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This course will give you some hints and tips on how to prepare for your next interview, and will guide you through the preparation process, the interview itself and then what generally happens afterwards.

This is a self-study course that you can work through at your own pace.

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In stressful times it’s important to find different tools that can support you to manage your own wellbeing. There is an increasing body of evidence which shows the link between writing as a therapeutic practice and enhanced wellbeing. This course is intended to give you an overview of different methods and formats you can use to develop a journaling practice that works for you. You can work through it at your own pace or in small groups where you may wish to do this with colleagues.

This online course covers the different ways to journal, including with paper and pen or online methods and techniques which may be creative and expressive or fact based documentation. It also includes the benefits of savouring positive emotions through reminding, reinforcing and recording events. There will be exercises you can try for yourself and wellbeing tools. This course includes the five ways of wellbeing, which has a scientific basis and is endorsed by the NHS, it also includes the PERMA model from positive psychology and happiness habits both containing the elements which have been scientifically proven to boost levels of happiness.

In stressful times it’s important to find different tools that can support you to manage your own wellbeing. There is an increasing body of evidence which shows the link between writing as a therapeutic practice and enhanced wellbeing. This course is intended to give you an overview of different methods and formats you can use to develop a journaling practice that works for you. You can work through it at your own pace or in small groups where you may wish to do this with colleagues.

This online course covers the different ways to journal, including with paper and pen or online methods and techniques which may be creative and expressive or fact based documentation. It also includes the benefits of savouring positive emotions through reminding, reinforcing and recording events. There will be exercises you can try for yourself and wellbeing tools. This course includes the five ways of wellbeing, which has a scientific basis and is endorsed by the NHS, it also includes the PERMA model from positive psychology and happiness habits both containing the elements which have been scientifically proven to boost levels of happiness.

In stressful times it’s important to find different tools that can support you to manage your own wellbeing. There is an increasing body of evidence which shows the link between writing as a therapeutic practice and enhanced wellbeing. This course is intended to give you an overview of different methods and formats you can use to develop a journaling practice that works for you. You can work through it at your own pace or in small groups where you may wish to do this with colleagues.

This online course covers the different ways to journal, including with paper and pen or online methods and techniques which may be creative and expressive or fact based documentation. It also includes the benefits of savouring positive emotions through reminding, reinforcing and recording events. There will be exercises you can try for yourself and wellbeing tools. This course includes the five ways of wellbeing, which has a scientific basis and is endorsed by the NHS, it also includes the PERMA model from positive psychology and happiness habits both containing the elements which have been scientifically proven to boost levels of happiness.

This online course is for all professionals to increase awareness of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Questioning+ (LGBTQ+) language, culture and histories. The course will give you increased knowledge of LGBTQ+ equalities and discrimination. Through exploring the links between discrimination and health inequalities you will gain an insight into the challenges of coming out to professionals when accessing services. The course focuses on the impact of language and making assumptions to help you to reflect on best practice. Further information, advice and resources are included for those who would like to read further on any of the topics covered. If you require this course in a different format please contact the Workforce Development team (hrworkforcedevelopment@southglos.gov.uk)

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This online course is for all professionals to increase awareness of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Questioning+ (LGBTQ+) language, culture and histories. The course will give you increased knowledge of LGBTQ+ equalities and discrimination. Through exploring the links between discrimination and health inequalities you will gain an insight into the challenges of coming out to professionals when accessing services. The course focuses on the impact of language and making assumptions to help you to reflect on best practice. Further information, advice and resources are included for those who would like to read further on any of the topics covered. If you require this course in a different format please contact the Workforce Development team (hrworkforcedevelopment@southglos.gov.uk)

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This online course is intended to give you an overview of the main people management responsibilities within the council and will take around an hour to complete. You can come back to this e-module at any time. After completing this module you will be able to: Identify the role of managers within the council; Understand the requirements of managers; Know the steps to manage performance within the council; Be aware of the range of relevant policies and procedures; Be confident in knowing where you can access help and support; Know how to assess your own strengths and weaknesses and to manage your own personal development.

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This online course is intended to give you an overview of the main people management responsibilities within the council and will take around an hour to complete. You can come back to this e-module at any time. After completing this module you will be able to: Identify the role of managers within the council; Understand the requirements of managers; Know the steps to manage performance within the council; Be aware of the range of relevant policies and procedures; Be confident in knowing where you can access help and support; Know how to assess your own strengths and weaknesses and to manage your own personal development.

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This online course is intended to give you an overview of the main people management responsibilities within the council and will take around an hour to complete. You can come back to this e-module at any time. After completing this module you will be able to: Identify the role of managers within the council; Understand the requirements of managers; Know the steps to manage performance within the council; Be aware of the range of relevant policies and procedures; Be confident in knowing where you can access help and support; Know how to assess your own strengths and weaknesses and to manage your own personal development.

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This online course will consider your role in leading change, the forces and nature of change in the organisation and strategic and operational approaches to leading change. We will consider the psychology of change and the impact of change on different individuals and how as a manager you need to work with individuals to process and adapt to change. We will also consider your relationship with stakeholders through change and the importance of good resource management in dealing with changing demands and requirements on your service.

This is a self-study course that you can work through at your own pace.

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