OUTCOMES Participants will have the opportunity to: Consider anti-discriminatory leadership practice […]

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NLSWTP Online Forum: Current Challenges In Social Work Practice
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NLSWTP Online Forum: Current Challenges In Social Work Practice

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Introduction This interactive session will be hosted by Dr. Lucille Allian, Director of Social Work Programme, Middlesex University and Naomi Soetendorp, FHEA , Practice Education Manager, London Borough of Islington.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERs Dr. Lucille Allain has much experience in local authority social work as a senior manager and social worker in child and […]

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Practice Stories: Signs of Safety, Covid 19 and Me
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Practice Stories: Signs of Safety, Covid 19 and Me

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INTRODUCTION This webinar will be hosted by Liz Shaw, Practice and Learning Manager, Barnet Council.   This session explores the experience of using Signs of Safety in the context of the pandemic. It will consider both the experiences of practitioners in using the model and Liz’s role as a social work educator supporting practitioners. This session […]

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Principles and Skills in Holding Difficult Conversations
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Principles and Skills in Holding Difficult Conversations

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INTRODUCTION This webinar will be hosted by Robyn Kemp, Children’s Social Care Consultant and Trainer.   The relationship between social care practitioners and service users is complex and so the potential for difficulties is high. In this session we will examine and explore core principles alongside some of the theories and skills that can help us […]

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International Refugee Week Webinar Panel Discussion (Hosted by Middlesex University)
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International Refugee Week Webinar Panel Discussion (Hosted by Middlesex University)

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About this event The Research Centre for Transcultural Studies in Health, Middlesex University London, is pleased to announce the provision of a webinar panel discussion, to celebrate International Refugee Week. This free event is open to everyone and is scheduled for the 15th June at 3-4pm (UK time). It will be hosted by Professor Irena […]

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International Kinship Care
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International Kinship Care

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INTRODUCTION In an increasingly globalised world, children in need of protection, often have important connections overseas. However, planning for a child to live with a kinship carer overseas can represent legal and practical challenges. This webinar will draw on Children and Families Across Borders' (CFAB) expertise in the field of cross-border, child protection, to identify […]

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The Implementation of Liberty Protection Safeguards
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The Implementation of Liberty Protection Safeguards

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INTRODUCTION Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS) will be implemented soon with an anticipated start date being April 2022. It can literally apply anywhere unlike currently under Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) only in care homes and hospitals.    LPS will usher in changes to the way Deprivation of Liberty is authorised in contrast to the DoLS. […]

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Assertiveness
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Assertiveness

INTRODUCTION: Assertiveness is the quality of being self-assured and confident without being aggressive. It is a skill that can be learned and a mode of communication.  This webinar will provide you with a range of tools and techniques to improve your skills in being an assertive professional. LEARNING OUTCOMES: Understand what is considered to be […]

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SKEF: Exploring Gang Culture, Criminal Exploitation, Vulnerability and Violence
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SKEF: Exploring Gang Culture, Criminal Exploitation, Vulnerability and Violence

The Specialist Knowledge and Exchange Forums provide a unique opportunity to share practice experience and specialist skills, that will inform practice and service development. These sessions are suitable for social work practitioners, managers and anyone involved in supporting social work practice. Session summary This session will be presented by David Finnegan, London Metropolitan Police and […]

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Ethical Use of Power and Authority in Social Work
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Ethical Use of Power and Authority in Social Work

INTRODUCTION: Social workers should use the authority of their role in a responsible, accountable and respectful manner. They should exercise authority appropriately to safeguard people with whom they work and to ensure people have as much control over their lives as is consistent with the rights of others. This webinar will encourage delegates to consider the […]

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NLSWTP Online Forum: Current Challenges In Social Work Practice
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NLSWTP Online Forum: Current Challenges In Social Work Practice

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Session summary This interactive session will be hosted by Dr. Lucille Allian, Director of Social Work Programme, Middlesex University and Sally Nieman, Professional Social Work Educator, Adults Social Care, London borough of Camden. AIMS OF THE SESSION: To give attendees the opportunity to express their thoughts  in a safe space. Increase practitioners’ awareness and understanding […]

