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SUMMARY:New to being an RE Subject Lead
DESCRIPTION:This practical and supportive training day is designed for new or recently appointed Religious Education (RE) leads in schools. It provides a clear introduction to the responsibilities of subject leadership and will allow time to reflect on your own context. \nYou will explore the distinctive role of RE in church schools\, including SIAMS expectations\, explore locally agreed syllabi as well as the current pedagogical best practice and look at resources that can support teaching and learning across your school. \nThere will be opportunities to review your current provision\, consider assessment\, and begin developing an action plan\, leaving you feeling more confident and equipped to lead RE in your setting.  \n\n\n\nSeptember 25th from 9am-4pm at Flourish House\, Wells. \n\n\n\nCost is £25 per person. \n\n\n\nBooking available here
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/new-to-being-an-re-subject-lead/
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SUMMARY:Life to the Max 2026
DESCRIPTION:We recognise growing up in a clergy family is a unique experience and are keen to support those young people and their parents through fun and friendship at our a \n\n\n\nLife to the Max\n\n\n\nLife to the Max is our outdoor activity-based residential weekend for young people from clergy families\, aged 11-17 (school years 7 – 13) run together with the Diocese of Bristol. It is an opportunity for young people from clergy families to enjoy a range of fun outdoor activities and meet other young people who live in a similar context to them. \n\n\n\nDates for 2026: 25th September to 27th SeptemberTo Book Life to the Max 2026 \n\n\n\nRead more about Life to the Max in 2025!
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/life-to-the-max-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T093000
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SUMMARY:Churchwardens' Day
DESCRIPTION:The second of our two Churchwardens’ days\, providing information\, resources and an opportunity to connect with others – lunch included! \n\n\n\nPlease register for this event via the online form linked here. Registrations will close on Friday 18 September. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/churchwardens-day-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T140000
DTSTAMP:20260917T121848Z
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SUMMARY:Heads and Chairs termly online briefing
DESCRIPTION:Termly update for leaders in church schools and academies. We invite the Headteachers\, Senior Leaders and Chairs of Governors of all our Church schools to attend a briefing led by members of our Senior Leadership Team\, School Advisers from Bath and Wells Education Department and invited speakers. These briefing events are an opportunity to hear updates from us about what we are working on alongside our local authority colleagues and MATs\, and to hear updates about any changes on a national level. There is a different agenda each term\, covering a variety of subjects\, ranging from the statutory to the inspirational. As well as input and updates from us\, at these events there is the opportunity for Heads and Chairs to meet together and share ideas. We welcome and encourage you to give us feedback on your experiences and how we can support you and your Church school. \n\n\n\nLocation\nOnline via Zoom  \n\n\n\nCost\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nFor further information please contact Felicity Cobley\, email: felicity.cobley@bathwells.anglican.org \nRegistration\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/heads-and-chairs-termly-online-briefing/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T190000
DTSTAMP:20260917T121955Z
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SUMMARY:Heads and Chairs termly online briefing
DESCRIPTION:Termly update for leaders in church schools and academies. We invite the Headteachers\, Senior Leaders and Chairs of Governors of all our Church schools to attend a briefing led by members of our Senior Leadership Team\, School Advisers from Bath and Wells Education Department and invited speakers. These briefing events are an opportunity to hear updates from us about what we are working on alongside our local authority colleagues and MATs\, and to hear updates about any changes on a national level. There is a different agenda each term\, covering a variety of subjects\, ranging from the statutory to the inspirational. As well as input and updates from us\, at these events there is the opportunity for Heads and Chairs to meet together and share ideas. We welcome and encourage you to give us feedback on your experiences and how we can support you and your Church school. \n\n\n \nLocation\nOnline via Zoom  \n\n\n \nCost\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nContact\n\n\n \nFor further information please contact Felicity Cobley\, email: felicity.cobley@bathwells.anglican.org \nRegistration\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/heads-and-chairs-termly-online-briefing-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261003T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261003T123000
DTSTAMP:20260812T121807Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Readers' Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:This study morning will be held at Flourish House\, Wells\, prior to the Annual Readers’ Service at Wells Cathedral. \n\n\n\nPlease register for this event via the online form linked here. Registration will close on Sunday 27 September to enable everyone to be catered for.
