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SUMMARY:Running effective team meetings
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nRunning and chairing meetings is a core responsibility for school leaders — and when done well\, meetings can drive collaboration\, clarity\, and action. This interactive webinar will explore how effective planning and preparation lay the foundation for meaningful\, outcome-focused meetings. \nWe’ll consider strategies for encouraging active participation\, navigating differing viewpoints\, and fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment. Through real-life examples\, we’ll also examine common challenges faced when leading meetings and offer practical approaches to overcome them. \nLearning outcomes: \n• Plan and structure team meetings for maximum impact\n• Facilitate inclusive\, engaging\, and productive discussions\n• Confidently manage diverse personalities and navigate conflict\n• Identify and address common pitfalls in meeting dynamics. \nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nKate Simlett\, Deputy Head (Pastoral)\, Tudor Hall School \nKate has been working in all girls and co-educational independent boarding and day schools for 26 years.   Positions held previously by Kate include teacher of PE and PSHE\, Head of Girls Games\, Head of Sport\, Senior Housemistress and Director of Wellbeing. Kate is currently the Deputy Head Pastoral\,  DSL and Head of Boarding in an all girls’ independent boarding and day school\, and has held this position for 7 years. During this time\, Kate has become a lead Safeguarding Trainer for the local authority and has implemented and delivers an in-house safeguarding training programme within her current school. Alongside this work\, Kate leads and coordinates the school’s bespoke overseas volunteering programme which supports two schools\, one in South Africa and one in India. Kate is also an ISI Team Inspector. Kate is currently completing a course in Fundamental Coaching Skills.
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/running-effective-team-meetings/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261012T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261012T113000
DTSTAMP:20260814T085611Z
CREATED:20260619T155330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T085611Z
UID:5850-1791797400-1791804600@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:How to move from middle to senior leadership
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £135\n📍 Online \n\nCourse Outline: \nStepping up from middle to senior leadership is both an exciting opportunity and a significant career transition. This interactive seminar is designed to help you navigate the process with confidence. \nThe session will guide you through crafting a standout application and offer practical advice to enhance your chances of being shortlisted. While leadership interviews vary between schools\, many common elements can be anticipated and prepared for. From data tasks and in-tray exercises to presentation tips and frequently asked questions\, this seminar will provide valuable insights to help you feel ready and self-assured. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nReflect on whether a move into senior leadership aligns with your goals and strengths\nUnderstand what makes a leadership application successful and how to structure yours effectively\nGain practical strategies for preparing for different components of a leadership interview.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker:
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/how-to-move-from-middle-to-senior-leadership-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T123000
DTSTAMP:20260814T085654Z
CREATED:20260721T083903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T085654Z
UID:5852-1792063800-1792067400@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Crisis management
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nCrises can take many forms in a school setting\, and the ability to respond swiftly\, calmly\, and effectively is essential for safeguarding pupils\, staff\, and the wider school community. This webinar is designed to equip boarding and leadership teams with the practical knowledge and confidence needed to manage a range of unexpected situations. \nThrough clear guidance and scenario-based learning\, the session will explore different types of crises and appropriate responses\, outline vital procedures and protocols\, and highlight the importance of clear communication. The session will also focus on developing the calm\, composed mindset needed to lead others through challenging situations with assurance and resilience. \nTraining topics: \n\nIdentifying different types of crises and appropriate response strategies\nEstablishing and following clear procedures and emergency protocols\nEffective communication during a crisis: internal and external messaging\nTechniques for maintaining calm and confident leadership under pressure.\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\nGain practical tools and frameworks for crisis preparedness and response\nEnhance confidence in managing real-time incidents in the school context\nUnderstand the importance of communication and leadership in maintaining safety and stability\nStrengthen resilience and readiness within boarding and leadership teams\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers: \nBart Wielenga\, Head\, Blundell’s School \nBart started his career in South Africa and taught at Michaelhouse before moving to Wellington College where he was Head of Economics and a Housemaster. He moved to Blundell’s in 2012\, as Second Master\, and became Head in 2018. He is due to return to Michaelhouse as Rector in 2026. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/crisis-management-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T153000
DTSTAMP:20260706T152128Z
CREATED:20260325T140757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T152128Z
UID:5833-1794909600-1794929400@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:BSA Autumn Diploma in Boarding Practice – Leadership
DESCRIPTION:We offer a self-funding route for all courses.  We can arrange payment plans for manageable monthly amounts to make training accessible and affordable.  To find out more\, please e-mail Liz McDonald at liz.mcdonald@abitasgroup.com \n\nDiploma in Boarding Practice – Leadership  \n‘As a Head of Boarding\, I enrolled on the course with the aim of furthering my knowledge and experience in residential life; the course did not disappoint. The study days provided a great opportunity to meet fellow boarding colleagues and discuss areas of best practice and engage in discussions on contemporary topics. The assignments were varied and included assessed presentations and written work. Each assignment had a clear success criteria and a BSA tutor was on hand to provided support and guidance if required.   \nIf you are a practitioner with a number of years of experience and looking to further your qualifications and knowledge base in boarding\, I can highly recommend this course.’ \n– A Diploma level course for senior boarding staff \nThis is a taught course with three study days and three assignments \nThis module is comprised of three tutor-led study days featuring guest speakers\, interactive morning and afternoon sessions. Breakout groups allow for discussion and time with the course tutors. \nBSA Diploma in Boarding Practice – Leadership \nTO BEING YOU QUALIFICATION IN AUTUMN  CLICK HERE \nBSA Autumn Diploma in Boarding Practice – Leadership \n\nDay 1: November 17th\, 2026\nDay 2: March 9th\, 2027\nDay 3: May 19th\, 2027\n\nNumbers on Diploma courses will be limited. Please apply early. \nOur preferred platform for online training is Zoom. \nTimings for each study day:  10:00-15:30 GMT/BST \nAudience:\nThis course is aimed at senior boarding staff.  