BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Schools’ Choice - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Schools’ Choice X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://schoolschoice.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Schools’ Choice REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250904T091500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250904T130000 DTSTAMP:20260828T205426 CREATED:20250519T121108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T142701Z UID:17679-1756977300-1756990800@schoolschoice.co.uk SUMMARY:Designated Safeguarding Lead DSL25/25 - Thursday 4th & Friday 5th September 2025\, 9:15-1:00pm DESCRIPTION:Designated Safeguarding Lead \nOutcomes \n– To understand and be assertive in carrying out the role of DSL according to statutory guidance and local policies. \n– To explore ways of promoting the role of the DSL within the schools/education setting\, amongst staff\, parents\, carers and children. \n– To discover effective ways of listening to children and acting on any concerns they raise. \n– To develop ways to contribute to the assessing of children’s needs and offer appropriate early help\, escalating these when necessary. \n– To gain an understanding of best practice in recording and managing concerns and allegations \nEvent Description \nFor Designated Safeguarding Leads/Alternates to understand the role and develop the confidence to promote the health and welfare of children and young people\, and ensure the school has the appropriate safeguarding arrangements in place. You must have attended your schools Safeguarding training in the last 2 years before applying for this course. \nTo ensure all delegates get as much from the course as possible we request that a maximum of two delegates per organisation are booked onto each course.  If you would like to discuss this further\, please email safeguarding@schoolschoice.org URL:https://schoolschoice.co.uk/event/dsl-training-dsl25-25-thursday-4th-friday-5th-september-2025-915-100pm/2025-09-04/ LOCATION:E-Learning END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250905T091500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250905T130000 DTSTAMP:20260828T205426 CREATED:20250519T121108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T142701Z UID:17681-1757063700-1757077200@schoolschoice.co.uk SUMMARY:Designated Safeguarding Lead DSL25/25 - Thursday 4th & Friday 5th September 2025\, 9:15-1:00pm DESCRIPTION:Designated Safeguarding Lead \nOutcomes \n– To understand and be assertive in carrying out the role of DSL according to statutory guidance and local policies. \n– To explore ways of promoting the role of the DSL within the schools/education setting\, amongst staff\, parents\, carers and children. \n– To discover effective ways of listening to children and acting on any concerns they raise. \n– To develop ways to contribute to the assessing of children’s needs and offer appropriate early help\, escalating these when necessary. \n– To gain an understanding of best practice in recording and managing concerns and allegations \nEvent Description \nFor Designated Safeguarding Leads/Alternates to understand the role and develop the confidence to promote the health and welfare of children and young people\, and ensure the school has the appropriate safeguarding arrangements in place. You must have attended your schools Safeguarding training in the last 2 years before applying for this course. \nTo ensure all delegates get as much from the course as possible we request that a maximum of two delegates per organisation are booked onto each course.  If you would like to discuss this further\, please email safeguarding@schoolschoice.org URL:https://schoolschoice.co.uk/event/dsl-training-dsl25-25-thursday-4th-friday-5th-september-2025-915-100pm/2025-09-05/ LOCATION:E-Learning END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250909T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250909T123000 DTSTAMP:20260828T205426 CREATED:20250519T132050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T084520Z UID:17698-1757410200-1757421000@schoolschoice.co.uk SUMMARY:Train 4 Trainers T4T25/13\, Tuesday 9th September 2025\, 9:30-12:30 DESCRIPTION:Train 4 Trainers Safeguarding Training \nOutcomes \nAims: to develop the skills and competence of experienced workers and sessional trainers to plan and deliver safeguarding training to school based staff. \n\nTo build prior knowledge and experience\nTo develop an understanding of adult learning theory and how to apply this\nTo identify your own and others preferred styles of learning\nTo demonstrate awareness of the emotional impact of safeguarding training and enable others through feedback to acquire new skills • To develop knowledge and expertise in safeguarding as a resource for schools and Schools Choice.