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/annual-readers-day-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261006T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261006T193000
DTSTAMP:20260917T092530Z
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SUMMARY:Church School Governance for Members and Trustees
DESCRIPTION:An introduction to governance as a Trustee or a Member within a Multi-Academy Trust. Suitable for those who have been newly appointed\, or those looking for a refresher\, and who would like to know more about their strategic responsibility for governance across their trust. The session will be facilitated by members of the Education team and will include content specific to the following areas: \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction/update to MAT board governance\nReview of the legal documents\, including Articles\, MOU\, Scheme of Delegation and CSA \nStrategic responsibilities\nFoundation representation – what this means and why it’s important\nThe unique role of the foundation trustee\nVision and ethos \nRole in SIAMS – monitoring the schools’ progress\nExpectations for collective worship \n\nLocation\nOnline via Zoom  \n\n\n\nCost\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\nContact\nFor further information please contact Josie Halla\, email: josie.halla@bathwells.anglican.org \nRegistration\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/church-school-governance-for-members-and-trustees/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261007T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261007T141500
DTSTAMP:20260812T121821Z
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SUMMARY:Confirmation Course webinar
DESCRIPTION:‘Confirmation’ is a new resource funded by the Archbishops Council’s Partnership\, and delivered by Youthscape.  A full free set of resources is now available to download by visiting the Youthscape website.   \n\n\n\nThe brand-new course supports and prepares young people journeying towards confirmation and provides leaders with a well-rounded suite of flexible resources from which to build a bespoke course that’s right for their group and setting. \n\n\n\nGrounded in evidence and research\, the course has been through a rigorous development process and has been created in consultation with bishop’s\, clergy (including Launchpad participants) and of course young people themselves. \n\n\n\nIn addition to the information on the website\, you can also find out more by attending a webinar during which the team will introduce the course and take questions. The webinar is for anyone (laity\, staff\, or clergy) interested in finding out more about the course and how it might be used in their setting. Two dates are available: \n\n\n\n\n	Tuesday 15 September 2026 – 1.30pm (45 mins)\n	Wednesday 7 October 2026 – 1.30pm (45 mins)\n\n\n\n\nTo register\, please email jemimah.allen@youthscape.co.uk with: \n\n\n\n\n	Your name and role\n	Your parish name and code (Or diocese name if diocesan staff)\n	Which webinar you would like to attend (15/09/26 or 07/10/26)\n	Any specific questions or area you would like us to cover during the webinar.
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/confirmation-course-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261010T160000
DTSTAMP:20260812T121809Z
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SUMMARY:Money Matters training days
DESCRIPTION:There are two opportunities this year to gather all those involved in money matters across our diocese\, from Treasurers\, to Gift Aid Secretaries\, Planned Giving promoters and everyone in between. These longer sessions will cover a range of topics in relation to giving\, funding and church finances\, the first with a particular focus upon encouraging more generous giving from within existing church membership and\, the second\, how to appeal to the wider community. \n\n\n\nEach day will run on a Saturday from 10:00 -16:00 at Flourish House\, Wells\, with more general content shared in the morning and smaller workshop sessions\, focused on more specific topics\, following a light lunch.  \n\n\n\nBook your place!\n\n\n\n\n	Saturday\, 20 June 2026 – Growing generous disciples\n	Saturday\, 10 October 2026 – Impact and invitation: Engaging your community
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/money-matters-training-days-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261012T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261012T193000
DTSTAMP:20260917T091421Z
CREATED:20260812T121815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T091421Z
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SUMMARY:Foundation Governor Autumn Forum
DESCRIPTION:Our termly Governors’ Forum is aimed at all those serving as governors in our church schools and has been designed with a view to providing attendees with the opportunity to network\, share best practice and hear about any hot topics. Each forum will have a theme\, often with a guest speaker\, as well as time for that valuable networking opportunity.   \n\n\n\nLocationOnline via Zoom  \n\n\n\nCostFree \n\n\n\n\n\nContactFor further information please contact Josie Halla\, email: josie.halla@bathwells.anglican.org \nRegistration\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/foundation-governor-autumn-forum/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260812T121807Z
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SUMMARY:Engaging with difficult conversations