Candidates may have previously completed the BSA  Advanced Certificate Course and/or being suitably experienced to benefit from this leadership course. \nBSA Diploma in Boarding Practice (Leadership) \nThe BSA Diploma course is designed as a strategic course for senior and experienced school staff looking to gain knowledge of key leadership and management skills required to lead the boarding in their school. \nCourse Outline \n• Strategic aspects of boarding\, including the Statutory Framework \n• Leading the team – how to get the best out of the Boarding Team \n• Managing quality – evaluation and preparing for inspection \n• Managing conflict – a key facet of the senior staff role \n• Staff development  – appraisal and performance management \n• Facing the media – Guest Speaker Steve Dyson\, Dyson Media Ltd \n• Marketing – A whole team approach \nHow is the course organised? \nThe course is organised around a combination of three intensive study days which contain a variety of teaching methods and opportunities to learn in different ways\, which include short lectures\, presentations and discussions led by students\, together with group problem solving exercises and case studies. Group discussion is a particularly important aspect of this course\, enabling delegates to look at the theory in light of their own practical experience. Students will be encouraged to contribute ideas\, opinions and questions\, taking responsibility for their own learning\, whilst contributing to the learning of the group as a whole. The course is run by senior members of the BSA staff and will feature a serving Head of a boarding school and each delegate will have an experienced BSA Tutor who attends the study days. \nCourse Assessment \nAll delegates undertake a SWOT analysis of the boarding provision in their school in which they evaluate\, in detail\, different aspects and contribute towards the development of the provision. From this they undertake three assignments. The first highlights an area for development and they follow this with a 4-minute presentation delivered to the BSA staff and tutors\, as well as other delegates. The final assignment brings together all the work in a 3\,000- 4\,000 word active research project. \nApplications:\nBSA Diploma in Boarding Practice – Leadership \nTO BEING YOU QUALIFICATION IN AUTUMN CLICK HERE \nBSA Autumn Diploma in Boarding Practice – Leadership \n\n\n\nDay 1: November 17th  2026\nDay 2: March 9th \, 2027\nDay 3: May 19th\, 2027\n\n\n\nNumbers on Diploma courses will be limited. Please apply early. \nNB: Please be aware that it is crucial to remain on your assigned course path and tutor group to gain the very best out of your training. Of course\, we understand some things are unavoidable however we cannot guarantee alternative placement days\, and this may incur an admin charge
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/bsa-autumn-diploma-in-boarding-practice-leadership/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accredited
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T110000
DTSTAMP:20260924T104925Z
CREATED:20260721T084647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T104925Z
UID:5858-1795687200-1795690800@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Leading staff investigations and disciplinaries
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n🎧 Deputy Heads\, Assistant Heads\, Heads of boarding\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nThis interaction session will cover key interpersonal skills such as effective communication\, active listening\, negotiation\, and mediation. You’ll learn how to address disagreements productively while strengthening team cohesion and morale. \nWe’ll also take a closer look at managing formal processes\, including staff disciplinaries and workplace investigations. We’ll demonstrate how strong conflict management skills can support procedural fairness\, the preservation of professional relationships\, and become a powerful catalyst for innovation and growth. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nBe able to understand the causes and dynamics of conflict including different conflict resolution models and theories\nDevelop proactive\, effective and constructive conflict resolution skills and recognising the value of different perspectives\nBe confident in leading on staff disciplinaries and investigations both in terms of process and maintaining relationships.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nGaelle Sullivan\, Director of Research\, Inclusion and IELA \nGaelle is Director of Research\, Inclusion and IELA and joined the BSA in January 2023. She is an experienced senior leader and has worked in a range of state and independent schools. She is a qualified SENCO and holds a Masters Degree in Inclusive Education. Prior to joining the BSA\, Gaelle was Deputy Head Pastoral\, DSL and Head of Boarding at an all-girls independent school in the South-East.
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/leading-staff-investigations-and-disciplinaries-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261201T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260814T090012Z
CREATED:20260619T155731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T090012Z
UID:5862-1796126400-1796133600@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Getting the most out of your boarding team
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ Free for TIOB members\, £135 for BSA members\n📍 Online \n\nCourse Outline: \nThe world of work has transformed – and with it\, the demands on leaders. Increased complexity\, rising expectations\, and mounting pressure are now everyday challenges. In response\, many leaders double down on familiar strategies: working harder\, sticking to what they know\, and hoping to weather the storm. \nBut these old patterns are no longer sustainable. Burnout\, turnover\, and mental health issues are reaching critical levels. The truth is simple: what got us here won’t get us where we need to go. \nThis session introduces the essential high-touch leadership skills that will define successful leaders of the future – skills that focus on connection\, resilience\, and conscious self-leadership. \nTraining topics \n\nDeveloping a growth mindset\nManaging stress and sustaining energy\nBuilding emotional literacy\, connection\, and relational depth\nPracticing self-care and honouring personal needs\nTools and techniques to embed these competencies into daily leadership.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nUnderstand the evolving expectations of leadership in today’s world\nReflect on your own leadership approach and responsibility for change\nGain practical strategies to lead with awareness\, empathy\, and impact—for yourself\, your team\, and your organisation.\n\nBOOK NOW
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/getting-the-most-out-of-your-boarding-team-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261204T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261204T110000
DTSTAMP:20260814T090039Z
CREATED:20260721T090054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T090039Z
UID:5864-1796378400-1796382000@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Pathways in boarding: planning a successful career
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ Free of charge for TIOB members\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nBoarding staff truly do it all – combining care\, leadership\, and adaptability on a daily basis. With many TIOB members on the cusp of senior roles\, this webinar offers an opportunity to reflect on two key pathways: academic and pastoral leadership. \nWe’ll explore the distinct demands and rewards of each route\, the skills and attributes required\, and how your experience in boarding can translate into broader leadership success. This session will support delegates in making confident\, informed decisions about their next career step. \nTraining topics: \n\nLine management in academic vs. pastoral roles\nShared and differing priorities in both leadership pathways\nCore skills and personal attributes for success\nLeveraging transferable skills from boarding roles\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nGain insight into the opportunities and challenges of academic and pastoral leadership\nUnderstand what defines effective leadership in each domain\nLearn how to articulate and apply boarding-related skills in leadership applications.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers: \nMatthew Oakman\, Headteacher\, Saint Felix School \nHaving attended the Perse School in Cambridge\, Matt studied History at Oxford University (St Edmund Hall) where he then stayed on to complete his PGCE (Keble College) before embarking on a career in teaching and education. Having spent three years at Bryanston School in Dorset as an Assistant Housemaster and teacher of History and Politics\, Matt moved on to Wellington College. He then spent the next twenty-five years there at a time of great change and transformation for the College where he was able to play a significant role in this process; having been Head of Hockey\, Matt became the first Director of Sport at Wellington before taking on the role of Head of 6th Form. This in turn led to a number of Senior Leadership roles at the College including Deputy Head (Pupil Performance)\, Deputy Head (Academic) and finally Senior Master. In 2023\, it was time for a change and Matt moved on to become Head of Saint Felix School in Southwold. Here\, he has undergone a programme of updating the facilities\, introducing a new curriculum\, implementing a mentoring programme and creating a bespoke Saint Felix Diploma. Matt is married to Rossana and they divide their time between Suffolk and Brighton; they have two gorgeous cats (Mia and Dillon) and enjoy life by the sea and in the countryside.
