Training/Event 

Overview 

Date 

Time 

Format 

Healthy Workplaces Workshop 

This workshop explores how employers can support staff health and well-being and the benefits for staff retention and reduced sickness. 

Outcomes: 

·                     Understand the link between workplace well-being and productivity. 

·                     Learn practical strategies to promote employee health. 

·                     Discover ways to improve staff retention through well-being initiatives. 

·                     Gain tools to reduce staff sickness and associated costs. 

Build a healthier, more engaged workforce. 

Link to poster:Healthy Workplace Workshop April 2025.pdf 

10/04/25 

10am - 12pm 

Online via Teams 

Developing a Health and Safety Policy for Your VCSE Organisation 

Overview: This 2-hour workshop will equip participants with an understanding of the steps required to create a Health and Safety Policy for their VCSE organisation. It will introduce legal obligations and help you to understand Health & Safety policy in this short interactive session. 

Learning Outcomes: 

By the end of the session, participants will: 

• Understand the purpose and importance of a health and safety policy. 

• Recognise key legal and moral responsibilities for VCSE organisations. 

• Be introduced to the structure and content of a health and safety policy. 

• Be introduced to risk assessment and next steps. 

Link to poster:Developing a Health and Safety Policy for Your VCSE Organisation.png 

28/04/25 

10am - 12pm  

Online via zoom 

HR & Management Tools Workshop 

This workshop provides an overview of HR tools to support staff and volunteers, covering safer recruitment, onboarding, probation, supervision, performance management, and exit interviews, all aimed at improving communication and support between staff and managers. 

Outcomes: 

·                     Understand key HR processes to support employees and volunteers. 

·                     Learn effective practices for recruitment, onboarding, and supervision. 

·                     Develop skills in managing performance and conducting meaningful evaluations. 

·                     Gain insights into fostering clear communication between staff and managers. 

Build a supportive and productive work environment. 

Link to poster:HR \u0026 Management workshop May 2025.pdf 

13/05/25 

1pm - 3pm (TBC) 

Online via Teams 

Governance Workshop 
 

This workshop highlights the importance of good governance in effectively managing your VCSE (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise) organisations. 

Outcomes: 

·                     Understand the key principles of effective governance. 

·                     Learn how governance impacts the management and success of your organisation. 

·                     Gain insights into roles and responsibilities of board members and trustees. 

·                     Discover strategies for maintaining transparency and accountability. 

Improve organisational effectiveness through strong governance practices. 

Link to poster:Governance Workshop.May 2025.pdf 

27/05/25 

10am - 11am 

Online via Teams 

Bernard Sunley Foundation Virtual Funding Session  

Bernard Sunley Foundation are a family grant making foundation which supports charities in England and Wales working to raise the quality of life and provide greater opportunities for the young, the elderly, the disabled and the disadvantaged. 

The Foundation has awarded over £136 million in grants since it was established in 1960. Each year they give just over £4 million to capital projects that deliver a real community focus or provide facilities to support those in need. 

This session will provide information on the funds they have currently available, how to apply and there will be an opportunity for you to ask questions. 

Link to poster:Meet the Funder - Bernard Sunley.May 2025.pdf 

Link to evaluation Survey:

29/05/25 

10am - 11am 

Online via Teams 

Health and Safety Workshop 

This brief workshop covers key health and safety aspects and risk management training. 

Outcomes: 

·                     Understand essential health and safety regulations. 

·                     Learn how to identify and manage workplace risks. 

·                     Gain skills in creating a safer work environment. 

·                     Understand the importance of compliance and risk mitigation. 

Enhance awareness of health and safety responsibilities. 

Link to poster:Health and Safety Workshop June 2025.pdf 

10/06/25 

9:30 - 10:30 am 

Online Via Teams 

Sir James Knott Virtual Funding Session 

The primary objective of the Sir James Knott Trust is to help improve the conditions of people living and working in the Northeast of England. In the last financial year, the Sir James Knott Trust made grants to the value of £2.3m. The Trust funded 355 organisations who went on to support people across Tyne & Wear 

This session will provide information on the funds they have currently available, how to apply and there will be an opportunity for you to ask questions.  

Link to poster:Meet the Funder - Sir James Knott.June 2025.pdf 

11/06/25 

10 - 11am 

Online Via Teams