DESCRIPTION:This event is for incumbents only. \n\n\n\nLiz Griffiths joins us from Bridge Builders\, to lead this one day session to to handle difficult conversations with resilience and confidence. \n\n\n\nThe training will take place at Flourish House\, Wells. To avoid disappointment\, please ensure this event is intended for you prior to booking. If you are unsure\, please contact training@bathwells.anglican.org for clarification. \n\n\n\nPlease register for this event via the online form linked here. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/engaging-with-difficult-conversations/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260812T121820Z
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SUMMARY:Lay Worship Assistant course - part 1 of 3
DESCRIPTION:A course for those wishing to become Lay Worship Assistants. Day one of a three part course held at Flourish House\, Wells BA5 1FD. \n\n\n\nPart two wil be held on Thursday 29 October and part three on Thursday 12 November. \n\n\n\nPlease register using the online form linked here. If you require any further information\, please contact training@bathwells.anglican.org
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/lay-worship-assistant-course-part-1-of-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261021T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261021T193000
DTSTAMP:20260917T094320Z
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SUMMARY:SIAMS for Governors
DESCRIPTION:SIAMS is the Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools. This is also known as a Section 48 inspection. This webinar is for all governors of church schools and trustees who work as part of a church or mixed trust. It will also be helpful for any headteachers\, RE lead\, collective worship leads and anyone else who leads on the Christian character of a church school or trust who haven’t attended our SIAMS cycle training. In this session we will explore the new 2023 SIAMS Framework. \nTopics to be covered: •    What the 2023 framework looks like•    The inspection structure and process                                                   •    The importance of Christian vision                                                                                                  •    The six/seven Inspection Questions                                                            •    The judgments                                                                                                                                     •    Self-evaluations\, evidence and how to prepare \n\n\n\nLocation\nOnline via Zoom \n\n\n\nCost\nThere is no charge for this event \n\n\n\n\n\nContact\nFor further information please contact Felicity Cobley\, email: felicity.cobley@bathwells.anglican.org \nRegistration\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/siams-for-governors/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261029T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260812T121820Z
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SUMMARY:Lay Worship Assistants course - part 2 of 3
DESCRIPTION:A course for those wishing to become Lay Worship Assistants. Day two of a three part course held at Flourish House\, Wells BA5 1FD. \n\n\n\nPart one wil be held on Thursday 15 October and part three on Thursday 12 November. \n\n\n\nPlease register using the online form linked here. If you require any further information\, please contact training@bathwells.anglican.org
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/lay-worship-assistants-course-part-2-of-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T193000
DTSTAMP:20260917T093332Z
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SUMMARY:Church School Governance for Renewing Governors
DESCRIPTION:A session designed to provide a refresher for experienced foundation representatives in maintained and academy schools. It is a compulsory module for renewing foundation governors. This session will cover: \n\n\n\n\nA brief update on the team and any recent new initiatives\nAnswering any questions foundation governors may have\nUpdates and discussion on a range of subjects relevant to the foundation governor\, including  SIAMs\, governor monitoring\, environment\, recruiting governors and building diverse boards \nQuestion and answer session\nBreakout rooms with themed discussions\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nOnline via Zoom  \n\n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nFor further information please contact Josie Halla\, email: josie.halla@bathwells.anglican.org \nRegistration\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n    \n\n\n        \n        \n        \n\n\n \n 
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/church-school-governance-for-renewing-governors/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261104T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261104T133000
DTSTAMP:20260812T121809Z
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SUMMARY:Midweek Money Matters chat
DESCRIPTION:Let’s talk – join us for one of our new online Midweek Money Matters chats\n\n\n\nMembers of the Finance and Giving and Funding teams will be hosting four lunchtime Question and Answer sessions during 2026 for anyone with a question about church money. You can submit your questions in advance\, or during the sessions.  \n\n\n\nThe Wednesday sessions will take place via Zoom between 12:30 and 13:30 on 11 March\, 3 June\, 9 September and 4 November. \n\n\n\nJoin the chat and find out how other parishes are tackling similar challenges and making the most of new opportunities\, or just get the answer to a question you have about anything church money related. To register\, simply click on one or more of the booking links below: \n\n\n\n\n	3 June 2026\n	9 September 2026\n	4 November 2026
