Buckinghamshire Traded Services

Training and CPD for Schools

Training and CPD for Schools

Continued Professional Development within Buckinghamshire is delivered by BESST, a range of other expert Buckinghamshire Council teams and partner agencies.

Additionally, Buckinghamshire Council works closely with expert partners from across Buckinghamshire and beyond to signpost schools to excellent training and CPD opportunities. More details

BESST Training and CPD

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Statutory assessment and standardisation training events

We are currently running a range of half-day standardisation training events. 

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Reducing the Cultural Capital Gap 

This conference will support schools by presenting strategies and resources to increase the cultural opportunities for disadvantaged pupils in Buckinghamshire. 

 The Gateway, Aylesbury 
 21.10.24

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Supporting Behaviour & Attitudes in Secondary Schools

The conference will provide updates on both local initiatives and Ofsted inspections of Behaviour and Attitudes.

 TBC
 23.10.24

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Counting Stars Math Conference: for primary and secondary 

A full day of networking and learning opportunities for Maths Subject Leaders.

 The Gateway, Aylesbury 
 07.02.25 

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Supporting the Experience & Outcomes for Disadvantaged Students in Secondary Schools

A good education is fundamental to improving life chances and is one of the most powerful tools in lifting children out of poverty.

 The Gateway, Aylesbury 
 13.02.25

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Write On! Exploring the art of teaching writing to children’

A Primary English conference to share best practices and provide fantastic professional development opportunities for English Subject Leads.

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 25.02.24 

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Safeguarding Conference

This one-day conference will present best practice case studies covering a range of key and topical safeguarding subjects.

TBC
 20.05.25

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Self-Evaluate Your Literacy Provision for Disadvantaged Pupils

This training will support school leaders to carry out a robust self-evaluation of literacy provision.

 Online via Teams 
 14.11.24

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An Introduction to EAL Assessment- Primary

The Bell Foundation’s EAL Assessment Framework for Schools provides a set of standards to assist schools in establishing English language proficiency. 

 Online via Teams 
 20.11.24 

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Teaching Assistants: Working with Learners using EAL (Secondary)

This online course aims to familiarise teaching assistants (TAs) with some of the challenges that learners using English as an Additional Language (EAL) might face.

 Online via Teams 
 26.02.25

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Adaptive Teaching for  Learners using EAL - Primary 

This course equips you to adapt teaching in a responsive way to meet the language development needs of pupils using EAL. 

 Online via Teams 
 04.06.25

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BUCKS CHALLENGE - Igniting a Love and Passion for Literacy

Find out how to ensure every pupil learns to read, write and develop the language they need to understand and connect to the books they read. 

 Online via Teams 
 03.07.25

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Are you a dedicated teacher in Buckinghamshire looking to expand your professional horizons? Our Statutory Assessment and Moderation Training page is now live, featuring the Moderator Application Pack for this year!

Why Become a Moderator?

  • Enhance Your Skills: Gain valuable experience in assessment and moderation.
  • Professional Growth: Collaborate with fellow educators and contribute to the quality of education in our schools.
  • Make an Impact: Play a crucial role in maintaining high standards of student assessment.

Who Can Apply?

  • Teachers from any Primary school in Buckinghamshire.

How to Apply?

  • Visit our Statutory Assessment and Moderation Training page.
  • Download the Moderator Application Pack.
  • Follow the instructions to submit your application.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of our dedicated team of moderators. Apply now and make a difference!

Download Pack

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Raising Attainment in Maths for Special Schools

Unlock the potential of every student with our conference, Raising Attainment in Maths for Special Schools. 

TBC
 Postponed

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The Bucks Challenge Conference One

The aim of this conference is to raise attainment for disadvantaged pupils in order to improve life chances and mobility.

Weston Turville Golf Club
 15.10.24

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Pupil Book Study with Alex Bedford

 

Published author Alex Bedford will be guiding you through his book 'Pupil Book Study: An evidence-informed guide to help quality assure the curriculum'

 The Gateway, Aylesbury 
 06.11.24

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How to Make Better Use of Your Safeguarding Data

Are you ready to support and challenge your school’s safeguarding practices? Look no further!

TBC
 29.01.25

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The Bucks Challenge Conference two

 

We are pleased to announce a new schedule of free workshops and conferences for 2024/25 to carry on the brilliant work our schools have been doing so far. 

 The Gateway, Aylesbury 
 04.02.25

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Raising Behaviour & Attitudes in Special Schools

Elevate the learning environment in your special school with this bespoke conference for educators working with pupils with specific behavioural needs. 

TBC
 11.02.25

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The Bucks Challenge Workshop One 

This workshop will include a practical task with an in-school application.

 Online via Teams 
 12.11.24

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The Bucks Challenge Workshop Two

This workshop will include a practical task with an in-school application.

 Online via Teams 
 11.03.25

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Meeting the needs of all learners

The aim this half-day conference is to provide curriculum leaders and teachers an opportunity to engage with innovative practice to meet the needs of all learners within the curriculum.

 

 Online via Teams 
 29.04.25

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How to Write a Whole School Pupil Premium Strategy

This workshop will support Pupil Premium Leads, Headteachers and Pupil Premium Governors to lead a whole school approach for academic 2025/26

TBC
 22.05.25

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Adaptive Teaching for  Learners using EAL - Secondary 

This course equips you to adapt teaching in a responsive way to meet the language development needs of pupils using EAL.

 Online via Teams 
 25.06.25

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Bucks Challenge - Using Your Data to Plan Your Literacy Provision

This training will support delegates to use both qualitative and quantitative data to inform high-quality literacy provision for all pupils.

 Online via Teams 
 20.02.25

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The training programme is open to leaders and staff in all Buckinghamshire schools and academies.  This brochure will evolve as new training is added throughout the academic year and an updated version will available each term.

Please find a link to the new BESST Training & Conference Brochure for 2024-25.

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