Learning and Development course timetable
February 2024
| Thu 8 |
Administrator Development Programme
Finished
Selection for this programme is via nomination by School Secretaries, Heads of Division or Heads of Non-School Institutions during the summer. Nominees will need to demonstrate the benefit of participating, both for themselves and their institution. Please speak to your line manager and/or appropriate nominator if you would like to be considered. Please see further information about key themes and speakers on the programme flyer. |
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Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2024! Are you interested in apprenticeship programmes and would like to know more? Do you want to find out how to make them work for you or your department? Or maybe you have a specific question that you need to ask? This webinar is for you, hosted by Apprenticeship Manager Colin Long, who will be available to help you with all things apprenticeships and answer your burning questions. How do I put existing staff on apprenticeships? Or, How are apprenticeships funded? Apprenticeships can help people of all ages and at all levels (including post graduate qualifications), to gain the skills and knowledge they need for a rewarding career. A link to join the webinar will be sent with the joining instructions when your booking is confirmed. |
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| Mon 12 |
This session will provide staff with an overview of the proposed changes to Researcher reward and progression. There will be an opportunity to discuss points and ask questions. |
| Tue 13 |
This session is an opportunity for you to ask questions and to find out more about the development opportunities that Cambridge is offering in Engineering, Estates, Facilities, Property Maintenance, Plumbing and Electrical disciplines. If you’re an existing member of staff looking for personal development or a manager looking to recruit to post, this could be for you. Cambridge Regional College, an approved training provider for these programmes will present and be available to answer any questions or concerns that you may have before submitting an expression of interest. Details of some of the Apprenticeship programmes that will be included in this webinar can be found via the links below:
A link to the webinar will be sent with the joining instruction when your booking is confirmed. |
| Thu 15 |
The programme gives you the time to reflect, share and most importantly, set achievable personal and professional goals for now and the future. Key areas covered include communication skills, assertiveness, self confidence, improving your work/life balance and developing positive skills and attitude. If you want to progress and develop, then this programme is for you. |
| Tue 20 |
Managing Change
Finished
Studies show that the line manager has a critical role to play in ensuring staff are ready for change and in successfully implementing it. These sessions will equip you with the skills and attitudes you need to guide, support and motivate your team through the process of change. Case studies, discussion and activities will provide the opportunity to share ideas and embed skills. |
| Thu 22 |
This course includes detailed information on finance, planning and tax and legal issues. You will have the opportunity to share information and discuss any concerns about retirement in a relaxed setting. Legal Advisors from Barr Ellison, Cambridge will explore some of the key legal issues that you may wish to consider when approaching retirement i.e. Wills, Trusts and Lasting Power of Attorney. A Financial Advisor from Dartington Wealth will give a detailed overview of the different ways in which you may wish to consider managing your retirement income. They will give details of how tax is collected in retirement and answer questions. HR colleagues will outline the possible options for retirement for Established staff and the processes involved with each option, as well as the actions that need to be taken. If you are also interested in Retirement: Pre-Retirement - Pensions and Managing your Time in Retirement please book that related course which will cover the following:
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| Mon 26 |
Leaders and Managers Network Meeting
Finished
The meeting may include a short update about the Network or opportunities for leaders and managers. Following that is the chance for smaller groups of colleagues to speak about current priorities and plans, and to feedback suggestions for the development of the Network, supported by PPD. Further information regarding the Leaders and Managers Network. |
| Tue 27 |
Leadership Essentials
Finished
Participants are required to attend both half day sessions. |
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Please note that this session will be recorded. There will be an opportunity to discuss points and ask questions once the recording has ended. |
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| Thu 29 |
Recruitment Essentials: Appointing the Right Candidate (Professional Services Appointments)
Finished
This workshop provides an opportunity for those recruiting to professional services roles to update and refresh their understanding of the recruitment and selection processes at the University of Cambridge. It includes an overview of the current recruitment and selection process and how to create the conditions where you can recruit the best candidate, avoiding common pitfalls, whilst ensuring practice is fair to all candidates at each stage. NOTE If you are new to recruitment and selection, it is recommended that you attend the Recruitment and Selection Skills workshop. |
March 2024
| Wed 6 |
You will also be able to pre-empt and deal with common technical challenges that can occur in an online interview. The course is highly participative, providing an opportunity to share experiences with others, as well as time to practise your skills. |
| Thu 7 |
Administrator Development Programme
Finished
Selection for this programme is via nomination by School Secretaries, Heads of Division or Heads of Non-School Institutions during the summer. Nominees will need to demonstrate the benefit of participating, both for themselves and their institution. Please speak to your line manager and/or appropriate nominator if you would like to be considered. Please see further information about key themes and speakers on the programme flyer. |
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A webinar providing information on the level 4 Associate Project Manager Apprenticeship (duration 13 months) presented by Emily Hill of Provek, who are Project Management Training specialists and will deliver this apprenticeship. Provek are now able to offer a schedule of their open cohorts which will enable you to select your preferred programme start date to hopefully suit your individual contractual position. Aimed at developing the skills required to run successful projects. This programme consists of 6 modules, each of which have a 1x day workshop training included. You will also sit the Association for Project Management (APM) Project Management Qualification (PMQ) exam and will be externally assessed to achieve the Level 4 Associate Project Manager apprenticeship standard. The purpose of the webinar will be to provide you with an overview of the programme, and give you the opportunity to ask any questions. Information about the Project Management Apprenticeship delivered by Provek A link to the webinar will be sent with the joining instruction when your booking is confirmed. |
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| Thu 14 |
MBTI: Understanding Personality
Finished
It presents a framework for understanding how you operate, how others operate, and how you can use that understanding to get more from yourself and the relationships you have with others. This workshop is led by a qualified MBTI practitioner and will involve taking the MBTI questionnaire, investigating the four areas of preference covered by MBTI, self-assessment of type with group exercises, looking at your best fit type and investigating how it could help you at work. Learning about your personality type can help you to understand your role within your team and the role of others. It can also help you to cope with organisational change, deal with stress effectively and develop your emotional intelligence. |
| Tue 19 |
This interactive session will explore the responsibilities of a manager or leader at the University, introduce tools to support the performance of your team, and provide pointers to where to find important information and further development as needed. It is aimed at staff across all areas, disciplines, staff groups and levels of responsibility, including staff who are:
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The course is primarily aimed at academic staff involved in making selection decisions for academic roles and those with responsibility for coordinating academic recruitment procedures. |
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| Wed 20 |
Courageous Conversations
Finished
This 90 minute scenario-based training, incorporating forum theatre, aims to entertain and inform. You will be watching a live work based conversation and have the opportunity to give feedback and interact with the ‘characters’ to understand and develop a positive outcome. By the end of this webinar you will have a better understanding of how a difficult conversation can go wrong and how to put it right. We will explore how the best intentions can sometimes go wrong. We will help you build a solid technique to get it right. The main session is for 90 minutes, followed by optional time for further discussion and Q&A with the trainer. |
| Thu 21 |
The programme gives you the time to reflect, share and most importantly, set achievable personal and professional goals for now and the future. Key areas covered include communication skills, assertiveness, self confidence, improving your work/life balance and developing positive skills and attitude. If you want to progress and develop, then this programme is for you. |
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This interactive workshop is designed to give an overview and introduction to mentoring, informing participants about what mentoring is and giving them the opportunity to explore the key benefits for mentors and mentees. There will be the opportunity to learn some key skills needed to both mentor and be mentored effectively, and to become familiar with some simple models, tools and techniques to support the mentoring partnership to maximise its value and impact. |
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Please note that this session will be recorded. There will be an opportunity to discuss points and ask questions once the recording has ended. |
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| Mon 25 |
Welcome to New Staff
Finished
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| Thu 28 |
Recruitment and Selection Skills
Finished
If you are looking to update and refresh your understanding of the recruitment and selection processes at the University of Cambridge, it is recommended that you attend the 1/2 day workshop: Recruitment Essentials: Appointing the Right Candidate (Professional Services Appointments). |
April 2024
| Tue 2 |
This interactive session encourages participants to consider what provisions would be useful to support the development of grades 3 to 6 Professional Services staff, how this might be implemented in terms of course format and delivery and how it might be marketed to the relevant team members to encourage engagement. |
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This interactive session encourages participants to consider what provisions would be useful to support the development of grades 3 to 6 Professional Services staff, how this might be implemented in terms of course format and delivery and how it might be marketed to the relevant team members to encourage engagement. |