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/midweek-money-matters-chat-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261104T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261104T173000
DTSTAMP:20260917T144916Z
CREATED:20260812T121812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T144916Z
UID:1499-1793808000-1793813400@bathandwells.org.uk
SUMMARY:Collective Worship training and guidance
DESCRIPTION:This Collective Worship training is for governors\, clergy and staff who are involved in leading\, developing\, and monitoring collective worship in their schools. It aims to provide the opportunity for you to explore good practice in planning\, resourcing and monitoring collective worship in your school or trust and to share ideas with colleagues. Areas to be covered include: \n\n\n\nWhat does good collective worship look like? Collective Worship Guidance and Policy Planning collective worship Resources for collective worship Monitoring collective worship  SIAMS change to IQ3 \nLocationOnline via Zoom  \n\n\n\nCostThere is no charge for this course \n\n\n\n\n\nContact \nFor further information please email: felicitycobley@bathwells.anglican.org \nRegistration \n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/collective-worship-training-and-guidance/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261105T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261105T160000
DTSTAMP:20260812T121807Z
CREATED:20260812T121807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T121807Z
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SUMMARY:Caring for the bereaved and supporting funeral ministry
DESCRIPTION:For clergy\, Readers and Funeral Ministers\n\n\n\nFurther details to follow. \n\n\n\nTo avoid disappointment\, please ensure this event is intended for you prior to booking. If you are unsure\, please contact training@bathwells.anglican.org for clarification. \n\n\n\nPlease register for this event via the online booking form linked here. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/caring-for-the-bereaved-and-supporting-funeral-ministry/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261105T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261105T190000
DTSTAMP:20260812T121812Z
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UID:1497-1793887200-1793905200@bathandwells.org.uk
SUMMARY:Newly appointed School Leaders welcome.
DESCRIPTION:Come to Flourish House\, Wells\, on 5th November for afternoon tea and an induction with the Education department. Followed by Evensong at Wells Cathedral\, a reception and welcome with the Bishop of Bath and Wells at the Bishops Palace. \n\n\n\nBooking Available here \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/newly-appointed-school-leaders-welcome/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261109T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261109T153000
DTSTAMP:20260812T121808Z
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SUMMARY:Rural Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:Our annual Rural Forum will take place at Bagley Baptist Church\, near Wedmore. \n\n\n\nFurther details will be released in 2026. \n\n\n\nPlease note this a is change in date to that previously advertised.
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/rural-forum-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T113000
DTSTAMP:20260910T183530Z
CREATED:20260812T121816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T183530Z
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SUMMARY:Church School Governance
DESCRIPTION:This training session is for those governing in a school based governing body.  It is suitable for anyone involved in governance at that level whether academy or maintained. \nThe course covers the importance of good governance in any school\, focusing on key governor activities. It will also cover key areas that are unique in a church school. This session will provide participants with practical knowledge they can apply to their setting. \nPlease note: this course is mandatory for all newly appointed foundation representatives in a school based governing body. We use the term governors as a generic term\, your trust or school may use another term \nLocation\nOnline via Zoom  \nCost\nFree \nRegistration\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n    \n\n\n        \n        \n        \n\n\n\nWho to contact\nFor further information please email: josie.halla@bathwells.anglican.org
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/church-school-governance/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T120000
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SUMMARY:Theological conversations
DESCRIPTION:Why art matters\n\n\n\nLed by Gill sakakini\, pioneer Priest for the Arts. \n\n\n\nThe Theological Conversations group is open to anyone who has an interest in engaging in some theological thinking about a wider range of issues. Each month we are led in our conversations by a different speaker. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to attend\, please contact Graham and Mary Witts.
