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WeST PDR Booklet 

Training Opportunities 

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

An accredited two-day, interactive training that prepares caregivers to provide suicide first aid interventions.

Suitable for people who work or volunteer with children and young people.

What will you learn as an ASIST trained first aid caregiver? After taking ASIST, you will be better able to:

  • Be suicide alert - identify people who have thoughts of suicide
  • Understand the reasons behind thoughts of suicide and the reasons for living
  • Access risk and safety - develop a plan to increase the safety of the person at risk of suicide
  • Recognise invitations for help
  • Recognise potential barriers of seeking help
  • Offer support – recognise other important aspects of suicide prevention including life promotion and self-care
  • Effectively apply a suicide intervention model
  • Link people with community resources

This course is being delivered over two full days between 9am-5pm and participants must attend both days.

Anyone 16 or older (despite previous training) can learn and use the ASIST model. No previous mental health or suicide prevention experience is necessary. Suitable for people who work or volunteer with children and young people.

Face to Face Training Dates:

Dates: Monday 7 and Tuesday 8 August 2023

Times: 9am – 5pm both days

Venue: Printworks Tavistock, Kingdon House Community Association, Pym Street, Tavistock, PL19 0AW.

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/601495909457

Dates: Tuesday 26 and Wednesday 27 September 2023

Times: 9am – 5pm both days

Venue: Yealmpton Community Association, Yealmpton Community Centre, Stray Park, Yealmpton, Plymouth, PL8 2HF.

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/601496832217

Dates: Monday 6 and Tuesday 7 November 2023

Times: 9am – 5pm both days

Venue: Lee Moor Public Hall, Lee Moor, Plymouth, PL7 5RJ.

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/609476599917

Mental Health First Aid (Online)

MHFA provides knowledge and skills at a level for any adult member of the public who wishes to give initial first aid.

Suitable for people who work or volunteer with children and young people. Open to all the community (16 years and above).

Train as a Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®) and gain the benefit of joining England’s largest community of trained MHFAiders®, receive three years of ongoing learning support and benefits.

Covering the main diagnosis- Anxiety, Suicide, Depression and Psychosis. Includes a mix of media, group work and skill learning. This course is ideal for those who would like to become a MHFAider® to:

  • Encourage self-care, giving you the tools to look after your own and others' mental health
  • Gain the knowledge and skills to spot signs of people experiencing poor mental health
  • Be confident starting a conversation and signpost a person to appropriate support
  • Promotes early intervention and faster recovery, which can prevent an individual's mental health deteriorating
  • Awareness of how mental health impacts the workplace; skills to empower people to thrive in the workplace.

This training will be delivered in person by trainer Jacqui Bamford.

The training will be delivered over four morning sessions, 9:00-13:00pm. By signing up you are able to attend ALL four sessions for your selected course.

Please register your interest here and you will be contacted with a booking form and the necessary joining instructions.

Online Training Dates:

Dates: Monday 31 July, Wednesday 2, Monday 14 and Wednesday 16 August

Times: 9am – 1pm

Register your interest here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/610951200487

Dates: Tuesday 14, Wednesday 15, Tuesday 21 and Wednesday 22 November

Times: 9am – 1pm

Register your interest here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/610964871377

Mental Health First Aid (Face to Face)

MHFA provides knowledge and skills at a level for any adult member of the public who wishes to give initial first aid or assistance.

Suitable for people who work or volunteer with children and young people. Open to all the community (16 years and above).

Train as a Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®) and gain the benefit of joining England’s largest community of trained MHFAiders®, receive three years of ongoing learning support and benefits.

Covering the main diagnosis- Anxiety, Suicide, Depression and Psychosis. Includes a mix of media, group work and skill learning. This course is ideal for those who would like to become a MHFAider® to:

  • Encourage self-care, giving you the tools to look after your own and others' mental health
  • Gain the knowledge and skills to spot signs of people experiencing poor mental health
  • Be confident starting a conversation and signpost a person to appropriate support
  • Promotes early intervention and faster recovery, which can prevent an individual's mental health deteriorating
  • Awareness of how mental health impacts the workplace; skills to empower people to thrive in the workplace.

