BOPS & CASPS

An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Copilot

Session Presenter: Jordan Midgley

Job Title: Head of ICT, Central Team

• This session will provide an introduction to AI and using Copilot, Microsoft’s AI functionality built into 365 which is available to all colleagues.
• By the end of the session colleagues will understand the basics of AI and be able to use Copilot to produce content.

AQA Update (Exam Officers)

Session Presenter: Jonathon Edwards

Job Title: Exams Officer Engagement for AQA

• Quick updates from the Exams Officer Engagement team across key topics, including improvements shaped by your feedback to enhance your experience with AQA.
• Be better informed and know that you are heard, your opinion really matters.
• Ask questions, give feedback and share best practice as a trust.

Assistive Technology

Session Presenter: Tim Barker

Job Title: Head of Site – Brackenfield SEND School

• Covers the Core Four lens (Choice & Voice, Functionality, Independence, Joy in Living) to check whether tech removes barriers.
• Colleagues will identify a pupil’s barrier and match an assistive approach.
• Colleagues will plan one practical next step using the Core Four.

Being an Exceptional TTCT Year Leader

This session is mandatory for teaching year leaders but also open to other colleagues. 

Session Presenter: Lee Greasley

Job Title: Assistant Headteacher, Culture – Selston High School.

• This session will share best practice to exemplify what exceptional year group leadership looks like, and how to support and leverage the role of the Form Tutor.
• Delegates will develop additional strategies to ensure students’ attendance, attainment and well-being is maximised.

Careers in the Community (Careers)

This session is for members of the TTCT Careers team.

This session is an all day session.

Session Presenter: Charlotte Beardall

Job Title: Careers Manager, Central Team

• The Careers team will meet to engage with a local training provider and a local employer to discuss skills and opportunities in the local area.

Facilities Management Essentials

This session is tailored to School Site Staff

This Session will count as your choice for Session 2

Session Presenter: Reed.co.uk

This is an online 1.5 hour module that can be completed at your convenience during the Trust Conference. This online course covers

• Understanding the Role of a School Caretaker.
• Health and Safety in Schools.
• Building Maintenance and Repairs.
• Grounds and Facilities Management.
• Leadership and Team Management in Caretaking.
• Innovation, Sustainability, and Career Growth in School Caretaking.

Fire Extinguisher Training

Colleagues will need to bring a mobile phone capable of scanning QR codes to attend this session.

A portion of this session takes place outside, colleagues will need to ensure they dress appropriately.

This session will also count as your choice for session 2.

Session Presenter: Chris Mackay

Job Title: Trainer for UK Fire Training Ltd

• Which extinguisher to use during an emergency.
• Theory and practical on how to use a fire extinguisher.

Oarsmen Educators

This is a double session and will count as your choice for session 2.

Session Presenters: Lieutenant Colonel Declan (“Dec”) Lynn MBE.  Currently Military Assistant to the Director of Defence Support Major Programmes

• Lt Col Declan Lynn was a member of Oarsmen Educators, one of the British Army’s teams in last year’s ‘World Toughest Row – Atlantic’.
• Hear their inspirational story of working together to overcome unimaginable obstacles.
• Colleagues will leave empowered to believe in their own inner strength.

Forest School (Nursery Team)

This is a double session and will count as your choice for session 2.

Session Presenter: Laura Peachey

Job Title: Nursery Manager, Ashfield Plaza Day Nursery

• What a good forest school area looks like.
• Setting up our forest area, making better use of the area, making it safe and suitable for children and staff.
• Colleagues to be able to run sessions in the forest after half term.

NEO People Employee Self-Serve

Session Presenter: Ellen Cook, Katy Leatherland

Job Titles: Human Resources Manager, HR Administrator

• Accessing ESS via Link.
• Navigating different areas.
• Changing and adding personal information.

Networking (Librarians)

This session is tailored towards Librarians.

Session Presenter: TBC

Job Title: TBC

• An opportunity for library staff across the Trust to connect, share experiences, and strengthen professional relationships.
• Attendees will leave with new contacts, and a clearer understanding of shared challenges and opportunities.

New MIS (Data Managers)

This is an all day session.

This session is tailored towards Data Managers

Session Presenter: Anthony Ince

Job Title: Trust Lead for MIS & Data Systems, TTCT Central Team

• This session is specifically designed for School Data Managers.
• Introduction and familiarisation to New MIS features and functions.

PREVENT Training

This is a double session and will count as your choice for session 2.

Session Presenter: Joie Cain

Job Title: PREVENT Regional Delivery Officer – Derbyshire County Council

• Colleagues will learn about what radicalisation is, see case study examples, learn common signs of vulnerability and radicalisation, find out more about the current threat level and learn main risks from terrorism and extremism.

