Knowledge Centre – Cog Spark

Working with Carers and Social Workers to Support Student Mental Health

This 3-hour masterclass equips educators, carers, and social workers with practical strategies to support student mental health through effective collaboration. It explores communication techniques, the impact of trauma, and multi-agency coordination, ensuring a consistent, supportive approach that fosters stability, resilience, and well-being for vulnerable children and young people.

Self-Care for Virtual School Staff: Preventing Compassion Fatigue and Burnout

This 90-minute masterclass supports Virtual School staff in preventing compassion fatigue and burnout while working in emotionally demanding roles. It explores sustainable self-care strategies, resilience-building techniques, and organisational approaches to maintaining well-being. Participants will learn how to balance workloads, set boundaries, and foster a supportive Virtual School culture.

The Impact of Loss and Separation on Learning and Wellbeing in Virtual School students

This 90-minute masterclass helps Virtual School professionals support students experiencing loss, separation, and grief, which can disrupt learning and well-being. It explores trauma-informed strategies, remote engagement techniques, and multi-agency collaboration, ensuring students receive consistent emotional support across their educational and care settings, fostering resilience and a compassionate school culture.

Effective Wellbeing Interventions for Looked After Children and Previously Looked After Children in Virtual Schools

This 3-hour masterclass equips Virtual School professionals with trauma-informed strategies to support the emotional well-being of Looked After and Previously Looked After Children. It focuses on building resilience, fostering stability, and strengthening multi-agency collaboration, ensuring students receive consistent, evidence-based interventions that promote well-being across their educational and care settings.

Developing a Whole-School Approach to Mental Health and Wellbeing in Virtual Schools

This full day masterclass equips Virtual School professionals with strategies to embed mental well-being into policies, guidance, and support frameworks. It focuses on recognising mental health needs, strengthening multi-agency collaboration, and developing sustainable interventions. Participants will build confidence in advocating for students’ well-being across diverse educational and care settings.

Recognising and Responding to Mental Health Crises in Virtual School Settings

This 3-hour masterclass helps Virtual School professionals identify and respond to mental health crises in children in care. It covers trauma-informed interventions, de-escalation strategies, and signposting to support services. Participants will develop policies that foster a safe, responsive environment, ensuring effective safeguarding across educational and home settings.

Supporting the Mental Health of Looked-After and Previously Looked-After Children

This course equips education staff to support the mental well-being of looked-after and previously looked-after children. It covers trauma’s impact, attachment difficulties, and distress signs, providing strategies for creating a secure, trauma-informed environment. Participants learn practical interventions to build resilience and self-regulation while strengthening multi-agency collaboration and advocacy.

Boosting Secondary School Staff Wellbeing: Tools for a Healthier Workplace

Boost wellbeing, manage stress, and create a healthier work-life balance in just 60 minutes! This interactive session equips staff with practical strategies to stay focused, handle workplace pressures, and prioritise self-care. Discover simple yet effective techniques to enhance wellbeing and foster a supportive, positive team culture for long-term success.

Supporting Parents and Carers in Secondary Schools: Recognising and Responding to Mental Health Needs

This masterclass equips secondary school staff with skills to support parents and carers facing mental health challenges. It covers recognising difficulties, fostering a safe and inclusive school environment, and creating confidential support spaces. Participants will gain practical strategies to strengthen school-family partnerships, ultimately improving student and carer wellbeing.

Pathways Back to Learning: Supporting Secondary Students with EBSA

This half-day masterclass equips secondary school staff with essential knowledge on Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA). It covers causes, early warning signs, and effective interventions. Participants will learn practical strategies to reduce anxiety, support reintegration, foster a supportive environment, and collaborate with families and professionals to improve student outcomes.

Recognising and Supporting Secondary Students with Eating Disorders

This full-day training helps secondary school staff identify eating disorder signs and support affected students. It covers different disorders, their impact, and sensitive communication. Participants will gain practical strategies for student support, fostering a positive school environment, and collaborating with parents and professionals to promote mental health and well-being.

Supporting Teenage Minds: A Secondary School Guide to Teen Mental Health

This 90-minute webinar equips secondary school staff with essential knowledge on teenage mental health. Covering brain development, modern challenges, risk factors, and early warning signs, it provides practical strategies to foster student well-being. Participants will gain skills to create a supportive school environment where teens feel heard, understood, and empowered.

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