\n\nEvent Description \nDelegates will receive legislation and local safeguarding updates. After attending this session Delegates will be certified to deliver the Introduction to Safeguarding training within their school. Each delegate (T4T) will receive a complete Introduction to Safeguarding training package meeting statutory requirements endorsed by the local safeguarding children’s board; to be able deliver to all school-based staff. Delegates will be certificated with their Introduction to Safeguarding\, this certificate is endorsed and transferrable within Suffolk. ½ day programme This course will be delivered remotely; you will be sent a link the day before the training which will enable you to join the session. \n  URL:https://schoolschoice.co.uk/event/train-4-trainers-t4t25-13-tuesday-9th-september-2025-930-1230/ LOCATION:E-Learning END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T091500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250916T130000 DTSTAMP:20260828T205426 CREATED:20250519T123446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T125604Z UID:17683-1758014100-1758027600@schoolschoice.co.uk SUMMARY:Designated Safeguarding Lead DSL25/26 - Tuesday 16th & Wednesday 17th September 2025\, 9:15-1:00pm DESCRIPTION:Designated Safeguarding Lead \nOutcomes \n– To understand and be assertive in carrying out the role of DSL according to statutory guidance and local policies. \n– To explore ways of promoting the role of the DSL within the schools/education setting\, amongst staff\, parents\, carers and children. \n– To discover effective ways of listening to children and acting on any concerns they raise. \n– To develop ways to contribute to the assessing of children’s needs and offer appropriate early help\, escalating these when necessary. \n– To gain an understanding of best practice in recording and managing concerns and allegations \nEvent Description \nFor Designated Safeguarding Leads/Alternates to understand the role and develop the confidence to promote the health and welfare of children and young people\, and ensure the school has the appropriate safeguarding arrangements in place. You must have attended your schools Safeguarding training in the last 2 years before applying for this course. \nTo ensure all delegates get as much from the course as possible we request that a maximum of two delegates per organisation are booked onto each course.  If you would like to discuss this further please email safeguarding@schoolschoice.org URL:https://schoolschoice.co.uk/event/dsl-training-dsl25-26-tuesday-16th-wednesday-17th-september-2025-915-100pm/2025-09-16/ LOCATION:E-Learning END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T091500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250917T130000 DTSTAMP:20260828T205426 CREATED:20250519T123446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T125605Z UID:17685-1758100500-1758114000@schoolschoice.co.uk SUMMARY:Designated Safeguarding Lead DSL25/26 - Tuesday 16th & Wednesday 17th September 2025\, 9:15-1:00pm DESCRIPTION:Designated Safeguarding Lead \nOutcomes \n– To understand and be assertive in carrying out the role of DSL according to statutory guidance and local policies. \n– To explore ways of promoting the role of the DSL within the schools/education setting\, amongst staff\, parents\, carers and children. \n– To discover effective ways of listening to children and acting on any concerns they raise. \n– To develop ways to contribute to the assessing of children’s needs and offer appropriate early help\, escalating these when necessary. \n– To gain an understanding of best practice in recording and managing concerns and allegations \nEvent Description \nFor Designated Safeguarding Leads/Alternates to understand the role and develop the confidence to promote the health and welfare of children and young people\, and ensure the school has the appropriate safeguarding arrangements in place. You must have attended your schools Safeguarding training in the last 2 years before applying for this course. \nTo ensure all delegates get as much from the course as possible we request that a maximum of two delegates per organisation are booked onto each course.  