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/pathways-in-boarding-planning-a-successful-career/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270108T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270108T150000
DTSTAMP:20260922T124804Z
CREATED:20260810T121041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T124804Z
UID:6126-1799413200-1799420400@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Looking after staff wellbeing in boarding - Boarding staff recruitment\, retention and development
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £135\n🎧Senior Leaders\, EDI leads\, SENCOs\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \nCourse outline \nRecruiting and retaining high-quality boarding staff is increasingly challenging\, while the demands of residential education can have a significant impact on staff wellbeing. \nThis webinar will explore how schools can support boarding staff throughout their employment\, from effective recruitment and induction to wellbeing\, professional development and retention. It will consider practical ways to create a positive working culture where staff feel supported\, valued and motivated to remain within boarding. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nRecruitment and realistic expectations of boarding roles\nStaff wellbeing\, workload and healthy boundaries\nCreating a supportive boarding staff culture\nRecognising and preventing burnout\nProfessional development and career progression\nImproving staff engagement and retention\n\nLearning outcomes \nDelegates will: \n\nUnderstand the link between staff wellbeing and retention\nRecognise common pressures affecting boarding staff\nExplore practical approaches to supporting staff wellbeing\nConsider how development and progression can improve retention\nIdentify ways to build a positive and sustainable boarding team\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nKate Simlett\, Deputy Head (Pastoral)\, Tudor Hall School \nKate has been working in all girls and co-educational independent boarding and day schools for 26 years.   Positions held previously by Kate include teacher of PE and PSHE\, Head of Girls Games\, Head of Sport\, Senior Housemistress and Director of Wellbeing. Kate is currently the Deputy Head Pastoral\,  DSL and Head of Boarding in an all girls’ independent boarding and day school\, and has held this position for 7 years. During this time\, Kate has become a lead Safeguarding Trainer for the local authority and has implemented and delivers an in-house safeguarding training programme within her current school. Alongside this work\, Kate leads and coordinates the school’s bespoke overseas volunteering programme which supports two schools\, one in South Africa and one in India. Kate is also an ISI Team Inspector. Kate is currently completing a course in Fundamental Coaching Skills.
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/looking-after-staff-wellbeing-in-boarding-boarding-staff-recruitment-retention-and-development/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270118T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260805T090223Z
CREATED:20260804T140708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T090223Z
UID:5866-1800280800-1800284400@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Getting that promotion to Deputy Head and Headship
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n🎧 House parents\, anyone looking for a senior leadership post in a boarding school\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \nThis webinar aims to provide an overview of the process behind getting a promotion for those with the desire to take on new responsibilities and challenges to grow their career in the boarding sector. \nWe will discuss how to create a skill set for promotion\, how to identify what areas you would like to focus upon and the challenges you will meet on the way. \nTraining topics will include:  \n\nReview and identify your key skills\nReflect and develop areas in your professional tool kit\nDevelop clarity on what is expected of a senior leader in a boarding school.\n\nLearning outcomes:  \n\nUnderstand the characteristics of excellent senior leadership\nLearn about the application\, interview and recruitment process\nUnderstand how to make an effective transition from a middle leadership role to a senior leader.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker:
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/getting-that-promotion-to-deputy-head-and-headship-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270202T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T104312Z
CREATED:20260804T141044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T104312Z
UID:5919-1801558800-1801674000@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Annual Boarding Conference
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £595\n🎧 Deputy Heads and Heads of boarding\n📍 DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole\n🏠 Accommodation is not included. \n\nThe 2027 Annual Boarding Conference awaits – join us! \nJoin boarding professionals from across the sector at the Hilton\, Brighton for two inspiring days of learning\, collaboration\, and networking. Discover emerging developments and opportunities in boarding\, engage with expert-led sessions\, and exchange ideas with colleagues through interactive round tables and breakout discussions. \n⭐ “A wonderful chance to speak to like-minded professionals and to hear from some outstanding guest speakers.” \n⭐ “Very invigorating atmosphere and very friendly\, inclusive attendees and speakers.” \nTake this opportunity to build valuable connections\, gain fresh perspectives\, and return to your school with new ideas and renewed enthusiasm. And\, of course\, don’t miss the highlight of the event: the BSA/TIOB Annual Conference Dinner on Tuesday February 2 2027\, following a sparkling drinks reception accompanied by live music. \nReserve your place today and join the conversation\, strengthen your network\, and be inspired! \nBOOK NOW \n\n🎤 Speakers: \nExciting speaker announcements are on the way! Join us to hear from leading voices shaping the future of boarding. \n\nThis event will be held jointly with: \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/bsa-tiob-annual-boarding-conference-3/
LOCATION:TBC
CATEGORIES:Conference,In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270202T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270202T110000
DTSTAMP:20260922T124823Z
CREATED:20260810T121414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T124823Z
UID:6128-1801562400-1801566000@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Managing boundaries in boarding
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n🎧\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \nCourse outline \nClear and appropriate boundaries are essential for creating safe\, supportive and professional boarding environments. However\, the residential nature of boarding can sometimes make maintaining these boundaries more complex. \nThis webinar will explore the different boundaries boarding staff need to navigate in their relationships with pupils\, colleagues and the wider boarding community. It will consider how staff can provide warm and effective pastoral care while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nUnderstanding professional boundaries in boarding\nBuilding positive relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries\nCommunication\, confidentiality and information sharing\nDigital and social media boundaries\nManaging challenging or blurred boundaries\nCreating a consistent approach across boarding teams\n\nLearning outcomes \nDelegates will: \n\nUnderstand the importance of clear professional boundaries\nRecognise situations where boundaries may become blurred\nDevelop confidence in managing challenging boundary situations\nConsider appropriate boundaries around communication and digital interactions\nIdentify ways to promote a consistent and professional culture across boarding teams\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nKate Simlett\, Deputy Head (Pastoral)\, Tudor Hall School \nKate has been working in all girls and co-educational independent boarding and day schools for 26 years.   Positions held previously by Kate include teacher of PE and PSHE\, Head of Girls Games\, Head of Sport\, Senior Housemistress and Director of Wellbeing. Kate is currently the Deputy Head Pastoral\,  DSL and Head of Boarding in an all girls’ independent boarding and day school\, and has held this position for 7 years. During this time\, Kate has become a lead Safeguarding Trainer for the local authority and has implemented and delivers an in-house safeguarding training programme within her current school. Alongside this work\, Kate leads and coordinates the school’s bespoke overseas volunteering programme which supports two schools\, one in South Africa and one in India. Kate is also an ISI Team Inspector. Kate is currently completing a course in Fundamental Coaching Skills.
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/managing-boundaries-in-boarding/
LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) – This webinar will be recorded\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270204T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270204T140000
DTSTAMP:20260805T091846Z
CREATED:20260804T141159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T091846Z
UID:5874-1801746000-1801749600@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Change management
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ Free of charge for TIOB members\, BSA members – £90\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nChange is a constant in the evolving landscape of education. Whether you’re leading it\, managing its impact\, or adapting to it\, the ability to navigate change effectively is a vital skill for school professionals. \nThis webinar empowers staff at all levels to understand and embrace the dynamics of organisational change. Through self-reflection and practical tools\, you’ll learn how to assess your own response to change\, plan for strategic shifts\, and lead others through periods of transition with confidence and clarity. \nWe’ll explore how to identify when change is needed\, communicate your vision with impact\, and work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to foster engagement and reduce resistance. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nAssess the need for change and create actionable plans for implementation\nCommunicate change clearly and confidently\, engaging stakeholders at every level\nUnderstand common sources of resistance and develop strategies to overcome them.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker:
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/change-management-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270208T124500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270208T134500
DTSTAMP:20260825T072236Z
CREATED:20260804T141308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T072236Z
UID:5878-1802090700-1802094300@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:TIOB member forum - The aspects of boarding
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ FOC (TIOB members) – £65 non-members\n🎧 All TIOB members\n📍 Online\n\n\n\nThis forum\, free to TIOB members\, is designed specifically for boarding houseparents. This space is dedicated to discussing various aspects of the boarding role\, with a particular focus on balancing work responsibilities with family life\, overcoming common challenges\, and sharing supportive advice among peers. This is an opportunity to connect with likeminded boarding professionals who truly understand the role. Together\, we’ll explore the unique demands of boarding work\, provide insights into managing the complexities\, and offer a supportive environment for you to air your thoughts\, share strategies\, and find camaraderie among colleagues.\n\nBOOK NOW\n\n\n\nSpeaker:\n\nAlly Onions\,  Head of Safeguarding and Mental Health at St George’s School Windsor Castle\n\nAlly Onions is currently the Head of Safeguarding and Mental Health at St George’s School Windsor Castle. With her husband Jonny\, they run the boarding house\, which includes looking after the choristers who sing in St George’s Chapel. Ally has worked in boarding education for over 20 years. She has completed an MA in Boarding Education\, looking at resilience and prep boarders. Ally is a trained Mental Health First Aider and Instructor Member.
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/tiob-member-forum-the-aspects-of-boarding-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Forum,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270211T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260805T092929Z
CREATED:20260804T141426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T092929Z
UID:5880-1802354400-1802358000@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Submitting a standout application and delivering in interview
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n🎧 Deputy Heads\, Assistant Heads\, Heads of boarding\, Houseparents\, Assistant houseparents\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nThis webinar will cover all aspects of writing an application which makes you stand out from the crowd with practical tips and real-life examples. We will also cover interview days and how best to approach them for maximising success. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nDetails which stand out on application forms\nApplication letters do’s and don’ts\nTips for interview days and preparation.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nBuilding confidence in approaching application process\nFeeling ready for interviews\nReflecting on what went well and what didn’t.\n\nBOOK NOW
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/submitting-a-standout-application-and-delivering-in-interview-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270223T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270223T153000
DTSTAMP:20260805T093411Z
CREATED:20260804T141546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T093411Z
UID:5882-1803389400-1803396600@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Become the leader you dream of being
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ Free of charge for TIOB members\, BSA members – £135\n🎧 Deputy Heads\, Assistant Heads\, Heads of boarding\, Houseparents\, Assistant houseparents\n📍 Online \n\nCourse Outline: \nWhat does the best leadership look like? In this interactive seminar\, Jill Berry will discuss how we formulate our vision of what the best leadership looks like (including learning from positive and negative role models)\, and what we have learnt from leaders we’ve worked with in our career – things to emulate and things to avoid.  She will then consider the practical steps we can take to strengthen our practice and develop into the best leader we can be.  This session will be useful to aspiring and serving leaders at different levels. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nTo consider what constitutes best leadership practice\nHow to learn from those we work with\nTo develop and improve one’s own practice.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers: \n 
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/become-the-leader-you-dream-of-being-3/
LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) – This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270226T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270226T090000
DTSTAMP:20260922T124937Z
CREATED:20260804T141714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T124937Z
UID:5884-1803628800-1803632400@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Working with parents
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n🎧 Deputy Heads\, Assistant Heads\, Heads of boarding\, Houseparents\, Assistant houseparents\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nOur webinar is designed to equip all boarding staff with the necessary skills and strategies to establish and maintain positive relationships with boarding school parents. Delegates will learn effective communication techniques\, methods to enhance parent engagement\, and strategies for resolving conflicts and addressing challenging situations. We will also consider how best to work with international parents and those who live abroad. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nUnique characteristics and expectations of boarding school parents\nPotential challenges and misconceptions\nAdapting communication channels and styles to suit different parents’ needs and preferences\nEngagement and participation\nCollaborative problem-solving.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nDevelop effective communication with boarding parents\nEnhance parental engagement and involvement\nResolve conflicts and address challenging situations.\n\nBOOK NOW \nSpeaker: \nKate Simlett\, Deputy Head (Pastoral)\, Tudor Hall School \nKate has been working in all girls and co-educational independent boarding and day schools for 26 years.   Positions held previously by Kate include teacher of PE and PSHE\, Head of Girls Games\, Head of Sport\, Senior Housemistress and Director of Wellbeing. Kate is currently the Deputy Head Pastoral\,  DSL and Head of Boarding in an all girls’ independent boarding and day school\, and has held this position for 7 years. During this time\, Kate has become a lead Safeguarding Trainer for the local authority and has implemented and delivers an in-house safeguarding training programme within her current school. Alongside this work\, Kate leads and coordinates the school’s bespoke overseas volunteering programme which supports two schools\, one in South Africa and one in India. Kate is also an ISI Team Inspector. Kate is currently completing a course in Fundamental Coaching Skills.
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/working-with-parents-5/
LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) – This webinar will be recorded\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270301T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270301T150000
DTSTAMP:20260805T094256Z
CREATED:20260804T141804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T094256Z
UID:5886-1803909600-1803913200@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Empowering your team and building their confidence
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ Free of charge for TIOB members\, BSA members – £90\n🎧 Deputy Heads\, Assistant Heads\, Heads of boarding\, Houseparents\, Assistant houseparents\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nBoarding staff recruitment and retention have been problematic for some schools. In the current context\, it is crucial that our teams feel confident and empowered so that they derive satisfaction from their roles. Our webinar will focus on key strategies to build trust and confidence within the boarding team and how to keep momentum going with professional development. This in turn will likely lead to higher retention rates and a better performing team. \nTraining topics include: \n\nImportance of culture\nKnowing your team as a whole and as individuals\nIndividuals’ motivations and drivers\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nDevelop a culture of trust and high performance\nCreate teams where staff’s strengths are celebrated and nurture\nEncourage a ‘high-skill/high-will’ culture in your boarding team.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \n \nHelen Rose FTIOB MA NPQSL\, Assistant Principal – Welfare & Boarding\, The Worthgate School \nHelen is a seasoned education leader with over two decades’ experience shaping pastoral and boarding excellence across independent\, state and specialist school settings. As Assistant Principal (Welfare & Boarding) at The Worthgate School\, she blends strategic insight with practical leadership to champion cultures where students and staff thrive. Helen is the author of the Standards for Pastoral Professionals\, a framework designed to elevate care\, practice and career pathways across the sector\, and a passionate advocate for strengthening professionalism in boarding and pastoral roles as well as empowering pastoral professionals to deliver exceptional care with confidence and clarity. She regularly contributes to sector bodies including The Institute of Boarding and the Boarding Schools Association\, driving conversations on career development\, standards\, and impactful pastoral leadership.
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/empowering-your-team-and-building-their-confidence-3/
LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) – This webinar will be recorded\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270309T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270309T103000
DTSTAMP:20260922T133528Z
CREATED:20260804T142026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T133528Z
UID:5888-1804584600-1804588200@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Essential Skills boxset: Emotional intelligence - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n🎧 Deputy Heads\, Assistant Heads\, Heads of boarding\, Houseparents\, Assistant houseparents\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nDo you find yourself holding everything together for everyone else\, while rarely pausing to consider how you are managing yourself? The Essential Skills Boxset is a series of three online coaching workshops designed specifically for those in pastoral leadership within boarding. Across Part 1: Emotional Intelligence\, Part 2: Managing Conflict and Part 3: Tackling Imposter Syndrome\, you will build the self awareness\, resilience and confidence that pastoral leadership demands day in\, day out. Each session offers practical\, immediately usable tools and genuine insight\, not generic theory. If you are ready to lead with greater clarity and calm\, this is not to be missed. \nThe demands of pastoral leadership in boarding are constant\, and the people best placed to support others are too often the last to invest in themselves. \nThe Essential Skills Boxset is a series of three online coaching workshops designed specifically for Housemasters\, Housemistresses\, Matrons and those responsible for the care of young people in a boarding environment. \nEmotional Intelligence \nUnderstand what emotional intelligence truly is\, the components that make up your EQ\, and why developing it is essential to leading effectively. You will leave with practical steps to build and strengthen your own emotional intelligence. \nEach 60 minute session is fully interactive\, with a workbook completed live and a wealth of hints\, tips and takeaways you can put into practice immediately. \nThis is a rare opportunity to invest properly in your own leadership development\, guided by an experienced coach who understands the particular pressures of pastoral care. Places are limited\, and demand for this series is expected to be high. \nBOOK NOW \nOther workshops in the Box Set: \n\nMarch 09\, 2027 – Emotional intelligence\nMarch 18\, 2027 – Managing conflict\nMarch 25\, 2027 – Tackling imposter syndrome\n\n\nSpeaker: \nLaura Ogilvie-Jones  \nLaura is an accredited Career & Leadership Coach\, holding Professional Certified Coach (PCC) status with the ICF\, alongside qualifications in careers guidance (PGDip & QCG) and emotional intelligence (EQ-i 2.0). With over 1\,000 hours of coaching experience\, she works with individuals\, teams and organisations to help them get unstuck and live with purpose\, motivation and fulfilment. Laura delivers 1:1 coaching and workshops both in person and online\, and is passionate about helping people build confidence\, manage conflict well and lead with genuine emotional intelligence\, drawing on her specialist Emotional Intelligence accreditation. Before becoming a coach\, Laura spent 14 years in leading independent boarding schools\, both teaching and in leadership roles in Admissions\, Marketing & Development.
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/essential-skills-boxset-emotional-intelligence-part-1-2/
LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) – This webinar will be recorded\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270309T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270309T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T072154Z
CREATED:20260804T142254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T072154Z
UID:5895-1804600800-1804608000@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Flexi-boarding models
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £135 *Available to BSA members at member cost*\n🎧 All who work in boarding\n📍 Online \n\nCourse Outline: \nBoarding school staff must carefully balance the needs and schedules of both flexi boarders and full boarders. \nFlexi boarders\, who may only stay on campus a few nights a week\, may require less supervision and structure than full boarders\, who live on campus full-time. To accommodate both types of students\, staff may need to be flexible with scheduling and have different levels of supervision for each group. Additionally\, they may need to create separate spaces or activities for flexi boarders to ensure they have a sense of belonging and connection to the school community. \nCommunication with both students and their families is also important to ensure everyone is on the same page and expectations are clear. For house parents\, the challenges will involve the logistics of flexi-boarding management in relation to booking systems and staffing. For the school and the boarding house\, the important questions will be identifying why pupils’ flexi-board and how\, as a boarding community\, we embrace the growing demand.  \nLearning outcomes: \n\nTo develop a robust system of registering flexi boarders\nTo develop an induction process for flexi boarders in line with NMS (National Minimum Standards)\nCreating a stable environment for full boarders with little disruption from flexi-boarders\nIdentifying the logistics caused by flexi-boarding that need to be resolved.\n\nDelegates will leave the session with a range of techniques to plan flexi boarding logistics\, enabling the boarding team to become more efficient in planning and organisation. They will also be able to evaluate how to ensure the experience is positive for all stakeholders. \nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \n \nDr David Boyce\, Housemaster\, Teacher of chemistry and physics\, Queenswood School \nDr David Boyce is an experienced boarding leader with a decade of service in pastoral and residential education. He currently serves as Housemaster of a girls’ flexiboarding house\, where he is known for calm leadership\, high expectations\, and outstanding pastoral care. A fully qualified mountaineer and Himalayan expedition leader\, he brings resilience\, teamwork\, and adventure into school life. He works at the same school as his wife\, Megan Boyce\, who is Housemistress of another boarding house. Alongside his boarding work\, Dr Boyce is an award-winning science educator\, described by the Royal Astronomical Society as one of the most influential science educators in the world. \n  \n\nMegan Boyce\, Housemistress\, Teacher of textiles and art\, Queenswood School \nMegan Boyce is Housemistress of a 13–18 girls’ boarding house and a textiles and art teacher\, having previously held roles as Deputy Housemistress and Head of Department. She brings extensive experience in pastoral care and creative education\, with a strong commitment to building supportive boarding communities. She and her husband both work in boarding\, dedicating their family life to the values and ethos of the boarding environment. She is passionate about developing leadership opportunities for colleagues and students and has a particular interest in full boarding\, exploring how its benefits can be extended to day and flexi boarding models to support pupils and their families. \n  \n\nAlly Onions\,  Head of Safeguarding and Mental Health at St George’s School Windsor Castle \nAlly Onions is currently the Head of Safeguarding and Mental Health at St George’s School Windsor Castle. With her husband Jonny\, they run the boarding house\, which includes looking after the choristers who sing in St George’s Chapel. Ally has worked in boarding education for over 20 years. She has completed an MA in Boarding Education\, looking at resilience and prep boarders. Ally is a trained Mental Health First Aider and Instructor Member. \n 
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/flexi-boarding-models-3/
LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) – This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270315T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270315T170000
DTSTAMP:20260814T091415Z
CREATED:20260804T142408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T091415Z
UID:5897-1805126400-1805130000@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Working with parents
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n🎧 Deputy Heads\, Assistant Heads\, Heads of boarding\, Houseparents\, Assistant houseparents\n📍 Online \n\nCourse Outline: \nOur webinar is designed to equip all boarding staff with the necessary skills and strategies to establish and maintain positive relationships with boarding school parents. Delegates will learn effective communication techniques\, methods to enhance parent engagement\, and strategies for resolving conflicts and addressing challenging situations. We will also consider how best to work with international parents and those who live abroad. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nUnique characteristics and expectations of boarding school parents\nPotential challenges and misconceptions\nAdapting communication channels and styles to suit different parents’ needs and preferences\nEngagement and participation\nCollaborative problem-solving.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nDevelop effective communication with boarding parents\nEnhance parental engagement and involvement\nResolve conflicts and address challenging situations.\n\nBOOK NOW \nSpeaker:
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/working-with-parents-6/
LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) – This webinar will be recorded\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270316T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270316T160000
DTSTAMP:20260811T135201Z
CREATED:20260804T142514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T135201Z
UID:5899-1805209200-1805212800@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Understanding school finance
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ Free of charge for TIOB members\, BSA members – From £90\n🎧 SLT\, Heads of Boarding\, Boarding and teaching staff\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nWhether thinking about promotion or wanting to understand how schools work\, understanding school finance is critical\, particularly in the current context. This webinar will cover essential elements of school finance. \nTraining topics will include:  \n\nPrinciples of management account\nCashflow and balance sheets\nBudget setting\nFinancial pressures (fee debt\, rising costs\, VAT)\nBenchmarking\nTerminology.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nDevelop a clear understanding of school finance\nGain of whole school financial strategy\nKnowledge of current challenges and pressures.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \n \nAndrew Ashton\, Bursar of Radley College \nAndrew Ashton was Bursar of Radley College from September 2008 to August 2025 when he took on the role of Chief Executive (Prep Schools) for the newly formed Radley Schools Group. He has extensive experience of business\, finance and operational management. \nAfter Newcastle Royal Grammar School\, Andrew studied chemistry at Oxford and moved into the banking sector\, rising to become Director of Strategy\, Performance and Client Services at Barclays Africa. He then spent three and a half years as a management consultant before taking up the role of Bursar at Radley College. \nAndrew plays a significant role in the local community and is a governor of Shiplake College. Previous appointments have included: Chair of the Organisation\, Remuneration and Nominations Committee of the Boarding Schools’ Association\, governor and Chair of the Resources Committee at Radley Primary School and a former Chair of the Radley Lakes Trust. Despite growing up in Newcastle\, Andrew considers Radley and the surrounding area as his spiritual home. He is married to Jillian\, and they have one son\, Philip\, now studying geography at Durham University. In his occasional spare time\, Andrew can be found playing real tennis or exploring the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside\, either in running trainers or walking boots.
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/understanding-school-finance-4/
LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) – This webinar will be recorded\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270318T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270318T150000
DTSTAMP:20260811T123414Z
CREATED:20260804T142623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T123414Z
UID:5892-1805378400-1805382000@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Essential Skills boxset: Managing conflict - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n🎧 Deputy Heads\, Assistant Heads\, Heads of boarding\, Houseparents\, Assistant houseparents\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nDo you find yourself holding everything together for everyone else\, while rarely pausing to consider how you are managing yourself? The Essential Skills Boxset is a series of three online coaching workshops designed specifically for those in pastoral leadership within boarding. Across Part 1: Emotional Intelligence\, Part 2: Managing Conflict and Part 3: Tackling Imposter Syndrome\, you will build the self awareness\, resilience and confidence that pastoral leadership demands day in\, day out. Each session offers practical\, immediately usable tools and genuine insight\, not generic theory. If you are ready to lead with greater clarity and calm\, this is not to be missed. \nThe demands of pastoral leadership in boarding are constant\, and the people best placed to support others are too often the last to invest in themselves. \nThe Essential Skills Boxset is a series of three online coaching workshops designed specifically for Housemasters\, Housemistresses\, Matrons and those responsible for the care of young people in a boarding environment. \nManaging Conflict \nExplore the role conflict plays within organisations and what distinguishes leaders who manage it well. This session covers setting appropriate boundaries and offers space for genuine personal reflection on your own approach to conflict. \nEach 60 minute session is fully interactive\, with a workbook completed live and a wealth of hints\, tips and takeaways you can put into practice immediately. \nThis is a rare opportunity to invest properly in your own leadership development\, guided by an experienced coach who understands the particular pressures of pastoral care. Places are limited\, and demand for this series is expected to be high. \nBOOK NOW \nOther workshops in the Box Set: \n\nMarch 09\, 2027 – Emotional intelligence\nMarch 18\, 2027 – Managing conflict\nMarch 25\, 2027 – Tackling imposter syndrome\n\n\nSpeaker: \nLaura Ogilvie-Jones  \nLaura is an accredited Career & Leadership Coach\, holding Professional Certified Coach (PCC) status with the ICF\, alongside qualifications in careers guidance (PGDip & QCG) and emotional intelligence (EQ-i 2.0). With over 1\,000 hours of coaching experience\, she works with individuals\, teams and organisations to help them get unstuck and live with purpose\, motivation and fulfilment. Laura delivers 1:1 coaching and workshops both in person and online\, and is passionate about helping people build confidence\, manage conflict well and lead with genuine emotional intelligence\, drawing on her specialist Emotional Intelligence accreditation. Before becoming a coach\, Laura spent 14 years in leading independent boarding schools\, both teaching and in leadership roles in Admissions\, Marketing & Development.
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/essential-skills-boxset-managing-conflict-part-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) – This webinar will be recorded\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270322T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260826T090052Z
CREATED:20260804T142843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T090052Z
UID:5901-1805713200-1805716800@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Creating an exam-healthy atmosphere in the classroom and boarding house during the summer term
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n🎧\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \nThis session explores how teachers and boarding staff can create a supportive\, exam-friendly environment during the Summer Term\, helping students manage stress and perform at their best. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nUnderstanding the impact of exam stress on students\nPractical strategies for reducing anxiety in classrooms and boarding houses\nTechniques to support wellbeing and focus during revision periods\nCommunication with parents and pastoral teams\nPromoting resilience and positive study habits\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify key signs of exam stress in students\nImplement strategies to create calm\, supportive environments\nSupport students’ emotional wellbeing during the Summer Term\nEnhance collaboration between teaching and pastoral teams\nAdvise students and parents on effective coping strategies\n\nBOOK NOW \nThis event is joint with: \n \n\nSpeaker: \nKatherine Radice \nKatharine Radice is an experienced teacher and go-to expert on supporting teenagers through secondary school.  She regularly collaborates with schools and exam boards nationally and internationally\, offering workshops for students\, training for teachers and presentations for parents.   Her work has featured in the The Times\, Sunday Times and Daily Telegraph and she is often interviewed for BBC radio shows\, including the Today Programme and Radio 5 Live.  She is the author of The Parent’s Guide to Exam Stress and Exam Stress: A practical and positive guide for teachers.  Her books have been widely praised across the education sector\, described as ‘Seriously good in all respects’\, ‘Clear\, brilliantly researched and insightful’ and ‘impressively comprehensive’. For more of her work\, you can join her on Substack here or listen to her podcasts here: each week she joins Rachel Richards – award-winning host of Parenting Teenagers Untangled – to untangle the knotty realities of being a modern parent. See further\, katharineradice.co.uk
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/creating-an-exam-healthy-atmosphere-in-the-classroom-and-boarding-house-during-the-summer-term-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270325T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270325T153000
DTSTAMP:20260805T135553Z
CREATED:20250207T111229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T135553Z
UID:4830-1805968800-1805988600@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Career confidence: Planning your next move
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £400\n📍 Online \n\nWe offer a self-funding route for all courses.  We can arrange payment plans for manageable monthly amounts to make training accessible and affordable.  To find out more\, please e-mail Liz McDonald at liz.mcdonald@abitasgroup.com \n\nStudy Days for this module are: \n\nStudy Day 1\, March 25\, 2027\nStudy Day 2\, April 22\, 2027\n\nAll study days will be online via Zoom. \nTO BEGIN THIS COURSE IN MARCH CLICK HERE \nTimings for each study day: 10:00am – 15:30pm GMT \nSessions Will Include: \n\nSkills audit and evaluation\nImposter syndrome\, Guest Speaker Angela Cox\nDestructive behaviour\, patterns and habits\, Guest Speaker Angela Cox\nChanging role\, adapting and embracing change\nResponding to challenge – Guest Speaker\nMentoring\nGroups tasks\, case studies and discussion\n\nLearning Outcomes \n\nGain insight into strengths and areas for development.\nSelf-awareness.\nConfidence.\nEmpowerment.\nCareer satisfaction.\nCareer progression.\n\n\nSpeaker: \nAngela Cox\, Qualified Mentor& Accredited Master Coach\, Creator\, The Paseda360 Method \nAngela Cox is on a mission to help professionals escape pretending\, people pleasing and perfectionism and be brilliant by being themselves. \nAngela is a multi-award-winning executive coach\, 2 x best-selling author\, podcast host and founder of Paseda360\, a revolutionary coaching method and training academy. \nAfter a career in senior and executive transformation and strategy roles in large corporations\, she left the rat race and set up her own coaching practice in 2018. \nAngela is an Association for Coaching Master Coach & Fellow with more than 5000 coaching hours under her belt. She holds an Executive Coaching Diploma from Cambridge University and PG Cert in the Psychology & Neuroscience of Mental Health.  She is an accredited psychotherapist\, NLP Master\, Clinical Hypnotherapist\, and an accredited Havening Techniques Practitioner. \nA proud empath\, Angela blends backbone with a huge amount of heart.
