'Any one who wishes to become a good writer should endeavour, before he allows himself to be tempted by the more showy qualities, to be direct, simple, brief, vigorous, and lucid' (HF Fowler and FG Fowler, The King's English, 1906)

Why is this subject important? It's quite difficult to write simply. All too often social care report writing lacks structure and is unclear, unfocused and repetitive. This means the message and impact are weakened or lost. Whether we are writing for children and families, service users, other professionals, the court or others we need to do so in a clear, concise, relevant and meaningful way. And that means taking the reader (whoever they may be) with us every step of the way. We simply need to convince them that we know what we are talking about and are worth listening to.

Reports, assessments, minutes and plans will be read, understood and followed if they are easy to read, easy to understand and easy to follow. We will apply our approach of facts-analysis-judgements. Indeed, research, inspections, serious case reviews and inquiries have all raised concerns that social work recording and reporting often lacks analysis and misses the child or service user's voice (or their voice is 'professionalised').

All too frequently, writing is mainly narrative and descriptive. There is a lot of information and a lot of facts. But we need to make sense of those facts and that information. What do they tell us? Why do they tell us that? What should we do as a consequence of that? We'll show you how to make sense of it all. We'll make analysis easy! Honest.

This is a one-day course aimed at individuals with statutory responsibility. The course enables practitioners to consider a range of communication approaches and to balance customer expectations with operational reality. The course provides practical tools to deal with difficult situations sensitively.

This course is for Department of Adult Social Care and Public Health (DASCPH), local authority staff only.

The need to balance risk, choice and rights with protection and autonomy and the need, not just to minimise danger but to maximise wellbeing, requires a high level of professionalism and an ability to think critically and analytically.This course focuses on risk and decision making in practice and is designed to support you in developing your skills in this area.

This is a four part course wchich will take place virtually.

This course is for Department of Adult Social Care and Public Health (DASCPH), local authority staff only.

To book a place please visit the website
https://kingstonandrichmondsafeguardingchildrenpartnership.org.uk/training.php

Please direct any enquiries to Daksha.Mistry@kingrichlscb.org.uk


Introduction
Prevent is one of the four elements of CONTEST, the government’s counter-terrorism strategy. It aims to stop people becoming terrorists or supporting terrorism. The Home Office works with local authorities and a wide range of government departments, and community organisations to deliver the Prevent Strategy.
Content
This introductory 1hour 30 mins interactive session has been developed specifically for frontline staff. This will help you to identify people who may be vulnerable and at risk of becoming involved in radicalisation and violent extremism and provides advice on how to respond appropriately. This training is free for local statutory agencies and voluntary sector organisations.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this course participants will:
• Have understood the aim of the Prevent Strategy
• Have thought about who may be vulnerable to radicalisation & terrorism
• Have explored why some people are able to influence and manipulate others to commit crimes
• Be able to recognise when a vulnerable individual may be in need of your help
• Be clear on what help and support looks like in this area, and who you should turn to if you

If you are a frontline professional and wish to improve your understanding of MARAC and its processes - these sessions have been designed for you!
The following will be covered:
Gain an understanding of the MARAC process and aims
• MARAC threshold
• Risk Assessment
• How to complete MARAC referral form
• Your role at MARAC, presenting and sharing research
• Understand the importance of information sharing and referring to MARAC
The briefings are intended to be informal sessions where I will be available to provide information, answer any questions and assist with any queries attendees might have.

A series of regular forums are held throughout the year for Enquiry Officers and any other practitioners working with safeguarding or complex case management on topical areas surrounding safeguarding practice. The forums offer the opportunity for peer networking and support, practice updates and professional discussion around pertinent areas of practice.

This course is for practitioners who are required to carry out safeguarding enquiries in line with Richmond and Wandsworth Safeguarding Policy and Procedures. The two day session aims to enable participants to develop their skills in conducting enquiries into allegations or suspicions of adult abuse.

This course introduces staff to best practice in promoting Health and Wellbeing in Dementia.

This course is for Department of Adult Social Care and Public Health (DASCPH), local authority staff only.

This is an advanced one day course in Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and it will run virtually over 2-half days. This course is not suitable for participants who do not have any prior knowledge of MCA. It covers common practice challenges and incorporates up to date case law.

This course is for Department of Adult Social Care and Public Health (DASCPH), local authority staff only.

Suicide First Aid Lite teaches the knowledge and understanding to help someone having thoughts of suicide.

As any of us could, at any time, encounter a person having suicidal thoughts, this training is open to a wide variety of staff and volunteers working with adults, children and families. It is free at the point of access.