If you would like to discuss this further please email safeguarding@schoolschoice.org URL:https://schoolschoice.co.uk/event/dsl-training-dsl25-26-tuesday-16th-wednesday-17th-september-2025-915-100pm/2025-09-17/ LOCATION:E-Learning END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T123000 DTSTAMP:20260828T205426 CREATED:20250519T133004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T072647Z UID:17702-1758187800-1758198600@schoolschoice.co.uk SUMMARY:Train 4 Trainers T4T25/14\, Thursday 18th September 2025\, 9:30-12:30 DESCRIPTION:Train 4 Trainers Safeguarding Training \nOutcomes \nAims: to develop the skills and competence of experienced workers and sessional trainers to plan and deliver safeguarding training to school based staff. \n\nTo build prior knowledge and experience\nTo develop an understanding of adult learning theory and how to apply this\nTo identify your own and others preferred styles of learning\nTo demonstrate awareness of the emotional impact of safeguarding training and enable others through feedback to acquire new skills • To develop knowledge and expertise in safeguarding as a resource for schools and Schools Choice.\n\nEvent Description \nDelegates will receive legislation and local safeguarding updates. After attending this session Delegates will be certified to deliver the Introduction to Safeguarding training within their school. Each delegate (T4T) will receive a complete Introduction to Safeguarding training package meeting statutory requirements endorsed by the local safeguarding children’s board; to be able deliver to all school-based staff. Delegates will be certificated with their Introduction to Safeguarding\, this certificate is endorsed and transferrable within Suffolk. ½ day programme This course will be delivered remotely; you will be sent a link the day before the training which will enable you to join the session. URL:https://schoolschoice.co.uk/event/train-4-trainers-t4t25-14-thursday-18th-september-2025-930-1230/ LOCATION:E-Learning END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T205426 CREATED:20250213T203930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T203930Z UID:16415-1758189600-1758196800@schoolschoice.co.uk SUMMARY:Data Protection in Schools - 18 September 2025 DESCRIPTION:A Data Protection Officer will deliver a two hour remote training session covering all aspects of Data Protection required by schools and academies. \nAn interactive session that gives the opportunity for open discussion on the topic and common themes found in your school a question and answer session\, providing advice and guidance in line with current legislation. \nCourse content will include: \n\nCommon challenges faced by schools and academies regarding the processing of personal data.\nA background to the Data Protection Act and the UK GDPR.\nThe principles of data protection as set out by the UK GDPR.\nLawful basis for processing personal data.\nThe role of a Data Controller and a Data Processor.\nPersonal Data and Special Category Data .\nRights of the Data Subject.\nFocus on Subject Access and the Freedom of Information Act.\nData Breaches.\nRelated policies.\nData Privacy Impact Assessments.\nConsent.\nSafe and secure data sharing. URL:https://schoolschoice.co.uk/event/data-protection-in-schools-18-september-2025/ LOCATION:online ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah Ingram":MAILTO:sarah.ingram@schoolschoice.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T205426 CREATED:20250903T103221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T105628Z UID:18639-1758621600-1758628800@schoolschoice.co.uk SUMMARY:Arbor - Purchasing Training\, Tuesday 23rd of September 2025\, 10:00am-12:00pm DESCRIPTION:Duration: 120 minutes \nCourse Overview:\nThis interactive training session is designed to enhance your understanding of key purchasing processes within Arbor. Whether you’re building on existing knowledge or just getting started\, this session will equip you with the skills needed to ensure accurate financial recording and reporting. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nRaising and Processing Purchase Orders\nLearn how to initiate and manage purchase orders within Arbor\, ensuring compliance and efficiency.\nPosting and Paying Invoices\nUnderstand the steps to correctly post and process invoice payments\, maintaining accurate financial records.\nProcessing Suffolk County Council Central Payment Files\nGain confidence in handling SCC Central Payment Files within Arbor\, with a focus on accuracy and reporting.\n\n\nAdditional Information:\nParticipants will receive updates following any Arbor patches or technical changes to ensure continued accuracy and confidence in using the system. Further support is available from the Enhanced Finance Team as needed. URL:https://schoolschoice.co.uk/event/arbor-purchasing-training-tuesday-23rd-of-september-1000am-1200pm/ LOCATION:E-Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Dorling":MAILTO:julie.dorling@schoolschoice.