‘Grow Your Own’
Management Training Programme
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Welcome to the programme.
You will find all the resources you need here to complete the training.
We hope you find it useful.
Please be aware the course may include descriptions of difficult childhood experiences, due to the nature of topics within this course.
You can download the full course brochure here
2024 Update:
Modules 3 and 4 will run on a half day tutorial basis, with reflective exercise to complete between each session.
Please make a note of the programme dates in your diary, noting all session times, as per below:
Module 3:
Day 1 – 22nd January 2024 – 9.30am-12.30pm
Day 2 – 29th February 2024 – 11am-2pm
Day 3 – 18th March 2024 – 9.30am-12.30pm
Day 4 – 25th April 2024 – 11am-2pm
Module 4:
Day 1 – 23rd May 2024 – 1-4pm
Day 2 – 21st June 2024 – 9.30am-12.30pm
Day 3 – 15th July 2024 – 9.30am-12.30pm
Day 4 – 16th September 2024 – 9.30am-12.30pm
The programme will include tutor support on the following basis :
- opportunities for one to one tutorials with Chris for support for assigned work or any key issues.
- opportunities for group tutorials (organisation based if appropriate) on themes and developments
At the first session you will also have the opportunity to set up initial meetings with yourselves and your RM/RI so that we can share expectations of the programme.
Before you come to the first session please think about what you want to achieve from the module / programme. This will be developed with a first piece of assigned work based on reflection.
The sessions are run on the Zoom platform. There may be some YouTube videos.
The waiting room will be open 15 minutes prior to the start of the training. Please ensure the name on your Zoom is the name on the register (see above if you need to change this).
To launch the Zoom session, please click the launch course button on the left. If you have problems joining check the advice on using Zoom and troubleshooting options above. If you require them, the Meeting ID and Password are:
Meeting ID: 898 9794 7936
Security Passcode: 395856
About Zoom
If you’re not familiar with Zoom you may find the following videos helpful before the course. It is reasonably intuitive, so you should not worry. We will also move you into small groups and ask you to vote on questions – these instructions will appear clearly on your screen.
Being involved – our courses are pretty relaxed, interactive and work best when there are lots of questions. Please feel free to chip in during a gap, use the ‘raise your hand’ button or put a question in chat at any time. Chat is one of the assets of using Zoom as it makes sure you can get your question in. Our trainers try to avoid reading the chat when they’re speaking, but do look at very regular intervals and should come back to your question. If they’ve missed it please chip in or ‘raise your hand’.
Video and sound – We like to see you! It’s good for the trainer to be able to gauge the reaction of the group and that everyone is engaged with the training. Do check your background prior to going live to make sure there’s nothing that might embarrass you. There is a function in Zoom to hide your background if you wish. Ultimately, if you really cannot face having the video on this is ok. Please mute your sound unless you want to speak so that background noise does not affect everyone else – the trainer may mute everyone if there is interference. Don’t forget to turn it on before speaking!
Doing other work/dealing with other issues/breaks – safeguarding is important training. If you miss key elements of the course you may miss an opportunity to intervene to keep a child safe so you should not be doing other work while the course is running. We recognise that people are working from home and this brings its own challenges. If you need to respond to something please do, but where possible try to limit this to the breaks. During breaks you should take an opportunity to be away from the computer screen where you can. Feel free to bring back coffee and cake!
If you need to leave the course please let the trainer know why using a private chat. The subject material can be difficult and it is important to look after yourself. We can point you to helpful sources of support during the breaks or after the course.
Problems accessing the course If you have difficulty accessing the Zoom platform on the day, please contact admin@dialogueltd.co.uk or contact us on 01803 493030. We will do our best to help you join, although we do not offer technical support.
Some organisations have systems that block access to Zoom. If you are having difficulties and are able to you may wish to access the course from a personal computer or tablet.
Becoming a registered manager is challenging. Everyone struggles to juggle the leadership, managerial, staff support, emotional holding, care planning and huge range of practical tasks required of them. During this time, it’s crucial the home remains focused on young person’s needs, but the sheer organisation and personal qualities required are a significant endeavour with an enormous step-on from other roles within the home, all with the personal pressures of leadership and concerns about the impending regulatory inspection.
