Tayforth Learning Network
This blog provides updates on conferences, events and workshops which the Tayforth Learning Network have hosted, facilitated and attended. These blog entries do not form an exhaustive list but are intended to provide an overview of our work and events.
Early Years Continuous Learning Framework Event 24 May 2011 (Fri 27 May 2011) posted by Isobel Ovens.
Tayforth Learning Network hosted another Event presenting the Tayforth small pilot project to introduce the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) Continuous Learning Framework into the workplace at two, Early Years establishments in Fife. Peek-a-Boo Nursery and Markinch Playgroup presented their progress and latest achievements on Tuesday evening 24th May to delegates from across the social services sector and the Tayforth region. This has proved to be a successful project. The Programme and presentations from the Event are available to view.
Welcome to the Continuous Learning Framework
Exploring Mentoring Presentation
SQA Inter Centre Standardisation Workshop (Wed 6 Apr 2011) posted by Isobel Ovens.
SVQ centres from across the Tayforth area attended our Workshop held on 25 March. This event, the fourth in a series and was attended by 45 delegates from across the Public, Private and Voluntary sectors. David Pirnie from SQA presented the new Learning and Development Award, SSSC showcased the Workforce Solutions Portal and NES showcased Social Services Knowledge Scotland. Please click the links to view the Programme of the day and SQA presentation
Early Years Continuous Learning Framework Event (Wed 6 Apr 2011) posted by Isobel Ovens.
Tayforth Learning Network hosted a small pilot project to introduce the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) Continuous Learning Framework into the workplace at two early years establishments in Fife. On 17th March Peek-a-Boo Nursery and Markinch Playgroup presented their progress and achievements at our Event which was attended by delegates from across the social services sector and the Tayforth region. This successful Event is to re-run and I have included a link to book a place. The Programme and presentations from the afternoon are available to view
Welcome to Continuous Learning Framework
Markinch Playgroup Presentation
Peek-a-Boo Nursery Presentation
Engaging in Better Outcomes for Services Users and Carers (Tue 5 Apr 2011) posted by Isobel Ovens.
This popular conference held on 14th March was attended by delegates from across a
ll sectors of social services in Scotland and was also four times oversubscribed. The day was very successful with a variety of presentations, workshops and exercises exploring the meaning of "Outcomes"; Implications for an "outcomes" focused approach for individuals; carers, staff and organisations;Developing an "outcomes" based approach; Leadership. We may be able to run similar events in the future. Please click the links to the Programme and various presentations
Welcome from Tayforth Learning Network and VSSSWU
Stirling Council - Exploring Outcomes in Practice
Joint Improvement Team - National Drivers
Mother and Carer - Why Outcomes are important for people who use services and their carers
VOCAL (Voice of Carers Across Lothian)
Improvement Service - Leading for Success
JIT Team Associate - Defining Outcomes
The Role of the Learning and Development Manager in Supporting Change in the Social Services Sector (Mon 4 Apr 2011)
Learning and Development Managers from a wide range of organisations across the social services sector met on 9 March to discuss the challenges of change facing the sector and the role of learning and development in supporting staff to deal with the changes effectively.
Shared services, reablement and succession planning were top of the agenda. Participants acknowledged the importance and value of coming together as a professional group to share and learn from each other. A key outcome from the day was a plan to influence how continued sharing might be facilitated beyond April 2011. This will include discussions with the SSSC, IRISS and other learning and development forums.
View the presentation from the day. For further information contact Anne Tavendale Email atavendale@tayforthsssln.co.uk
Continuous Learning Framework (Fri 21 Jan 2011) posted by Isobel Ovens.
The Continuous Learning Framework (CLF) aims to improve outcomes for people using social services by supporting the workforce delivering them to be the best they can be. The CLF highlights the shared responsibility of social service workers and their employers for the continuous learning and development of the workforce which is already set out on the Codes of Practice. For more information and to download a copy of the CLF please visit www.continuouslearningframework.com
The Organisational Capabilities Tool - The CLF has six organisational capabilities. Their purpose is to support social service employers to create the culture and conditions in the workplace that enable social service workers to learn, develop and improve their practice throughout their careers. This interactive audit tool has been developed by the Scottish Social Services Council to help social service employers to audit their performance against the organisational capabilities of the Continuous Learning Framework and generate an action plan for further development. http://workforcesolutions.sssc.uk.com/course/view.php?id=29
Dundee Local Practice Forum (Thu 11 Nov 2010) posted by Isobel Ovens.
The Dundee Local Practice Forum (Dundee LPF) is a group of social work and social care practitioners (staff who work directly with service users) from the statutory and voluntary sectors who meet every month to support the development of social work practice in Dundee.
Information regarding Who We Are and What We Do
Download a Membership form
Coaching and Mentoring Workshop 27 October (Tue 9 Nov 2010)
Thirty seven people joined a small team of facilitators for the chance to learn more about mentoring, coaching and how they can be used to support continuous improvement.
Participants came from large and small organisations and ranged from front-line workers to senior managers and independent advisers. All agreed that the day offered them something towards improving their understanding of what this is all about, why it is worth considering and what they need to do next.