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/career-coaching-and-mentoring-2/
CATEGORIES:Accredited
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270325T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270325T150000
DTSTAMP:20260811T123345Z
CREATED:20260804T142945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T123345Z
UID:5891-1805983200-1805986800@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Essential Skills boxset: Tackling imposter syndrome - Part 3
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £90\n🎧 Deputy Heads\, Assistant Heads\, Heads of boarding\, Houseparents\, Assistant houseparents\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nDo you find yourself holding everything together for everyone else\, while rarely pausing to consider how you are managing yourself? The Essential Skills Boxset is a series of three online coaching workshops designed specifically for those in pastoral leadership within boarding. Across Part 1: Emotional Intelligence\, Part 2: Managing Conflict and Part 3: Tackling Imposter Syndrome\, you will build the self awareness\, resilience and confidence that pastoral leadership demands day in\, day out. Each session offers practical\, immediately usable tools and genuine insight\, not generic theory. If you are ready to lead with greater clarity and calm\, this is not to be missed. \nThe demands of pastoral leadership in boarding are constant\, and the people best placed to support others are too often the last to invest in themselves. \nThe Essential Skills Boxset is a series of three online coaching workshops designed specifically for Housemasters\, Housemistresses\, Matrons and those responsible for the care of young people in a boarding environment. \nTackling Imposter Syndrome \nUnderstand what imposter syndrome is\, why it affects so many in leadership positions\, and how to manage it so it no longer holds you back from leading with confidence. \nEach 60 minute session is fully interactive\, with a workbook completed live and a wealth of hints\, tips and takeaways you can put into practice immediately. \nThis is a rare opportunity to invest properly in your own leadership development\, guided by an experienced coach who understands the particular pressures of pastoral care. Places are limited\, and demand for this series is expected to be high. \nBOOK NOW \nOther workshops in the Box Set: \n\nMarch 09\, 2027 – Emotional intelligence\nMarch 18\, 2027 – Managing conflict\nMarch 25\, 2027 – Tackling imposter syndrome\n\n\nSpeaker: \nLaura Ogilvie-Jones  \nLaura is an accredited Career & Leadership Coach\, holding Professional Certified Coach (PCC) status with the ICF\, alongside qualifications in careers guidance (PGDip & QCG) and emotional intelligence (EQ-i 2.0). With over 1\,000 hours of coaching experience\, she works with individuals\, teams and organisations to help them get unstuck and live with purpose\, motivation and fulfilment. Laura delivers 1:1 coaching and workshops both in person and online\, and is passionate about helping people build confidence\, manage conflict well and lead with genuine emotional intelligence\, drawing on her specialist Emotional Intelligence accreditation. Before becoming a coach\, Laura spent 14 years in leading independent boarding schools\, both teaching and in leadership roles in Admissions\, Marketing & Development.
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/essential-skills-boxset-tackling-imposter-syndrome-part-3-2/
LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) – This webinar will be recorded\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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UID:5905-1807707600-1807711200@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:The first 100 days in a new post
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ Free of charge for TIOB members\, BSA members – From £90\n🎧 Deputy Heads\, Assistant Heads\, Heads of boarding\, Houseparents\, Assistant houseparents\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nStarting a new post can be daunting when staying in the same school and sometimes even more so when going to a new school. This webinar will go over the first 100 days in a new post and how to plan for and master that transition. Our speaker will share their expertise on navigating the critical initial phase of a new leadership role. \nWhether you’re stepping into a new position or aiming to refine your leadership approach\, this webinar will provide invaluable insights into setting the right tone\, building relationships\, and making impactful decisions during your first 100 days. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nPractical strategies to make the transition into a new role\nHow to plan effectively ahead of starting\nSet yourself up for long term success and make an impact\n\nBOOK NOW
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/the-first-100-days-in-a-new-post-3/
LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) – This webinar will be recorded\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270419T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270419T120000
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UID:6148-1808128800-1808136000@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Practice in Boarding Schools
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £110\n🎧 Houseparents\, Deputy Houseparents\, Heads of Boarding\, Pastoral staff\, DSL’s?\n📍 Online\n✅ Included in BSA CPD Pass \nCourse Content \n This session introduces trauma-informed practice within the unique context of boarding schools\, recognising that many pupils arrive with experiences of loss\, disruption\, or unmet emotional needs. Staff will explore how trauma impacts emotional regulation\, behaviour\, and relationships\, and why traditional punitive responses may escalate rather than resolve difficulties. The session emphasises the importance of safety\, consistency\, and predictability in house routines\, alongside the principle of connection before correction. Practical strategies for de-escalation\, co-regulation\, and restorative responses will be discussed\, with a strong focus on staff self-regulation\, teamwork\, and the use of supervision to sustain effective and compassionate house parenting. \nLearning Outcomes  \nBy the end of this event\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand how trauma and attachment disruption can affect behaviour in boarding\nRespond to challenging behaviour using trauma-informed approaches\nApply practical strategies to support regulation\, safety\, and connection\nMaintain nurturing care while working within professional boundaries\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \n \nJulie Harmieson\, Director of Education and National Strategy\,Trauma Informed Schools UK \nJulie is Director of Education and International Strategy at TISUK\, with over 25 years’ experience in education\, specialising in trauma-informed practice and supporting children and young people with social\, emotional and mental health needs. A former Headteacher of a Primary Alternative Provision and current SEMH school Governor\, she has supported the implementation of trauma-informed approaches across every sector of education from early years to higher education. \nJulie delivers consultancy\, training\, coaching\, mentoring and supervision for education professionals\, helping schools create inclusive\, relational cultures that promote mental health\, well-being and belonging. She is passionate about removing barriers to learning so every child can thrive.