This course provides the care, support and challenge to enable people to step-up within their setting, building on the support around them as they acquire the necessary skills to develop on their leadership journey, easing the transition and gaining the confidence to succeed.
the programme…
This 16-month programme brings a challenging blend of personal reflection, course attendance and assignments focused on the role of a registered manager in residential care.
The programme follows 4 modules with a roll on/roll off approach. Each module consists of 4 days of underpinning knowledge, peer review, reflection and support and can be completed as a single unit or part of the course. Organisations are asked to commit to module-by-module and to give two months’ notice if their participant will be dropping off the next module.
The course has been designed with Responsible Individuals so module is themed around issues identified by organisations and derived from the Leadership and Management Quality Standard alongside associated standards and regulations. A core theme is the voice of children and young people.
Module 1 – The Registered Manager
day 1
- what is the range of the role?
- what skills could you currently bring to this role in terms of leadership and management?
- defining the difference between leadership and management
- being a manager
Resources for day 1:
GYO programme- Reflecting and being a reflective practitioner
GYO programme skills – management and leadership
GYP programme- initial reflection. 1.22
Keeping children safe in education 2021
Please use this link to access: Social care common inspection framework (SCCIF): children’s homes
day 2
- managing teams
- how do teams work?
- how do teams change?
- role of the RM
- managing challenge internal to the organisation
Resources for day 2:
GYO Module 1 Day 2- Leadership and Teams
5 Step Planning – Safeguarding Supervision
day 3 and day 4
- Safeguarding Supervision training programme. This course helps structure and approach supervision using an established supervision model to empower staff and focus on the experience and progress of young people. Designed by highly experienced senior managers, the course addresses key dilemmas in balancing the needs of the organisation, the employee and the young people to create a different kind of conversation which both supervisees and supervisors find effective.
Module 2 – Managing and Prioritising
day 1
- A “day in the life”… exploring what can and often does happen!
- Prioritisation and time management skills
- Crisis management
Resources for day 1:
So you have arrived at the house-stress.pptx Mod 2 day 1
Module 2 . Day 1 . Three section case study pt 3
day 2
- exploring how the Manager works with the RI – roles and responsibilities
Resources for day 2:
RI and RM roles and responsibilities. GYO. Module 2 Day 2
day 3
- operational and strategic roles including the development of the home
- Projects & planning
- Effective delegation (including delegating up!)
Resources for day 3:
Module 2. Day 3 strategic skills
day 4
- problem solving, prioritising – using the team effectively (distributed leadership in practice)
Resources for day 4:
KA amended slide show GYO Module 2 day 4 Nov 23
Other resources
Module 3 – “Looking in” – the external view of the home
day 1
- the role of the standards and regulations
- Statement of Purpose
- how do you make sure that the standards and regulations are met?
Resources for day 1:
iicsa-residential-schools-investigation-report-march-2022
day 2
- being ready – QA, role of the Regulation 44, role of the Regulation 45 process, working with the RI, external feedback
- being ready- for inspection or LA visit
Resources for day 2:
GYO programme. Module 3 Day 2 . W.F. Development plan
GYO Module 3 Day 2- QA and external review
day 3
- managing and co-ordinating the inspection
- receiving feedback and effective challenge
Resources for day 3:
Module 3. Day 3. getting ready for and managing the inspection.
IICSA- three core recommendations and others
report independent inquiry into child sexual abuse October 2022
Positive environments where children can flourish
Relationships and sex education (RSE) and health education
day 4
- managing and working with inspection or monitoring outcomes
Resources for day 4:
Module 4 – Safeguarding in the home
day 1
Safeguarding for Leaders training course. Whilst safeguarding training is a key requirement for all, this learning often does not provide the further skills around analysis and communication to feel confident in such important judgement calls when staff and young people depend on us. This two-day course provides advanced skills and tools for decision-making to ensure a structured and safe response every time
Resources for day 1:
Module 4 Day 1. SGL- managing culture
The Report of the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse
Research and analysis – Safeguarding children with disabilities in residential settings
day 2
Safeguarding for Leaders training course Day 2
Resources for day 2:
Module 4 . Risk and building an impact risk assessment
day 3
Undertaking investigations – Managing allegations, referencing disciplinary and capability investigations. This course will ensure managers have the skills to prioritise the safety of children and young people, work within interagency procedures and guidance and properly support their staff through proportionate decision-making and a caring approach
Resources for day 3:
day 4
- Safer organisations
- Learning from history – what happens, why it happens and what we can learn.