The next step for the Tayforth Learning Network is to provide support to those who have asked for it and to go into more detail about the practicalities of, for example, training mentors and coaches, setting up in-house programmes, building networks across organisations etc.
Information from the day is available below.
If you are interested in getting involved please email info@tayforthsssln.co.uk
Tayforth Coaching and Mentoring Mapping Report, Tayforth Coaching and Mentoring Resource Guide
Introductory Presentation, Tayforth Presentation, Perth and Kinross Council Presentation,
Ready to Coach/Mentor, The Skill Will Matrix, Coaching Models, Scottish Mentoring Network
Social Services Knowledge Scotland – now easier and quicker! (Tue 9 Nov 2010) posted by Isobel Ovens.
Did you know that the Social Services Knowledge Scotland website – www.ssks.org.uk – has just re-launched with lots of new helpful features?
SSKS is a gateway to a wealth of evidence, information and learning resources to support social services staff in day to day practice and learning. You will find information such as articles and books, evidence summaries and audio and visual materials in SSKS. Here’s a rundown of some new features to make finding and sharing information easier than ever:
- Perform a quick search of SSKS - no login is required to view any thing you find. Quick and easy access to information for your practice!
- Log in with your Athens password* to use new time saving features like Save and Share. Save all your favourite resources to your Resource Space. Email resources to colleagues at the click of a button.
- Request articles not available online through our new partnership with the Health Management Library – creating more opportunities for you to find the information you need.
- Join communities of practice to link up with like minded people and share resources
Visit www.ssks.org.uk today to try out all these features and more. For further information about SSKS, or to request training for yourself or colleagues, contact ssks@nes.scot.nhs.uk .
*An Athens password is the key to accessing books and journals for free. Register for yours at www.ssks.org.uk/login.aspx
SSKS is developed by NHS Education for Scotland (NES) and the Institute for Research and Innovation in Social Services (IRISS) using The Knowledge Network technology from NES.
Workshop to discuss sustainability of PLQ(SS) SCQF Level 10 Award (Tue 28 Sep 2010) posted by Isobel Ovens.
On 7 September Tayforth Learning Network hosted an event to facilitate an open discussion amongst stakeholders about the sustainability of the PLQ (SS) level 10 award delivered by Tayforth and UHI. It was anticipated that this gathering would promote some initial discussions and provide a platform for future discussions with other Networks, SSSC and the SQA around the funding, delivery and assessment arrangements for this suite of awards. Feedback and outcomes from the workshop
PDA in Practice Learning (PLQSS) SCQF 10, 21st January (Fri 7 May 2010) posted by Isobel Ovens.
Tayforth Learning Network in partnership with the South East, West and North Learning Networks hosted a national event to use the findings from the Tayforth Professional Development Award evaluation as a platform to inform future delivery of this award across Scotland. The purpose of the event was to share with, and learn from each other. Each network presented their programme content and design, and shared their experiences and knowledge about delivering the award with each other. Presentation and Information from the event.
Studies of the Workforce and Employment Issues Surrounding Self-Directed Support (Fri 7 May 2010) posted by Isobel Ovens.
This study identifies and describes the issues facing Self-directed Support users as employers and the Personal Assistants they employ, it also assesses their training and support needs. Click on links to read further, Research Findings, Research Publication
Administrators Workshop, 25th February 2010 (Fri 26 Mar 2010) posted by Anne Tavendale.
During the Tayforth Workforce Planning Project 2008/09, it became apparent that many organisations recognized the critical role that administration processes have in contributing to effective workforce planning. The workshop attracted over 40 administration workers and managers who have responsibility for workforce planning processes and was a first for Tayforth in reaching out to this crucial part of the workforce. The workshop explored opportunities to:
- share examples of good practice
- explore the administration role and competencies required for effective performance
- identify administration workers learning needs and the options available to meet them.
Tayforth Workforce Planning Report, Learning Provision Guide, Literary Review
Tayforth Coaching and Mentoring Report, Resource Guide
Presentation, Questions for Organisations, Admin Workers Learning Areas
Early Years Workshop, 2nd February 2010 (Fri 26 Mar 2010) posted by Anne Tavendale.
This joint workshop with the SSSC to explore how the early years sector can use the Continuous Learning Framework and Early Years' Careers Toolkit uncovered a real enthusiasm amongst a wide range of early years organisations to use these workforce development tools. Gowrie Care brought the CLF to life with a presentation discussing their approach.
Tayforth Learning Network Early Years Newsletter
The Framework for Continuous Learning
Early Years/Childcare Careers Pathway Presentation
Coaching and Mentoring Workshop, 10th February 2010 (Wed 10 Feb 2010) posted by Anne Tavendale.
This event launched the findings of the Tayforth Coaching and Mentoring Project and was well attended by partners from the voluntary, private, local authority, health, FE and education sectors. A presentation from Perth and Kinross Council gave their organisation's approach to using coaching and mentoring formed the basis for small group discussions with the evaluations indicating a strong desire for further workshops to explore how coaching and mentoring can support workforce development and leadership development.
Coaching and Mentoring Mapping Report
Coaching and Mentoring Resource Guide