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Unconscious Bias
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Unconscious Bias

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INTRODUCTION: Many find it difficult to talk about biases, identity and culture, especially in the context of their work with children and young people; but problems that cannot be named and discussed, cannot be solved.   Many do not realise the impact their biases have on their decision-making, practice and interactions; at best, biases inhibit decisions […]

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Coaching Programme for NQSWs: Home visits
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Coaching Programme for NQSWs: Home visits

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INTRODUCTION: This session is primarily for Newly Qualified Social Workers, as an opportunity to support their confidence to practice post-qualifying. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from practice examples and experiences of an expert Practitioner on how to prepare for a home visit, how to engage with children and their families and how to […]

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Adultification
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Adultification

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INTRODUCTION: This workshop explores the concept of ‘adultification’ from both a research and practice perspective. This session uses case studies, pre-recorded group discussions and serious case review findings to explore how adultification manifests in practice.  Participants are introduced to Listen Up’s Professional Inter-Adultification Model which provides a framework for individuals and teams to reflect on […]

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Prison Advice and Care Trust: Together, a chance
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Prison Advice and Care Trust: Together, a chance

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INTRODUCTION: An interactive session with Social Workers from the Prison Advice and Care Trust which aims to explore the barriers to engagement between social work practitioners and parents in prison. Participants will gain an understanding of the challenges involved, explore solutions, best practice and effective strategies for involvement, working to bridge the gap between incarcerated […]

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Child Sexual Exploitation
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Child Sexual Exploitation

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INTRODUCTION: This webinar will help raise the awareness of different types of Child Exploitation and explore the signs and indicators to look out for in children vulnerable to exploitation. Participants will hear how Child Exploitation is linked to the Modern Slavery Act and raise awareness of roles and responsibilities under the Child Exploitation Pan London […]

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Coaching Programme for NQSWs: Report Writing & Analytical Recording
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Coaching Programme for NQSWs: Report Writing & Analytical Recording

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INTRODUCTION: This session is primarily for Newly Qualified Social Workers who are working with children and families, as an opportunity to support their confidence to practice post-qualifying.  Participants will explore how written work can use 'Language that Cares' whilst also ensuring that it is analytical and child-focused.   LEARNING OUTCOMES: Be familiar with 'Language that […]

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Current Challenges in Social Work Practice: Work Life Balance and Wellbeing
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Current Challenges in Social Work Practice: Work Life Balance and Wellbeing

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SESSION SUMMARY: In this current climate, one of the real challenges in social work practice is meeting the needs of those we work with, dependents we care for at home and our own wellbeing. Research shows that social worker burnout is a real problem that not only affects practitioners, but also the quality of work […]

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Coaching Programme for NQSWs: Multi-Disciplinary Meetings
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Coaching Programme for NQSWs: Multi-Disciplinary Meetings

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INTRODUCTION: This session is primarily for Newly Qualified Social Workers who are working with children and families, as an opportunity to support their confidence to practice post-qualifying.  Participants will explore the role of Social Worker when chairing or participating in statutory meetings (including when parents are present) concerning the welfare of a child. Participants will […]

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Modern Slavery
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Modern Slavery

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INTRODUCTION: This webinar will help raise awareness of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and how to identity those at risk of being vulnerable to exploitation. This whistlestop tour will help participants understand the different types of exploitation that exist (including services you may use yourself) and explore the signs and indicators to look out for […]

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Coaching Programme for NQSWs: Working With Children & Young people Who Identify as LGBTQAI+
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Coaching Programme for NQSWs: Working With Children & Young people Who Identify as LGBTQAI+

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INTRODUCTION: This session is primarily for Newly Qualified Social Workers who are working with children and families, as an opportunity to support their confidence to practice post-qualifying.  Following on from Pride month, Amber Dillon (she/her) will provide a crash course in understanding the LGBTQAI+ acronym and promote professional confidence in supporting children and young people […]

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NLSWTP Online Forum: Current Challenges In Social Work Practice
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NLSWTP Online Forum: Current Challenges In Social Work Practice

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Session summary This interactive session will be hosted by Jo Williams, Lecturer in Social Care, Leadership and Management. Jo currently works at the Tavistock and Portman, NHS Foundation Trust as the Delivery Lead for the national (England) Practice Supervisor Development Programme. AIMS OF THE SESSION: -To give attendees the opportunity to express their thoughts and […]

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National Referral Mechanism
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National Referral Mechanism

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INTRODUCTION: This webinar will provide participants with an overview of the National Referral Mechanism (NRM) including what it is, who it is for and how the process works both internally and externally to the Metropolitan Police. The second half of this webinar will focus on a domestic servitude case study of a successful NRM referral […]

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Coaching Programme for NQSWs: Being Assertive
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Coaching Programme for NQSWs: Being Assertive

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INTRODUCTION: This session is primarily for Newly Qualified Social Workers who are working with children and families, as an opportunity to support their confidence to practice post-qualifying.  Assertiveness is the quality of being self-assured and confident without being aggressive. It is a skill that can be learned and a mode of communication. This webinar will […]

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NLSWTP Online Forum: Current Challenges In Social Work Practice
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NLSWTP Online Forum: Current Challenges In Social Work Practice

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Session summary This interactive session will be hosted by Jac Shelley who is a Systemic Psychotherapist and Independent Social Worker. Jac founded ‘Valuing Our Workforce’ (VOW) which is an online CPD psychosocial mentoring resource for Black, Asian and Global Majority social work practitioners. Jac currently works at the Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust. AIMS […]

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NLSWTP Online Forum: Current Challenges In Social Work Practice
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NLSWTP Online Forum: Current Challenges In Social Work Practice

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Session summary This interactive session will be hosted by Agnes Law, Social Worker and Visiting Lecturer in Social Care Leadership and Management. Agnes currently works at the Tavistock and Portman, NHS Foundation Trust. AIMS OF THE SESSION: -To give attendees the opportunity to express their thoughts and feelings; -Increase practitioners’ awareness and understanding of current […]

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LGBTQ+ in Social Work Education and Practice
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LGBTQ+ in Social Work Education and Practice

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INTRODUCTION: Evidence shows that issues with professional conduct and discrimination against Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) people in social care, continue to exist in the UK. This indicates the need to ensure that social care professional education must include an exploration of LGBTQ+ issues, in order to enable professionals to provide culturally competent […]

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Coaching Programme for NQSWs: Ethical Practice
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Coaching Programme for NQSWs: Ethical Practice

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INTRODUCTION: This session is primarily for Newly Qualified Social Workers who are working with children and families, as an opportunity to support their confidence to practice post-qualifying.  Social workers should use the authority of their role in a responsible, accountable and respectful manner. They should exercise authority appropriately to safeguard people with whom they work and […]

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The 3S’s Model: Navigating Managerial Identities
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The 3S’s Model: Navigating Managerial Identities

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INTRODUCTION: We can plan how to position ourselves at the table, take up space, use our voice, ask for what we need, create supportive networks, implement effective strategies to disarm inequitable practice and allow ourselves to celebrate our stories of success. However, this is only achievable if we are aware of our design and consciously […]

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Working With Race, Culture and Belief Systems in Safeguarding
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Working With Race, Culture and Belief Systems in Safeguarding

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INTRODUCTION: This 90-minute webinar aims to enhance practitioners’ knowledge and understanding of when race, culture and/or belief systems can become a safeguarding issue. Participants will explore the legal framework and help unpick the power of bias in understanding case trajectory.   LEARNING OUTCOMES: By the end of the course, delegates will: Describe the influence of […]

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Hackney Youth Justice Service: Out of Court Disposal and Ethnic Disproportionality
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Hackney Youth Justice Service: Out of Court Disposal and Ethnic Disproportionality

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INTRODUCTION: Ethnic disparities across the youth justice system in England and Wales were highlighted by the Lammy review published in 2017. Subsequent research has identified ethnic disproportionality at the level of policing of young people, notably in stop and search practices (Shiner, et al., 2018), in decisions around access to diversion interventions (CJI, 2021), and […]