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T153000 DTSTAMP:20260828T205426 CREATED:20250903T104748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T110440Z UID:18642-1758634200-1758641400@schoolschoice.co.uk SUMMARY:Arbor - Purchasing Training\, Tuesday 23rd of September 2025\, 1:30pm-3:30pm DESCRIPTION:Duration: 120 minutes \nCourse Overview:\nThis interactive training session is designed to enhance your understanding of key purchasing processes within Arbor. Whether you’re building on existing knowledge or just getting started\, this session will equip you with the skills needed to ensure accurate financial recording and reporting. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nRaising and Processing Purchase Orders\nLearn how to initiate and manage purchase orders within Arbor\, ensuring compliance and efficiency.\nPosting and Paying Invoices\nUnderstand the steps to correctly post and process invoice payments\, maintaining accurate financial records.\nProcessing Suffolk County Council Central Payment Files\nGain confidence in handling SCC Central Payment Files within Arbor\, with a focus on accuracy and reporting.\n\n\nAdditional Information:\nParticipants will receive updates following any Arbor patches or technical changes to ensure continued accuracy and confidence in using the system. Further support is available from the Enhanced Finance Team as needed. URL:https://schoolschoice.co.uk/event/arbor-purchasing-training-tuesday-23rd-of-september-130pm-330pm/ LOCATION:E-Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Dorling":MAILTO:julie.dorling@schoolschoice.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T205426 CREATED:20250903T110048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T110048Z UID:18645-1758708000-1758715200@schoolschoice.co.uk SUMMARY:Arbor - Processing Weekly Extract File Training\, Wednesday 24th of September 2025\, 10:00am-12:00pm DESCRIPTION:Duration: 120 minutes \nCourse Overview:\nThis focused training session provides a comprehensive walkthrough of processing the Weekly Extract File in Arbor\, including Payroll Import procedures. Whether you’re new to Arbor or looking to deepen your understanding\, this session will help ensure accurate data handling and reporting. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nProcessing Weekly Extract Files\nLearn how to manage and process weekly extract files efficiently within Arbor.\nPayroll Import Procedures\nUnderstand the steps involved in importing payroll data\, ensuring accuracy and compliance.\n\nAdditional Information:\nParticipants will be kept up to date with any changes following Arbor patches or technical updates\, helping maintain confidence in the accuracy of recorded information. Ongoing support is available from the Enhanced Finance Team for any additional queries or guidance. URL:https://schoolschoice.co.uk/event/arbor-processing-weekly-extract-file-training-wednesday-24th-of-september-2025-1000am-1200pm/ LOCATION:E-Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Dorling":MAILTO:julie.dorling@schoolschoice.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T153000 DTSTAMP:20260828T205426 CREATED:20250903T110337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T110337Z UID:18650-1758720600-1758727800@schoolschoice.co.uk SUMMARY:Arbor - Processing Weekly Extract File Training\, Wednesday 24th of September 2025\, 1:30pm-3:30pm DESCRIPTION:Duration: 120 minutes \nCourse Overview:\nThis focused training session provides a comprehensive walkthrough of processing the Weekly Extract File in Arbor\, including Payroll Import procedures. Whether you’re new to Arbor or looking to deepen your understanding\, this session will help ensure accurate data handling and reporting. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nProcessing Weekly Extract Files\nLearn how to manage and process weekly extract files efficiently within Arbor.\nPayroll Import Procedures\nUnderstand the steps involved in importing payroll data\, ensuring accuracy and compliance.\n\nAdditional Information:\nParticipants will be kept up to date with any changes following Arbor patches or technical updates\, helping maintain confidence in the accuracy of recorded information. Ongoing support is available from the Enhanced Finance Team for any additional queries or guidance. URL:https://schoolschoice.co.uk/event/arbor-processing-weekly-extract-file-training-wednesday-24th-of-september-2025-130pm-330pm/ LOCATION:E-Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Dorling":MAILTO:julie.dorling@schoolschoice.