Responding to and Reporting Domestic Violence

This is a double session and will count as your choice for Session 2.

Session Presenter: Elm Foundation

• How to respond to disclosures of domestic violence, review case studies and learn practical strategies to recognise, support and respond to young people, affected by domestic violence.

Responding to Harmful Sexual Behaviour

This session is a double session and will count as your choice for session 2.

Session Presenter: Rezina Kelly

Job Title: Education Consultant and AIM Associate

• Underlying principles around understanding and responding to Harmful Sexual Behaviour in schools.
• Delegates will have increased awareness and understanding around HSB.
• Colleagues will feel more confident in responding to HSB.

Supporting Students with Hearing Loss

Session Presenter: Tom Bate

Job Title: Teacher of the Deaf / Deputy SENDCO – Allestree Woodlands School

• Discuss challenges faced by deaf students in mainstream schools.
• Look at strategies of how we can help overcome these issues in order to promote inclusion and equal access in our schools.

Using Microsoft Teams

Session Presenters: Bradley Wragg and Steffan Walker

Job Titles: ICT Technical Manager, ICT and Digital Services Technician

• This session will cover a range of functionality in the Microsoft Teams client including file storage, setting up online meetings and much more!
• By the end of the session colleagues will have a greater understanding of the Teams client including advanced features and how it can integrate into other Microsoft products.

Working at Height

Session Presenter: Chloe Rhodes

Job Title: Associate Director of Health and Safety, Crysp

• Hazards associated with working at height, how to do it safely, what equipment to use.

6 Bricks: An Interactive Intervention

Session Presenter: Emma Merchant

Job Title: Trust Deputy Headteacher – Culture

The session will include how to use the Six Bricks intervention with  KS3 students. It is a hands-on tool for learning.

• Through fun and short activities with sets of LEGO® DUPLO® bricks in six bright colours, delegates will explore how students can practice their memory, language, communication, movement, creativity and more through the intervention.
• Colleagues will learn how to adapt activities to match student’s area of need, skills and interests.

Allergens & Anaphylaxis

Session Presenter: Jan Parnell

Session Director: Director of Education – Natasha’s Allergy Research Foundation

• The story of Natasha told by her mum, Tanya and how Natasha’s Allergen Research Foundation was established.
• Your role in allergy awareness and effective allergy management.
• Responsibilities shared by everyone within a school community.

Assistive Technology

Session Presenter: Tim Barker

Job Title: Head of Site – Brackenfield SEND School

• Covers the Core Four lens (Choice & Voice, Functionality, Independence, Joy in Living) to check whether tech removes barriers.
• Colleagues will identify a pupil’s barrier and match an assistive approach.
• Colleagues will plan one practical next step using the Core Four.

British Sign Language

Session Presenter: Katherine Hancock

• Learn basic British Sign Language including finger spelling and everyday vocabulary.

Best Practice (Librarians)

This session is tailored towards Librarians.

Session Presenter: TBC

Job Title: TBC

• Managing Behaviour in the Library.
• Developing An Engaged Team Of Student Librarians.
• Effective Enrichment Activities.

Building Positive Relationships: Staff Toolkit

Session Presenter: Lee Greasley

Job Title: Assistant Headteacher, Culture – Selston High School

• Developing strategies to build positive relationships with families.
• The opportunity to script and rehearse conversations and meetings, using de-escalation techniques.

Cyber Security Awareness

Session Presenter: Rich Armshaw

Job Title: ICT Technical Manager- Central Team

• This session will cover Cyber Security best practice and the measures we take at The Two Counties Trust.
• By the end of the session, colleagues will have a better understanding of cyber security, how to spot phishing and scam emails, and a general overview of how to stay secure online and when using technology.

ESPO Punchout & My Academy Trust

Session Presenter: Graham Holley and Mason Laywood

Job Titles: Procurement Manager, ESPO Account Manager

• Introduction to ESPO Punchout.
• How this works on Intacct.
• Benefits of using ESPO.

Intacct: Topical Update / What's Next

Session Presenter: Sarah Shaw

Job Title: Finance Manager – Central Office

• Addressing current queries and advising of efficiency savings in processing.
• Including brief overview of integration with key suppliers, Amazon and ESPO. Staff expenses.
• Including preferred suppliers to use for key expenditure categories . Categorisation of suppliers on intact to enable search facility. Avoiding unnecessary set up of new suppliers.

Manual Handling

Session Presenter: Chloe Rhodes

Job Title: Associate Director of Health and Safety, Crysp

• Learn about hazards associated with manual handling.
• How to safely carry out manual handling.

NEO People Employee Self-Serve

Session Presenter: Ellen Cook, Katy Leatherland

Job Titles: Human Resources Manager, HR Administrator

• Accessing ESS via Link.
• Navigating different areas.
• Changing and adding personal information.

Networking with AQA (Exam Officers)

Session Presenter: Jonathon Edwards

Job Title: Exams Officer Engagement – AQA

This is an Exam Officers peer network session, where you can discuss systems, and pick up tips from each other.

Results of Water Services Audit & Learnings

Session Presenter: Jodie Mercer

Job title: Water Services Retailer – Wave

• Findings from Wave Services water audit.
• Learn about energy sustainability and saving opportunities.
• This session would be suitable for colleagues who have an interest in Estates Management.

Secure and Private on Social Media

Session Presenter: Mitchell Dagley

Job Title: Marketing and Communications Manager, TTCT Central Team

• Colleagues will be able to update privacy and security settings on Facebook and Instagram.
• Understand how to be mindful about the content you share.
• Understand how your content can be used inappropriately.

An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Copilot

Session Presenter: Jordan Midgley

Job Title: Head of ICT

• This session will provide an introduction to AI and using Copilot, Microsoft’s AI functionality built into 365 which is available to all colleagues.
• By the end of the session colleagues will understand the basics of AI and be able to use Copilot to produce content.

Cyber Security Awareness

Session Presenter: Rich Armshaw

Job Title: ICT Technical Manager – Central Team

• This session will cover Cyber Security best practice and the measures we take at The Two Counties Trust.
• By the end of the session, colleagues will have a better understanding of cyber security, how to spot phishing and scam emails, and a general overview of how to stay secure online and when using technology.

Facilities Management Essentials

This session is tailored to School Site Staff

This Session will count as your choice for Session 4

Session Presenter: Reed.co.uk

This is an online 1.5 hour module that can be completed at your convenience during the Trust Conference. This online course covers

• Understanding the Role of a School Caretaker.
• Health and Safety in Schools.
• Building Maintenance and Repairs.
• Grounds and Facilities Management.
• Leadership and Team Management in Caretaking.
• Innovation, Sustainability, and Career Growth in School Caretaking.

Family Engagement

Session Presenter: Dan Conley

Job Title: Director of In-School AP – Co-op Academies Trust, Smart Learning School – Founder

• How to work effectively with families to tackle lost learning and unmet special educational needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. 

Fire Extinguisher Training

Colleagues will need to bring a mobile phone capable of scanning QR codes to attend this session.

A portion of this session takes place outside, colleagues will need to ensure they dress appropriately.

This session will also count as your choice for session 4.

Session Presenter: Chris Mackay

Job Title: Trainer for UK Fire Training Ltd

• Which extinguisher to use during an emergency.
• Theory and practical on how to use a fire extinguisher.

Habits of Great Organisations: Stable Core

Session Presenter: Derek Hobbs

Job Title: Executive Headteacher

Professor Alex Hill, author of Centennials, has conducted thirteen years of groundbreaking research into a clutch of organisations that have outperformed their peers for over 100 years.

Join this session to learn about your role in supporting the creation of a great enduring organisation.

Inclusion - Strong Experience and Outcomes

Session Presenter: Dr Jen Barker

Job Title: Director of Learning – Ormiston Academies Trust

• This session examines the serious challenges facing England’s SEND system.
• It explore signs showing the system is under strain, potential drivers of this situation and suggests some guiding principles to reframe our approach to inclusion in response.
• Delegates will leave with a clearer idea of what inclusive schools are and how to create them.

PREVENT (Nursery Team)

Session Presenter: Laura Peachey

Job Title: Nursery Manager, Ashfield Plaza Day Nursery

• PREVENT refresher awareness course.

Prioritising Effectively

Session Presenter: Debbie Duggan

Job Title: Operational Resources Director, TTCT Central Team

• Help you to plan your time better to ensure you are both more efficient and effective by matching priorities with the right tasks.
• Develop your skills in planning and prioritising and introduce you to the Eisenhower Matrix to help you make the most of your time.
• Discuss the top time stealers and give you tips for successfully managing your time.

Results of Water Services Audit & Learnings

Session Presenter: Jodie Mercer

Job title: Water Services Retailer – Wave

• Findings from Wave Services water audit.
• Learn about energy sustainability and saving opportunities.
• This session would be suitable for colleagues who have an interest in Estates Management.

Recruitment and Selection

Session Presenters: HR Team – Central Office

• Understand the recruitment and selection process within the Trust.
• Understand and be compliant with the regulatory framework applied in recruitment and selection.
• Be confident in applying knowledge learned to have a successful end effective recruitment campaign.

