May
22
Mon
ADSO training course – The Effective Scrutiny Officer (Hackney) (now full) @ Hackney Learning Trust Technology & Learning Centre (TLC)
May 22 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

This course is aimed at Democratic Services Officers wishing to develop their knowledge of the scrutiny function and to discuss and share good practice in the role of Scrutiny Officer.

 

Workshop topics:

  • Basic principles/ legislative update – an overview of the relevant legislation which governs overview and scrutiny and also a discussion around the main principles of scrutiny
  • The future: the adaptable scrutiny officer – the role of a scrutiny officer is changing. Is the future a scrutiny officer who can adapt and do other ‘add on’ roles?
  • Effective and outcome based scrutiny – looking at the value of scrutiny and measuring its effectiveness
  • Shaping an influencing scrutiny system – a look at the importance of influence to the overview and scrutiny system and how to develop this during reviews and pick appropriate topics to review
  • Effective scrutiny surgery  – a look at other issues which were raised during the day not covered by the group discussions

 

Presenters:

Peter Sass, Head of Executive and Committee Service at Richmond and Wandsworth Councils and Jane Garrard, Scrutiny Officer at Nottingham City Council

 

 

May
31
Wed
ADSO training course – The Effective Scrutiny Officer (Stoke City) (now full) @ Stoke City Council
May 31 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

This course is aimed at Democratic Services Officers wishing to develop their knowledge of the scrutiny function and to discuss and share good practice in the role of Scrutiny Officer.

 

Workshop topics:

  • Basic principles/ legislative update – an overview of the relevant legislation which governs overview and scrutiny and also a discussion around the main principles of scrutiny
  • The future: the adaptable scrutiny officer – the role of a scrutiny officer is changing. Is the future a scrutiny officer who can adapt and do other ‘add on’ roles?
  • Effective and outcome based scrutiny – looking at the value of scrutiny and measuring its effectiveness
  • Shaping an influencing scrutiny system – a look at the importance of influence to the overview and scrutiny system and how to develop this during reviews and pick appropriate topics to review
  • Effective scrutiny surgery  – a look at other issues which were raised during the day not covered by the group discussions

 

Presenters:

Helen Gee, Associate trainer and Peter Foulsham, Scrutiny Officer at Wyre Council

 

 

Jun
7
Wed
Leadership in Action 2017 (Society of Local Council Clerks) @ Crown Plaza, Stratford-upon-Avon
Jun 7 – Jun 8 all-day

What’s in it for you & your council:

  • Learn how to inspire your team using transformational leadership
  • Unlock the strategic potential of your council
  • Find out how to manage key projects on time and on budget
  • Discover how to prepare and deliver a successful Corporate Plan

And much more!

 

Sessions include

Preparing and delivering a successful Corporate Plan – David Preston, Town Clerk, Oswestry TC

Devolved functions – unlocking the strategic potential of local councils in England and Wales – Dr Tim Thorogood, Research Fellow, Cardiff University (and former CEO of Falklands Islands, Local Govt Information Unit and Swansea City Council) and Mike Burton, Editorial Director of The MJ Group

Managing Key Projects on time and on budget – Tim Walden, Senior Programme Manager, Network Rail

Devolution – the Wiltshire Experience – with Dame Jane Scott, Leader, Wiltshire Council and Reg Williams City Clerk, Salisbury City Council

The role of the RFO in developing corporate strategy – Alan Mellor, IPFA, Town Clerk, Newark TC (and former Ashfield District Council

Chief Executive)

Managing Sickness Absences – Lis Moore, SLCC Head of Advisory Service, facilitates a discussion with leading Society members

The difference between management and leadership – Patricia Marks, MD, Somerset Business Agency

Managing Future Change – Rob Smith, Chief Executive, SLCC

Delivering innovation in local councils – Jonathan Flowers, Independent Chairman of Improvement and Development Board (for local

councils)

Community Infrastructure levy – a Panel of experts facilitated by SLCC National Planning Advisor AndrewTowlerton, considers how local

councils can maximise the opportunities presented by CIL

Brilliant Leadership – Andy Cope one of our most popular speakers ever, concludes the programme with a look at the approach needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

 

For full details and to make your booking go here:

Jun
22
Thu
ADSO training course – Law and practice of decision making (Sheffield City Council) @ Sheffield City Council
Jun 22 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

This course is aimed at Democratic Services Officers who wish to develop their understanding of the legislation underpinning the current decision-making process. The content is linked to the Law and Practice module of the ADSO Certificate so it will help learners with their research for this module.

 

Workshop topics:

  • Meetings and their legal framework starting with the Local Government Act 1972
  • Discussion on the Local Government Act 1985 and Local Government and Housing Act 1989
  • Local Government Act 2000 – What did this mean for Local Authorities? What was new?
  • Case Studies and feedback – Applying legislation to the democratic process
  • Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 – What changes to the decision making framework did this Act require?
  • Local Democracy Economic Development and Construction Act 2009 Case Studies and feedback – Interpreting and applying legislation
  • Localism Act 2011 – What new opportunities did this Act bring for Local Authorities?
  • 2012, 2014 and 2015 – Discussion regarding most recent legislation including Executive Arrangements 2012, Health and Social Care Act, 2012 and Openness Regulations 2014
  • Surgery – Opportunity to raise any questions / discussions or issues with the group

 

Presenters:

Lennox Beattie, Blackpool Council and Ann-Marie Davidson, Staffordshire Council

 

Booking Information:

To book a place on the course, please email: Adso.training@nottinghamcity.gov.uk with the following information:

  • Name and contact details (email and telephone)
  • Job title and Local Authority
  • Date and venue of course 
  • ADSO member yes/no?
  • ADSO learner yes/no?
  • Additional requirements (dietary etc)
  • Purchase order number (please note that we do not accept bookings without a purchase order number)

 

Joining instructions will be sent to you once your booking has been confirmed.

Jul
7
Fri
ADSO training course – Law and practice of decision making (LB Tower Hamlets) *NOW FULL* @ LB Tower Hamlets
Jul 7 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

The course is now full. 

 

This course is aimed at Democratic Services Officers who wish to develop their understanding of the legislation underpinning the current decision-making process. The content is linked to the Law and Practice module of the ADSO Certificate so it will help learners with their research for this module.

 

Workshop topics:

  • Meetings and their legal framework starting with the Local Government Act 1972
  • Discussion on the Local Government Act 1985 and Local Government and Housing Act 1989
  • Local Government Act 2000 – What did this mean for Local Authorities? What was new?
  • Case Studies and feedback – Applying legislation to the democratic process
  • Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 – What changes to the decision making framework did this Act require?
  • Local Democracy Economic Development and Construction Act 2009 Case Studies and feedback – Interpreting and applying legislation
  • Localism Act 2011 – What new opportunities did this Act bring for Local Authorities?
  • 2012, 2014 and 2015 – Discussion regarding most recent legislation including Executive Arrangements 2012, Health and Social Care Act, 2012 and Openness Regulations 2014
  • Surgery – Opportunity to raise any questions / discussions or issues with the group

 

Presenters:

Peter Edwards, Associate trainer and Ian Millichap, Associate trainer

 

ADSO Regional Event – South East @ Surrey County Council, Kingston upon Thames
Jul 7 @ 11:00 am
Jul
20
Thu
ADSO London Branch meeting and AGM @ City of London Corporation
Jul 20 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

The Programme:

 

  • Group Discussion: Preparing for the 2018 Local Elections – Lorraine Brook to lead a discussion on what needs to happen, when and by whom?
  • Video conferencing, IT and paper-light – Matthew Mannion to lead a discussion on different/new approaches to meeting management.
  • Business continuity and security issues – the implications for Democratic Services.
  • ADSO National Board feedback.
  • ADSO London Branch Seminar 2017 Feedback – What did you like, and perhaps more importantly what did you not like!
  • ADSO London Branch AGM – Appointment of London Branch Committee Officers

We look forward to seeing as many members as possible!

For more information please contact Gary Woodhall, gwoodhall@eppingforestdc.gov.uk

Sep
19
Tue
ADSO training course – “Steps to Management 3” (RB Kensington and Chelsea) @ Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Sep 19 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

This course is aimed at new managers, or those aspiring to management roles, working in Democratic Services, who want to develop or refresh their skills in managing and developing a team. This will include raising the profile of your team in the organisation and using a coaching approach to problem solving.

 

Overview

At the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

  • Understand team development theory and how to facilitate a productive and engaged team
  • Appreciate different operational styles and how to influence others
  • Be able to use a coaching approach for problem solving
  • Develop techniques for enhancing their effectiveness as a manager

The style of the workshop will be participative with opportunities to discuss real work situations in a supportive environment.

Key topics for discussion:

  • The challenges of leading a team
  • Team development – theory and practice
  • Taking a team through change
  • Influencing styles and the assertiveness model
  • Using coaching techniques to explore options, barriers and choices
  • Problem solving – practical exercise
  • Staying effective in your role
  • Leaning and action points

Facilitators: Sue Keogh, ADSO Director of Development and Jackie Shefferd, Associate Development Consultant, South East Employers.

To book a place on the course, please email: Adso.training@nottinghamcity.gov.uk with the following information:

  • Name and contact details (email and telephone)
  • Job title and Local Authority
  • Date and venue of course 
  • ADSO member yes/no?
  • Additional requirements (dietary etc)
  • Purchase order number (please note that we do not accept bookings without a purchase order number)
East Midlands ADSO meeting @ Leicester City Council, Town Hall, Leicester, LE1 9BG.
Sep 19 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

East Midlands ADSO Meeting 19 September 2017, 10.30am

Leicester City Council, Town Hall, Leicester, LE1 9BG.

It will be followed by a modern.gov regional user group at 12.30pm in the same venue.

For more information, please contact:  rebecca.owen@hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk

 

Agenda

  • board and regional update,
  • verbal update on the training programme,
  • discussion on officer delegated decisions re the 2012 & 2014 regs (led by John Thorpe at Leicester City Council)
  • information exchange section

Sep
26
Tue
ADSO training course – “Steps to “Management 3” (Nottingham City Council) @ Nottingham
Sep 26 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

This course is aimed at new managers, or those aspiring to management roles, working in Democratic Services, who want to develop or refresh their skills in managing and developing a team. This will include raising the profile of your team in the organisation and using a coaching approach to problem solving.

 

Overview

At the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

  • Understand team development theory and how to facilitate a productive and engaged team
  • Appreciate different operational styles and how to influence others
  • Be able to use a coaching approach for problem solving
  • Develop techniques for enhancing their effectiveness as a manager

The style of the workshop will be participative with opportunities to discuss real work situations in a supportive environment.

Key topics for discussion:

  • The challenges of leading a team
  • Team development – theory and practice
  • Taking a team through change
  • Influencing styles and the assertiveness model
  • Using coaching techniques to explore options, barriers and choices
  • Problem solving – practical exercise
  • Staying effective in your role
  • Leaning and action points

Facilitators: Sue Keogh, ADSO Director of Development and Jackie Shefferd, Associate Development Consultant, South East Employers.

To book a place on the course, please email: Adso.training@nottinghamcity.gov.uk with the following information:

  • Name and contact details (email and telephone)
  • Job title and Local Authority
  • Date and venue of course 
  • ADSO member yes/no?
  • Additional requirements (dietary etc)
  • Purchase order number (please note that we do not accept bookings without a purchase order number)