South West
WECIL
Moving and Handling
- Acorn Offices, Tower Lane Business Park, Warmley, BS30 8XT
- Tuesday 12th November, 9:30am - 12:30pm
An interactive session that will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to handle people safely. The Manual Handling course is aimed at staff working in the health and social care settings and is an opportunity to enhance your skills and boost your confidence when it comes to moving and handling.
Neurodiversity
- Woodward Room, The Vassall Centre, Gill Ave, Bristol BS16 2QQ
- Wednesday 27th November, 9:30am - 1pm
An interactive session on understanding and embracing neurodiversity! Attendees will be exploring the concept of neurodiversity in a variety of ways with a mix of facilitated discussions, lived experienced knowledge and scenario based activities. The session will be led by an experienced neurodiversity trainer and a Lived Experience Facilitator who is a neurodivergent adult. It will be interactive and informative, and a safe place for everyone to learn and share.
How To Manage Your Direct Payments (Session 1)
- The Boardroom, The Vassall Centre, Gill Ave, Bristol BS16 2QQ
- Thursday 5th December, 10am - 1pm
- Thursday 6th February, 10am - 1pm
Whether you’re new to managing Direct Payments or just need a refresher, this event is perfect for you. Join us on for a fun and informative session. We will be covering topics such as: How your Direct Payment is funded, Budgets, Contingency planning, How to manage your Direct Payment effectively.
How To Manage Your Direct Payments (Session 2)
- The Boardroom, The Vassall Centre, Gill Ave, Bristol BS16 2QQ
- Thursday 12th December, 10am - 1pm
- Thursday 13th February, 10am - 1pm
Learn all about managing your Direct Payments effectively. Our expert trainers will provide you with valuable insights and tips on how to navigate the world of direct payments with ease. Covering topics such as: Employment contracts, how to undertake meaningful supervisions, employee boundaries and support and maintaining accurate records.
Emergency First Aid at Work
- Woodward Room, The Vassall Centre, Gill Ave, Bristol BS16 2QQ
- Friday 24th January , 9:30am - 4:30pm
This course programme employs a variety of teaching techniques to meet the needs of individuals and includes the following: Understanding the role of a first aider, contents of a first aid kit, record keeping, the unconscious casualty, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the safe use of a defibrillator, management of a choking casualty, external bleeding and shock, dressings and providing appropriate first aid for minor injuries.
How to Be a Good PA
- The Boardroom, The Vassall Centre, Gill Ave, Bristol BS16 2QQ
- Tuesday 25th February, 10am - 1pm
A fun and informative event all about being a great Personal Assistant! Learn essential skills, tips, and tricks to excel in your role. We will be exploring the following topics: Social model of disability, dignity in care, PA responsibilities, how to deal with safeguarding concerns, good practice, GDPR and house rules, plus exploring what other training is available for PA’s