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250925T211500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250925T211500 DTSTAMP:20260828T205426 CREATED:20250519T134852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T111731Z UID:17710-1758834900-1758834900@schoolschoice.co.uk SUMMARY:Designated Safeguarding Lead for Diocesan Academy Trust ONLY - DSL25/28\, Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th September 2025\, 9.15-1.00pm DESCRIPTION:Designated Safeguarding Lead \nOutcomes \n– To understand and be assertive in carrying out the role of DSL according to statutory guidance and local policies. \n– To explore ways of promoting the role of the DSL within the schools/education setting\, amongst staff\, parents\, carers and children. \n– To discover effective ways of listening to children and acting on any concerns they raise. \n– To develop ways to contribute to the assessing of children’s needs and offer appropriate early help\, escalating these when necessary. \n– To gain an understanding of best practice in recording and managing concerns and allegations \nEvent Description \nFor Designated Safeguarding Leads/Alternates to understand the role and develop the confidence to promote the health and welfare of children and young people\, and ensure the school has the appropriate safeguarding arrangements in place. You must have attended your schools Safeguarding training in the last 2 years before applying for this course. \nTo ensure all delegates get as much from the course as possible we request that a maximum of two delegates per organisation are booked onto each course.  If you would like to discuss this further please email safeguarding@schoolschoice.org URL:https://schoolschoice.co.uk/event/designated-safeguarding-lead-training-dsl25-28-wednesday-24th-thursday-25th-september-2025-915-100pm/2025-09-25/ LOCATION:E-Learning END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T120000 DTSTAMP:20260828T205426 CREATED:20250903T110938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T110938Z UID:18653-1758880800-1758888000@schoolschoice.co.uk SUMMARY:Arbor - Month End Tasks Training\, Friday 26th of September 2025\, 10:00am-12:00pm DESCRIPTION:Duration: 120 minutes \nCourse Overview:\nThis comprehensive training session is designed to guide you through the essential month-end financial tasks within Arbor. Whether you’re new to the system or looking to refine your skills\, this session will help ensure accurate financial processing and reporting. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nSubmitting VAT Returns to Suffolk County Council\nLearn the correct procedures for preparing and submitting VAT information.\nManaging Journals\nUnderstand how to create\, post\, and manage journals effectively within Arbor.\nClosing the Financial Period\nGain confidence in performing period-end tasks to ensure clean and accurate financial closure.\nMonthly Oracle Reconciliations\nDiscover how to carry out monthly reconciliations and identify discrepancies between Arbor and Oracle.\n\nAdditional Information:\nParticipants will receive updates following any Arbor patches or technical changes to ensure continued accuracy and confidence in using the system. Ongoing support is available from the Enhanced Finance Team for any additional queries or guidance. URL:https://schoolschoice.co.uk/event/arbor-month-end-tasks-training-friday-26th-of-september-2025-1000am-1200pm/ LOCATION:E-Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Dorling":MAILTO:julie.dorling@schoolschoice.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T153000 DTSTAMP:20260828T205426 CREATED:20250903T111227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T111227Z UID:18656-1758893400-1758900600@schoolschoice.co.uk SUMMARY:Arbor - Month End Tasks Training\, Friday 26th of September 2025\, 1:30pm-3:30pm DESCRIPTION:Duration: 120 minutes \nCourse Overview:\nThis comprehensive training session is designed to guide you through the essential month-end financial tasks within Arbor. Whether you’re new to the system or looking to refine your skills\, this session will help ensure accurate financial processing and reporting. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nSubmitting VAT Returns to Suffolk County Council\nLearn the correct procedures for preparing and submitting VAT information.\nManaging Journals\nUnderstand how to create\, post\, and manage journals effectively within Arbor.\nClosing the Financial Period\nGain confidence in performing period-end tasks to ensure clean and accurate financial closure.\nMonthly Oracle Reconciliations\nDiscover how to carry out monthly reconciliations and identify discrepancies between Arbor and Oracle.\n\nAdditional Information:\nParticipants will receive updates following any Arbor patches or technical changes to ensure continued accuracy and confidence in using the system. Ongoing support is available from the Enhanced Finance Team for any additional queries or guidance. URL:https://schoolschoice.co.uk/event/arbor-month-end-tasks-training-friday-26th-of-september-2025-130pm-330pm/ LOCATION:E-Learning ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Dorling":MAILTO:julie.dorling@schoolschoice.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR