Case Studies

An interactive session introducing you to Insights Discovery Theory in which you will reflect on and discuss your communication preferences. Insights Discovery gives you a brilliant foundation for communicating even more effectively with colleagues,  supports you to further adapt to different communication styles, encourages you to reflect on your own communication style. This speech will give you an idea of how Insights Discovery can support the individual as well as wider teams and full organisations.

Why do we sometimes get overwhelmed with emotions, and do things that we regret later. The body and mind represent two of our greatest assets, a healthy lifestyle can optimise the body, but how do you optimise the mind. The keynote will look at the neuroscience of the mind and the Chimp Model, to offer explanations for these questions and help to develop personal insights to optimise the performance of your mind and how doing so will help you to get the best out of others.

The DfE Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy was first published in April 2022. This session will reflect on:

·           Why – the threats and the opportunities of climate action

·           How – support and emerging best practice in the development of a School or Trust Climate Action Plan 

·           What – practical next steps 

Three Learning Outcomes:

1.           An understanding of Department for Education expectations of schools and Trusts in regards sustainability and climate action. 

2.           An understanding of the support services and networks available to develop an effective Climate Action Plan

3.           Practical actions schools can take to start or progress their Climate Action Plan 

As AI continues to transform education, the risk to sensitive data grows, requiring schools to stay vigilant in their cybersecurity efforts. This session will explore the unique challenges AI introduces to data protection, focusing on understanding AI-related risks and implementing strategies to safeguard sensitive information within the school environment.

Delegates should come away from this workshop with the ability to:
1.  Identify key AI-related data risks in schools.
2.  Implement practical data protection strategies.
3.  Develop a proactive cybersecurity plan.

It’s nationally recognised that it is becoming increasingly difficult to appoint into non-teaching positions. Salary and perception of working in a school are tough barriers which we need to breakdown, or rather ‘open’, in order to attract the RIGHT individuals for our schools.

When we think of important staff in schools, the focus will always be teaching staff. However, Admin, Catering, Cleaners, Learning Support and Technicians all play an equally important role in improving the outcomes of our students.

We need to start changing the conversation around these particular roles within schools; Admin work is not fluffy or pleasant or 9am to 3pm. It’s a 0715 start to sort staff absence and cover, and then 0800 to 1500 on a Main Reception with many irate parents. It requires resilience, adaptability and a strong personality.

By advertising for these ‘employability traits’ and a high ‘emotional intelligence’ we can ensure we’re attracting the right people to apply. From these applications, we then sift and interview for values – does the candidate in front of you demonstrate your school values? Never going to be 100% foolproof – since June 2021, I am currently on Admin 9 and 10 respectively due to attrition.

Don’t be afraid to pause before recruiting – it’s not necessarily a like for like replacement you need.