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/trauma-informed-practice-in-boarding-schools/
LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) – This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270422T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102337Z
CREATED:20260804T143221Z
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UID:5903-1808391600-1808395200@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Creating and implementing vision
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ Free of charge for TIOB members\, BSA members – From £90\n🎧 Deputy Heads\, Assistant Heads\, Heads of boarding\, Houseparents\, Assistant houseparents\, teaching staff\n📍 Online\n🎥 Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse Outline: \nIn this webinar\, we will explore the paramount importance of creating and communicating your vision. In any position of responsibility\, having a clear and compelling vision is crucial for individuals and schools. Join us as we delve into the strategies and techniques that can help you craft a vision that inspires and motivates. \nWe will cover the importance of aligning your goals with your values\, navigating challenges\, and effectively communicating your vision to others. Whether you are considering a leadership position or already in post\, this webinar will provide valuable insights to empower you on your journey towards realising and sharing your vision. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nTo understand how to formulate a vision for the role/school you are in\nHow to communicate your vision effectively\nWays to inspire and get others on board.\n\nBOOK NOW
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/creating-and-implementing-vision-3/
LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) – This webinar will be recorded\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270512T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270512T153000
DTSTAMP:20260708T080921Z
CREATED:20260612T083432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T080921Z
UID:6016-1810116000-1810135800@www.tiob.org.uk
SUMMARY:Certificate in Professional Practice – Headship
DESCRIPTION:We offer a self-funding route for all courses.  We can arrange payment plans for manageable monthly amounts to make training accessible and affordable.  To find out more\, please e-mail Liz McDonald at liz.mcdonald@abitasgroup.com \n\n\nCertificate in Professional Practice – Headship\nNew 26/27 course dates added! \nDates for this Module are: \n\nDay 1: May 12\, 2027\nDay 2: May 24\, 2027\nDay 3: June 23\, 2027\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nTimings for each study day: 10:00am – 15:30pm BST \nAll study days will be held online via Zoom \nThe BSA Certificate in Boarding Headship is a new\, BSA-accredited certificate course for School Heads new to boarding or who would like to extend their knowledge of the sector. \nThis three-day course covers a broad range of topics including: \n\nInvesting in your boarding provision\nMarket trends\nGovernment policy regulatory changes round up\nIndependent Schools Council VAT challenge\nGuest Speaker: Simon Nathan Deputy\, Chief Executive & Head of Policy\, Independent Schools Council\nVisa & immigration sponsor licence compliance\nBuilding and leading your team\nRunning your school as a business\nGuest Speaker: Andrew Gordon-Brown\, Headmaster and Principal\, Kingswood School\, Bath\, UK\nSafeguarding\, and risk management\nInclusion strategy for Heads\nGuest Speaker: Naheed Bardai\, Principal of UWC Atlantic College\nWho does the Head turn to?\nGuest Speaker: Mary Breen\, Schools Adviser at Ferrer & Co\nHeads together : reflections on headship\nManaging boarding numbers\, including balancing full/part-time\, UK/international students\nEffective marketing and recruitment strategies\nWorking with guardians and agents\nMeeting inspection standards and much more\n\nOn completion delegates also get three complimentary video calls with a member of the BSA Group Leadership Team. \nThe BSA Certificate in Boarding Headship sits alongside BSA’s highly successful accredited certificate courses\, which include the BSA Advanced Certificate in Pastoral Care and Boarding Management and the BSA Diploma in Boarding Practice for Leadership. \n\nSpeakers on this certificate course are: \nRobin Fletcher\, Chief Executive \nRobin Fletcher\, MBA\, MPhil\, MTIOB\, joined BSA Group in 2014 after holding senior media and communications roles. He is an elected Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts\, an Honorary Fellow of Cardiff Metropolitan University and a Corporate Board member of Make UK\, the manufacturers’ organisation. A former boarding school governor\, Robin is also an examiner for the National Council for the Training of Journalists and a member of the Reader Panel at Royal United Hospital\, Bath. In 2020\, Robin authored A Culture of Care – the benefits of boarding and future risks\, published by Abitas Group. \n  \nDavid Walker FTIOB\, Executive Director\, Boarding and Director\, BSA/TIOB \nDavid Walker has over 20 years’ experience in boarding education\, having worked in a variety of schools across the UK and Africa. His career includes leadership roles in both senior and prep school settings\, complemented by service as a prep school governor and trustee of a multi-academy trust. Before joining the BSA\, David was Deputy Head Pastoral at a large co-educational independent school in the South-East\, where he oversaw student welfare and pastoral care. His extensive background in safeguarding\, boarding leadership\, and governance gives him a broad perspective on the sector\, enabling him to support schools in delivering outstanding pastoral provision. \nKate Hollyer\, Legal and Public Affairs Director\, BSA \nKate is Legal Director of Abitas Group and Director of BSA Legal Services Ltd. As a qualified solicitor with more than 10 years’ experience advising clients on UK immigration law\, Kate assists members with all immigration and safeguarding legal matters. Prior to joining BSA in 2022 Kate was Partner and Head of Department at a leading full-service UK law firm. Having resided in state\, preparatory and senior school boarding houses since 2014 with her Housemaster husband\, Kate has a unique perspective of boarding life. \n \nDale Wilkins\, Executive Director\, Scotland/Wales and Accredited/Compliance \nDale joined the BSA during Summer 2017 with responsibility for safeguarding and standards. In July 2019 he also assumed responsibility for the BSA’s training programme\, including both day seminars and accredited training courses. Dale leads on all safeguarding and inspection matters for the BSA\, including managing the Commitment to Care Charter and has also developed a process of BSA Accreditation for our international members. \nFor 31 years Dale was a boarding practitioner. After boarding positions at Norwich School and Tettenhall College\, Dale became a Housemaster at Old Swinford Hospital in 1992\, and was promoted to Deputy Head in 2007\, and subsequently also DSL. He has also been a multi-agency trainer for the Dudley Safeguarding Children’s Board and has been closely involved in inspection in state and independent boarding since 2002. Dale had previously been a BSA course tutor since 1998 and developed the BSA Self-Assessment Toolkit\, which was updated in 2022. \n\nDates for this Module are: \n\nDay 1: May 12\, 2027\nDay 2: May 24\, 2027\nDay 3: June 23\, 2027\n\nAll study days will be held online via Zoom \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nNB: Please be aware that it is crucial to remain on your assigned course path and tutor group to gain the very best out of your training. Of course\, we understand some things are unavoidable however we cannot guarantee alternative placement days\, and this may incur an admin charge
URL:https://www.tiob.org.uk/event/certificate-in-professional-practice-headship-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accredited,Online
ORGANIZER;CN="The Boarding Schools' Association":MAILTO:info@bsagroup.org.uk
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