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/theological-conversations-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T193000
DTSTAMP:20260910T182324Z
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SUMMARY:Church School Governance
DESCRIPTION:This training session is for those governing in a school based governing body.  It is suitable for anyone involved in governance at that level whether academy or maintained. \nThe course covers the importance of good governance in any school\, focusing on key governor activities. It will also cover key areas that are unique in a church school. This session will provide participants with practical knowledge they can apply to their setting. \n\n\n\nPlease note: this course is mandatory for all newly appointed foundation representatives in a school based governing body.  We use the term governors as a generic term\, your trust or school may use another term \n\n\n\nLocation\nOnline via Zoom  \n\n\n\nCost\nFree \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n    \n\n\n        \n        \n         \n\n\n\nContact\nFor further information please email: josie.halla@bathwells.anglican.org
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/church-school-governance-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261112T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260812T121820Z
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SUMMARY:Lay Worship Assistants course - part 3 of 3
DESCRIPTION:A course for those wishing to become Lay Worship Assistants. Day three of a three part course held at Flourish House\, Wells BA5 1FD. \n\n\n\nPart one wil be held on Thursday 15 October and part two on Thursday 29 October. \n\n\n\nPlease register using the online form linked here. If you require any further information\, please contact training@bathwells.anglican.org
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/lay-worship-assistants-course-part-3-of-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261118T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261118T193000
DTSTAMP:20260917T093715Z
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SUMMARY:Clerks Autumn Forum
DESCRIPTION:Our Clerks’ Forum is held once every long term to provide an opportunity for networking and to discuss key issues facing Clerks.   \n\n\n\nHear from speakers chosen by discussions in previous forums \nFocused briefings specifically for Clerks from the Diocesan team\, often on subjects requested at previous forums \nOpportunities to share best practice \nThis will not be training nor is it intended to compete with local authority briefings. It will be a facilitated opportunity for clerks to engage with each other. \n\n\n\nLocation\nOnline via Zoom  \n\n\n\nCost\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\nContact\nFor further information please contact Josie Halla\, email: josie.halla@bathwells.anglican.org \nRegistration\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/clerks-autumn-forum/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T193000
DTSTAMP:20260917T124153Z
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UID:1522-1795111200-1795116600@bathandwells.org.uk
SUMMARY:Members' Annual Forum
DESCRIPTION:An annual opportunity for the Diocesan Corporate Member (DCM) representative and the Foundation Member(s) to meet online with Education Department colleagues to discuss their role\, share best practise and hear any Diocesan or national updates pertaining to the role. Our aim is for each Trust to be represented in this forum so there is a shared understanding of this level of governance within a Trust\, this is perhaps the  least recognised but the most significant layer of governance as the final safeguard if governance fails. \n\n\n\nLocation\nOnline via Zoom  \n\n\n\nCost\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\nContact\nFor further information please contact Josie Halla\, email: josie.halla@bathwells.anglican.org \nRegistration\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n    \n\n\n        \n        \n        \n 
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/members-annual-forum/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261120T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261120T153000
DTSTAMP:20260812T121812Z
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SUMMARY:Leading Schools with purpose and joy\, don't be boiling frog
DESCRIPTION:We want to support school leaders in rediscovering the joy in their vocation and flourish in their roles. Working in schools in the current climate is challenging\, leading others in this context even more so. Within these days we will provide you with a supportive\, safe\, environment; space and time for school leaders to share and learn from one another. We will also be inviting expert or experienced practitioners from a range of backgrounds to speak into this space. Ultimately\, we want to resource you\, so you might resource others across your own teams. This event is specifically for head teachers/executive heads/heads of school. These days are for both those who joined us in 2025/26 and for those who didn’t – we are preparing some fresh content and ideas for the 2026/27 academic year. Sign up for one or both of the free events. Confirmation will be sent out within 7 working days of booking. \n\n\n\nWhy join us?