On this page you will find all upcoming CPD events both internally hosted by NWAS, but also any recommended events, courses, and webinars.
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The assessment centre process explained. Assessment centres are a great way for employers to evaluate how you respond to different situations, tasks and tests but can be nerve-racking if you have never done one before. This session will prepare you to tackle these challenges with confidence. To join the meeting use this link on the […]
This two-hour ‘virtual’ workshop is an introduction to the trusts leadership recruitment process from the perspective of the role of an observer. Providing an overview as to the rationale for the organisations decision to take an assessment centre approach to leadership recruitment, a generalised knowledge of the NWAS process, before going on to explain the […]
We appreciate the prospect of working through an application process can be quite daunting for any job. We are hosting some support sessions which will walk you through an application process, give you tips and strategies and give you an opportunity to ask any questions to assist you on this journey. To join the meeting […]
This interactive, virtual workshop that has been developed to build the confidence of managers to hold effective appraisal conversations with their team members. You must complete the 'Having Confident Appraisal Conversations' e-learning first via your ESR before enrolling onto this workshop. Bookings are made via MyESR click here to search the workshop title in your course catalogue […]
A CIPD survey in 2023 found 67% of those surveyed felt menopause had a negative impact on them at work and 53% of participants had taken sick leave because of their symptoms. Join Acas for free webinar where we will discuss the importance of supporting those experiencing the menopause, including: An overview of the menopause and who […]
This workshop aims to raise your awareness as a leader about the experiences of individuals from diverse backgrounds within NWAS. The workshop emphasises the importance of inclusivity and will encourage you to implement changes you discover on the workshop to create a more inclusive environment. You will explore biases, privileges, and the role they play […]
‘Leadership of others’ is the second module of learning from the NWAS Making a Difference Leadership Programme. With a focus on leading teams, supported by our Be Think Do leadership philosophy and Goleman’s Emotional Intelligence model, this module looks at how we can improve our social awareness and relationship management to improve our teams. The module […]
How do you support your team’s wellbeing? Evidence indicates that teams operating in even the most arduous of environments are more likely to function well and avoid the onset of serious mental health difficulties when managers are able to speak openly with team members. Join this workshop to explore and build your confidence in using […]
How do you effectively manage sickness absence in your team? What’s a community of learning? It’s a network of people coming together to share and learn. Anyone can join. It’s a great opportunity to expand your personal NWAS network. There are different themes, drawn from conversations on the Making a Difference workshops and with staff trust-wide. […]
CPD hours 6 CPD hours Who should attend? This course is designed for data professionals who are familiar with database administration, database development, and data migration. It’s also a good course for others who are interested in the topics covered. What you will gain? Build the skills you need to take the “Migrate SQL Server […]
‘Leadership of self’ is the first module of learning from the NWAS Making a Difference Leadership Programme. With a focus on our Be Think Do leadership philosophy and Golemans Emotional Intelligence model, this module looks at how your own beliefs, feelings and behaviours may impact you as a leader. The module encourages self-awareness, self-reflection and self-regulation […]
Objective and Aims Brief overview of how it works Benefits and challenges Hints and tips on how to complete Digital Data and Technology (DDaT) Job famililies Q&A CPD hours 1 CPD hours Who should attend? Digital Skills Development leads What you will gain? To find out more about the regional workforce census and how best […]