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The Prevent Strategy: Practical Tips for Managing Controversial Topics in the Classroom

Education Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

This guide provides advice for educators on how to manage topics such as immigration, terrorism, war, religion and extremism in the classroom.

Dec 10, 2021
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What is the Local Offer?

Education Safeguarding Children SEN Teachers and Parents

The Local Offer was introduced to help improve the lives of children with SEND and their families. Find out how schools can contribute to it here.

Dec 8, 2021
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How to Help a Child With Dyscalculia in the Classroom

Education SEN Teachers and Parents

It is vital that children with dyscalculia are identified and supported as early as possible. Learn about how to support children with dyscalculia here.

Dec 6, 2021
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Christmas Activities for Care Homes

Safeguarding Adults

When it comes to festive events in care homes, there are many different ways to celebrate. Find Christmas activity ideas for care homes here.

Dec 3, 2021
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Guidance on Food Additives Legislation for the UK and EU

Allergens and Food Labelling Food Safety Risk Assessment

It’s essential that you adhere to food additives legislation in the UK and EU. Find guidance on which ingredients are safe and legal here.

Dec 1, 2021
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Online Safety and Harms Quiz

Education Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

As education professionals, you need to feel confident in your knowledge of potential online risks and harms. Test your knowledge in our quiz here.

Nov 29, 2021
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Child Development Quiz

Education Teachers and Parents

It is important to understand exactly what happens during the early stages of a child’s development. Test your knowledge in our child development quiz here.

Nov 26, 2021
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How to Respond to Harmful Sexual Behaviour in Schools

Education Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

It is vital that all school staff know how to recognise harmful sexual behaviour. Find guidance on responding to incidents appropriately and effectively here.

Nov 24, 2021
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How to Become a Bricklayer

Career Development Training

There are a number of steps to take to become a bricklayer. Discover the different routes available and the skills that you may need to pursue this career here.

Nov 22, 2021
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Guidance on Complaints Procedures in Health and Social Care

Safeguarding Adults

Understanding how to deal with complaints in health and social care is essential. Find useful tips to consider when responding to a complaint here.

Nov 19, 2021
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Understanding the Importance of Motivation in Education

Education Teachers and Parents

Motivation in education is an essential ingredient in effective teaching and learning. Find guidance on promoting positive behaviour here.

Nov 17, 2021
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Food Allergen Risk Assessment & Checklist: Free Templates

Allergens and Food Labelling Food Safety Risk Assessment

Conducting an allergen risk assessment is a key way to ensure you are complying with regulations. Download your risk assessment and allergen checklist here.

Nov 15, 2021
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Understanding Factors Affecting the Shelf Life of Food Products

Allergens and Food Labelling Food Safety Nutrition

All food has a shelf life, whether it’s fresh, perishable, or non-perishable. Learn more on the factors affecting shelf life here.

Nov 12, 2021
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School Food Standards: Free Checklist

Allergens and Food Labelling Food Safety Nutrition Teachers and Parents

School meals are an important part of a child’s diet. Find guidance on how you can meet the school meal standards and download a free checklist here.

Nov 10, 2021
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Hypoglycemia Awareness: Guidance on Diabetes Complications

Hypoglycemia often affects people with diabetes and happens when the blood sugar levels drop too low. We outline the symptoms and the main causes here.

Nov 8, 2021
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How to Support Children With Speech, Language, and Communication Needs

Education Teachers and Parents

Speech, language, and communication needs can have a huge impact on a child’s life and future outcomes. Find out how to support SLCN here.

Nov 5, 2021
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Transferable Skills: What Are They and Why Are They Important?

Career Development Leadership and Management Recruitment Training

Transferable skills are vital in today’s fast-changing jobs market. Learn about how to demonstrate your own transferable skills when applying for jobs here.

Nov 3, 2021
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Using Technology in Health and Social Care

Safeguarding Adults

There are many different types of technology in health and social care. Our article examines the benefits and how they’re used in healthcare.

Nov 1, 2021
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Manual Handling Weight Limits: What are the Safe Lifting Guidelines and Techniques?

Manual Handling Workplace Safety

Manual handling is one of the primary causes of workplace accidents. We outline manual handling weight limits and safe zones for men and women here.

Oct 29, 2021
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Curiosity Approach in Early Years: Importance and Ideas

Early Years Education Teachers and Parents

The Curiosity Approach is a creative and innovative method of supporting child development in the early years. Learn about how it works here.

Oct 27, 2021
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