Supporting Students with Hearing Loss

Session Presenter: Tom Bate

Job Title: Teacher of the Deaf / Deputy SENDCO – Allestree Woodlands School

• Discuss challenges faced by deaf students in mainstream schools.
• Look at strategies of how we can help overcome these issues in order to promote inclusion and equal access in our schools.

University of Derby Apprenticeships

Session Presenter: Tom Malpass

Job Title: Business Development Manager for Apprenticeships – University of Derby

• Learn about apprenticeships on offer which combine on the job training with academic learning.
• Hear about the requirements of an apprenticeship and what’s involved.
• Hear about the benefits of completing an apprenticeship including how it can enhance your workplace performance.

Waterstones (Librarians)

This session is tailored towards Librarians.

Session Presenter: TBC

Job Title: TBC

• New book releases
• What Waterstones can offer – Trips

Working at Height

Session Presenter: Chloe Rhodes

Job Title: Associate Director of Health and Safety, Crysp

• Hazards associated with working at height, how to do it safely, what equipment to use.

Responding to Harmful Sexual Behaviour

This session is a double session and will count as your choice for session 4.

Session Presenter: Rezina Kelly

Job Title: Education Consultant and AIM Associate

• Underlying principles around understanding and responding to Harmful Sexual Behaviour in schools.
• Delegates will have increased awareness and understanding around HSB.
• Colleagues will feel more confident in responding to HSB.

British Sign Language

Session Presenter: Katherine Hancock

• Learn basic British Sign Language including finger spelling and everyday vocabulary.

Best Practice (Librarians)

This session is tailored towards Librarians.

Session Presenter: TBC

Job Title: TBC

• Running A Successful Book Club.
• Encouraging Reading For Pleasure.
• Key Takeaways.

ESPO Punchout & My Academy Trust

Session Presenter: Graham Holley and Mason Laywood

Job Titles: Procurement Manager, ESPO Account Manager

• Introduction to ESPO Punchout.
• How this works on Intacct.
• Benefits of using ESPO.

Family Engagement

Session Presenter: Dan Conley

Job Title: Director of In-School AP – Co-op Academies Trust, Smart Learning School – Founder

• How to work effectively with families to tackle lost learning and unmet special educational needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. 

Habits of Great Organisations: Disruptive Edge

Session Presenter: Derek Hobbs

Job Title: Executive Headteacher

Professor Alex Hill, author of Centennials, has conducted thirteen years of groundbreaking research into a clutch of organisations that have outperformed their peers for over 100 years.

Join this session to learn about your role in supporting the creation of a great enduring organisation.

Inclusion - Strong Experience and Outcomes

Session Presenter: Dr Jen Barker

Job Title: Director of Learning – Ormiston Academies Trust

• This session examines the serious challenges facing England’s SEND system.
• It explore signs showing the system is under strain, potential drivers of this situation and suggests some guiding principles to reframe our approach to inclusion in response.
• Delegates will leave with a clearer idea of what inclusive schools are and how to create them.

Intacct: Topical Update / What's Next

Session Presenter: Sarah Shaw

Job Title: Finance Manager – Central Office

• Addressing current queries and advising of efficiency savings in processing.
• Including brief overview of integration with key suppliers, Amazon and ESPO. Staff expenses.
• Including preferred suppliers to use for key expenditure categories . Categorisation of suppliers on intact to enable search facility. Avoiding unnecessary set up of new suppliers.

Manual Handling

Session Presenter: Chloe Rhodes

Job Title: Associate Director of Health and Safety, Crysp

• Learn about hazards associated with manual handling.
• How to safely carry out manual handling.

Remodelling Base Rooms (Nursery Team)

Session Presenter: Laura Peachey

Job Title: Nursery Manager, Ashfield Plaza Day Nursery

• What a good base room looks like.
• Inspirational ideas.
• Spider diagram of ideas.
• Put knowledge into practice to maximise room potential.

Using Microsoft Teams

Session Presenters: Bradley Wragg and Steffan Walker

Job Titles: ICT Technical Manager, ICT and Digital Services Technician

• This session will cover a range of functionality in the Microsoft Teams client including file storage, setting up online meetings and much more!
• By the end of the session colleagues will have a greater understanding of the Teams client including advanced features and how it can integrate into other Microsoft products.

University of Derby Apprenticeships

Session Presenter: Tom Malpass

Job Title: Business Development Manager for Apprenticeships – University of Derby

• Learn about apprenticeships on offer which combine on the job training with academic learning.
• Hear about the requirements of an apprenticeship and what’s involved.
• Hear about the benefits of completing an apprenticeship including how it can enhance your workplace performance.