This training will be delivered in person by trainer Jacqui Bamford.

The training will be delivered over two days from 9:00-5:00pm. By signing up you are committing to attend both days for your selected course.

Please register your interest here and we will contact you with a booking form and the necessary joining instructions.

The face to face MHFA courses below are 2 full days and both days must be attended to completed the course

Face to Face Training Dates:

Dates: Monday 10 and Monday 24 July 2023

Times: 9am – 5pm both days

Venue: Lee Moor Public Hall, Lee Moor, Plymouth, PL7 5RJ.

Register your interest here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/611079724907

Dates: Wednesday 6 September and Wednesday 13 September 2023

Times: 9am – 5pm both days

Venue: Printworks Tavistock, Kingdon House Community Association, Pym Street, Tavistock, PL19 0AW.

Register your interest here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/61113502029

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Recruitment update:

We are delighted to inform you of the following exciting career opportunities within our Trust:- 

Callington Community College are looking to appoint a Senior Science Technician. The post holder requires a good standard of practical knowledge and experience and will have responsibility for resources, such as equipment and materials. The post will also include some administration support and data entry. For more information, please click here. Closing date: Friday 28 July 2023. 

Coombe Dean School are seeking to appoint a Library and Reading Co-ordinator. The successful candidate will be an innovative and inspirational leader of reading, learning and research, and they will plan and deliver an exciting programme of activities, events and author visits that promote reading and the development of literacy across the school. For more information, please click here. Closing date: 14 July 2023. 

Holbeton Primary School currently require a Teaching Assistant to work in their year nursery/foundation class. The persons appointed would need the skills and qualities necessary to demonstrate - a secure level of understanding of SEND needs, safeguarding policies and procedures, and consistently high levels of behaviour and learning, to join their team, starting in the summer term. For more information, please click here. Closing date: 17 July 2023. 

Ivybridge Community College are looking to fill the following vacancies:

Behaviour Support Coordinator - Under the direction of the Behaviour Manager, within an agreed system of supervision, the post holder is responsible for the effective day-to-day organisation, coordination, supervision of students and support of the PACE rooms.  Implementing agreed work programmes with individuals/groups, in or out of the classroom/PACE room. Closing date: 17 July 2023.

Casual Exams Invigilator - Hours of work are by negotiation, to cover examination sessions throughout the year.  The ability to work at least three days a week during the peak times in May and June is required.  Full day, morning (start 8.30am) and afternoon sessions are offered. Closing date: 7 September 2023. 

For more information on the above vacancies, please click here. 

South Dartmoor Community College are looking to fill the following vacancies: 

Cover Co-ordinator & Cover Supervisor - The successful candidate will be a hard-working individual with high expectations and an unwavering determination to get the best for students; establishing excellent relationships quickly with all stakeholders and communicate effectively to ensure all students’ needs are met. Closing date: 7 August 2023.

Receptionist & Administrative Assistant - The successful candidate will work closely within the Central Services Team and will also provide routine general clerical administrative support. Closing date: 7 August 2023.

For more information on the above vacancies, please click here. 

Westcountry Schools Trust are looking to fill the following vacancies: 

Executive Assistant (School Improvement) - As Executive Assistant (School Improvement), you will be responsible for providing both routine and complex administrative support to the School Improvement Team. You will be the first point of contact for the Team, answering and triaging queries as appropriate, ensuring that all emails and/or calls are responded to in a timely manner. Closing date: 17 July 2023.

Executive Assistant (WeST Learning Institute) - As Executive Assistant (WeST Learning Institute), you will be responsible for the onboarding of Teachers and School Leaders as they register for programmes through the WeST Learning Institute. You will be the first point of contact for programme members, answering and triaging queries as appropriate, ensuring that all emails and/or calls are responded to in a timely manner. Closing date: 17 July 2023.

HR Assistant - Individuals in this role will have an aptitude for resolving day-to-day problems independently, an excellent understanding and working knowledge of HR related administration and be open to developing a base-line knowledge of routine employee relations issues related to their areas of work. They will also be committed to working to Trust values and developing professional practice excellence to meet the changing demands of the role and as part of a team. Closing date: 24 July 2023. 

For more information on the above vacancies, please click here.