E-Bulletin - April 2009
April 09 E-Bulletin contents page
Training
- T3SC's April and May Training
- Volunteer Centre Training
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Tameside
Safeguarding Children
Board (TSBC)
Course Dates - Topaz at Mind courses
T3SC
April and May Training
April
Demystifying Commissioning
21 April, 10am—1pm at T3SC
Training to help you become more competitive at winning
tenders. Getting to grips with the basics
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What do the terms commissioning and procurement mean?
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How and where to find tender opportunities.
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What you’ll need to think about as an organisation.
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How to get started.
Introduction to being on a management
committee
29 April, 10am—2.30pm at T3SC
A one-day course covering the roles and responsibilities of
a committee, the Chair, Treasurer, Secretary and other
committee members and how to run successful meetings.
A great course for anyone who is new to committees or
someone who wants refresher course and pick up new
skills and tips!
May
Winning tenders
19 May, 10am—1pm at T3SC
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Tendering tips
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Understand what makes a good answer
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Learn some tips of the trade
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Understand the common pitfalls and how to avoid them
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Get to know the process of tendering in detail and what is expected
Raising your profile- New Date!
26 May, 10am–3pm at Medlock Sports
Centre, Droylsden
Training course on marketing
and publicity – learn how to get your
group noticed, attract new members and supporters.
We cover:
Why marketing is important
Writing press releases—what have you got to say?
Local contacts—what channel can you use to get your
story heard
Tips for radio interviews
Websites—the benefits and how to get a quick easy web
presence
Leaflets—putting together a snappy leaflet
Where?
The session above
will take place at T3SC, St. Michael’s Court, St. Michael’s Square, Stamford
Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6XN
To book contact Dawn or another member of
Support and Development Team on 0161 339 4985 or email
dawn.acton@t3sc.org
Volunteer Centre Training
Learning
Disability Awareness
2 April at
the Volunteer Centre Tameside,
95-97 Penny Meadow, Ashton-under-Lyne
Support and Supervision
May 9 at
the Volunteer Centre Tameside,
95-97 Penny Meadow, Ashton-under-Lyne
The training is free to all voluntary and community sector groups.
To book on the above course, or for more information on this or any other training requirements your organisation may have contact David or Riona on 0161 339 2345.
Tameside
Safeguarding Children
Board (TSBC)
Course Dates
Below is the TSCB training for April
and May:
Child Protection
Awareness ‘Keeping Children Safe’
- Arranged on request.
E Learning – Basic Child Protection Awareness
Application form at
www.tameside.gov.uk/childprotection/training
Self Study by application. Available until 1 July 2009
Working Together to safeguard Children
Module 1: Recognition and Response - 20
and 21 April 2009 and 18
and 19 May 2009
Working Together in Child Protection Planning.
Module 2: (1& ½ days) - 5
and 6 May 2009
Domestic Abuse Awareness - 23 April 2009
and 20 May 2009
Safeguarding Children where there is Domestic Abuse -
12 May 2009
Safeguarding Young People Facing Forced Marriage -
½ day session, 27 April 2009
Basic Substance Misuse Awareness - 13
May 2009
Common Assessment Framework
Practitioner Day - 20
April 2009
Using Common Processes in Meeting Children’s Needs
Practice Workshops, 9am
– 1pm, 12 May 2009
Please see full TSCB programme on website for further details of each
course;
www.tameside.gov.uk/childprotection/training
Topaz at Mind courses

All courses open to adults
aged 16 and over who live in the Tameside and Glossop area.
Courses - £2.50 per session (unless stated below) - All courses to be
pre-booked and paid fully in advance on the first
session. 0161 330 9223;
office@tgmind.co.uk;
www.topaz-ashton.org
Visual Art Course – 3D Newspaper Animals –
Mondays, 2pm-3.30pm (3 weeks with a week off for Easter
Monday) – starts 30 March to 20 April.
Introduction to French – Thursdays, 10.30am-12noon (6 weeks) – starts 23
April to 25 June. Learn French in a relaxed atmosphere covering a variety of
topics. (£1.50/session).
There is also a French course starting this coming week as well for
six weeks in a relaxed atmosphere covering a variety of topics. (£1.50/session)
Sculpture Modelling – Fridays, 1-2.30pm (8 weeks) – starts 17 April to 5
June. Work on producing your own sculpture models.
Either bring your own ideas or chose from ideas created by the course
facilitator. All materials
provided.
Complementary Treatments Sessions – 1-3pm. Friday 3 April: Reiki. Friday
24 April: Reflexology. Book ½hr sessions.
Art and Craft – Tuesdays, 10.30am-12.30pm (4 weeks) – starts 24 March to
21 April. Join in, have fun and experiment with any type of art and craft
materials. All materials provided** Name change from Free Style Art to Art and
Craft as there is a larger choice of art related activities, including craft
based activities as well.
Beating the Blues – Thursdays, 4.30-5.30pm
or 5.30-6.30pm (9 weeks). Computer based self help
programme for mild depression and anxiety. (free)
Legs, Bums and Tums (Aerobics) – Mondays, 1.30-2.30pm – 23 March onwards.
Get fit and lose weight to music. Join at any time.
Run in conjunction with the Healthy Living Project. (£1.50/session)
Meditation for Life – relaxation – Tuesdays, 1-2pm (6 weeks) – starts 7
April to 12 May. Guided meditations to relive stress
and anxiety with each session focusing on a specific issue e.g. self confidence,
inner peace, self
motivation, etc.
Introduction to Iyengar Yoga – Wednesdays, 2-3.30pm (10 weeks) – starts
15 April to 1 July (no class 27. May). Gentle exercise
at your own pace. Wear loose clothing. All equipment provided.
Contact: 0161 330 9223;
office@tgmind.co.uk;
www.topaz-ashton.org
216-218 Katherine Street, Ashton-under-Lyne. OL6 7AS