\nHere’s what one head teacher said last year: \n“Whatever stage you’re at in your headship journey\, there is a great deal to gain from this programme. Whether you’re in your first term as a headteacher or your sixth term in your fifth headship\, every school\, community and leadership role brings different challenges and opportunities.\nAs leaders\, we also change over time. Different stages of life bring different pressures\, priorities and responsibilities. This programme provides valuable time to pause\, reflect and step back from the day-to-day demands of school life. It gives you the opportunity to consider what you’re trying to achieve\, what is working well and where you could improve\, while leaving with practical strategies to support your leadership. By investing some time in yourself\, you’ll become a stronger leader. I cannot recommend this training highly enough.” \n\n\n\nLocation\nFlourish House\, Wells \n\n\n\nCost\nFree \n\n\n\nRegistration\nBooking available here \n\n\n\nContact\nFor further information please contact  felicitycobley@bathwells.anglican.org
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/leading-schools-with-purpose-and-joy-dont-be-boiling-frog/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261124T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261124T193000
DTSTAMP:20260917T121241Z
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UID:1523-1795543200-1795548600@bathandwells.org.uk
SUMMARY:Trustees Autumn Forum
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity three times a year (two online\, one in person) for Foundation Trustees to meet with Education Department colleagues to discuss their role\, share best practise and hear any Diocesan or national updates pertaining to their role. In the past we have drawn up a Foundation Trustee Role Descriptor\, shared how Foundation Trustees might prepare for SIAMS\, considered how to ensure the whole board is signed up to being part of a mixed Trust and shared how we recruit new Foundation Trustees. This is an interactive forum that we hope each Trust will be represented at to ensure consistency of knowledge and best practise across our Trusts. We always welcome suggestions for topics for discussion or people you would like to speak to this audience. Please liaise with your fellow Foundation Trustees to ensure your Trust is always represented at this forum. \nLocation\nOnline via Zoom \n\n\n\nCost\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\nContact\nFor further information please contact Josie Halla\, email: josie.halla@bathwells.anglican.org \nRegistration\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/trustees-autumn-forum/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261201T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261201T193000
DTSTAMP:20260917T123117Z
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SUMMARY:New Chairs of Governors\, Leading in a Church School
DESCRIPTION:For new and recently appointed Chairs and those who wish to update their knowledge. This course\, written by an experienced Chair of Governors\, will give you all the skills and information you need to get started and be effective immediately. The course will include looking at the key roles and responsibilities of a governing body with specific reference to the Chair’s role. There will be advice and guidance on issues Chairs of Governors find themselves faced with\, including: \n\nManaging your relationship with your head teacher\nHead teacher’s performance management\nLeading a volunteer group\nManaging and working with your clerk\nYour role in preparing for inspections\nEngaging with your parent body and more\n\nThis session is also suitable for Chairs in non-church schools and is complimentary to the sessions run by the local authority. \n\n\n\nLocation\nOnline via Zoom \n\n\n\nCost\nFree \n\n\n\n\n\nContact\nFor further information please contact Josie Halla\, email: Josie.halla@bathwells.anglican.org \nRegistration\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/new-chairs-of-governors-leading-in-a-church-school/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270121T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260812T121812Z
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SUMMARY:Heads and Chairs termly online briefing
DESCRIPTION:Termly update for leaders in church schools and academies. We invite the Headteachers\, Senior Leaders and Chairs of Governors of all our Church schools to attend a briefing led by members of our Senior Leadership Team\, School Advisers from Bath and Wells Education Department and invited speakers. These briefing events are an opportunity to hear updates from us about what we are working on alongside our local authority colleagues and MATs\, and to hear updates about any changes on a national level. There is a different agenda each term\, covering a variety of subjects\, ranging from the statutory to the inspirational. As well as input and updates from us\, at these events there is the opportunity for Heads and Chairs to meet together and share ideas. We welcome and encourage you to give us feedback on your experiences and how we can support you and your Church school.\n  \n\n\n\nLocation\nOnline via Zoom  \n\n\n\nCost\nFree \n\n\n\nRegistration \n\n\n\nBooking is available here  \n\n\n\nContact \n\n\n\nFor further information please contact Felicity Cobley\, email: felicity.cobley@bathwells.anglican.org
URL:https://bathandwells.org.uk/event/heads-and-chairs-termly-online-briefing-3/
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