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NLSWTP Online Forum: Current Challenges In Social Work Practice
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NLSWTP Online Forum: Current Challenges In Social Work Practice

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Session summary This interactive session will be hosted by Agnes Law, Social Worker and Visiting Lecturer in Social Care Leadership and Management. Agnes currently works at the Tavistock and Portman, NHS Foundation Trust. AIMS OF THE SESSION: -To give attendees the opportunity to express their thoughts and feelings; -Increase practitioners’ awareness and understanding of current […]

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SKEF: An Exploration of Hackney & Islington Edge of Care Services
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SKEF: An Exploration of Hackney & Islington Edge of Care Services

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The Specialist Knowledge and Exchange Forums provide a unique opportunity to share practice experience and specialist skills, that will inform practice and service development. These sessions are suitable for social work practitioners, managers and anyone involved in supporting social work practice. SESSION SUMMARY This session will be presented by Naznin Ali, London Borough of Hackney […]

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Refreshed Practice Education Standards
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Refreshed Practice Education Standards

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INTRODUCTION: The imminent increase in the role of Social Work England (SWE), for pre-and post-qualifying social workers and the proposed strengthening of the SWE Professional Standards, casts some uncertainty about the future of valued standards and frameworks such as; PCF, PEPS and QAPL.  This webinar will provide a context for the development of practice educator […]

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Supporting Students with the Development of Professionalism
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Supporting Students with the Development of Professionalism

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INTRODUCTION: The North London Social Work Teaching Partnership’s Practice Education Training Programme is offered in partnership with Middlesex University primarily to qualified (Level 1 and / or 2) Practice Educators, to enhance the quality of practice learning opportunities across the partnership, developing and sustaining an anti-racist & anti-oppressive learning environment. This Training Programme is primarily […]

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Practice Educators & Supervisors: How to Become Placement Ready
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Practice Educators & Supervisors: How to Become Placement Ready

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INTRODUCTION: The North London Social Work Teaching Partnership’s Practice Education Training Programme is offered in partnership with Middlesex University primarily to qualified (Level 1 and / or 2) Practice Educators, to enhance the quality of practice learning opportunities across the partnership, developing and sustaining an anti-racist & anti-oppressive learning environment. This Training Programme is primarily […]

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Practice Educator Supervision Skills: Enabling Student Reflection and Analysis (Rescheduled)
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Practice Educator Supervision Skills: Enabling Student Reflection and Analysis (Rescheduled)

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INTRODUCTION: The North London Social Work Teaching Partnership’s Practice Education Training Programme is offered in partnership with Middlesex University primarily to qualified (Level 1 and / or 2) Practice Educators, to enhance the quality of practice learning opportunities across the partnership, developing and sustaining an anti-racist & anti-oppressive learning environment. This Training Programme is primarily […]

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The Anti-Racist & Anti-Oppressive Practice Placement (Rescheduled)
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The Anti-Racist & Anti-Oppressive Practice Placement (Rescheduled)

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INTRODUCTION: The North London Social Work Teaching Partnership’s Practice Education Training Programme is offered in partnership with Middlesex University primarily to qualified (Level 1 and / or 2) Practice Educators, to enhance the quality of practice learning opportunities across the partnership, developing and sustaining an anti-racist & anti-oppressive learning environment. This Training Programme is primarily […]

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Individual Difference and Working with Diverse Student Groups
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Individual Difference and Working with Diverse Student Groups

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INTRODUCTION: The North London Social Work Teaching Partnership’s Practice Education Training Programme is offered in partnership with Middlesex University primarily to qualified (Level 1 and / or 2) Practice Educators, to enhance the quality of practice learning opportunities across the partnership, developing and sustaining an anti-racist & anti-oppressive learning environment. This Training Programme is primarily […]

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Report Writing
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Report Writing

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INTRODUCTION: The North London Social Work Teaching Partnership’s Practice Education Training Programme is offered in partnership with Middlesex University primarily to qualified (Level 1 and / or 2) Practice Educators, to enhance the quality of practice learning opportunities across the partnership, developing and sustaining an anti-racist & anti-oppressive learning environment. This Training Programme is primarily […]

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