Due to the Covid-19 crisis, we have had to postpone the original in-person event (original details saved below this notice for reference ). Many thanks in advance for your understanding of why this decision has been taken. We will aim to rebook this event once we have more information about when it is deemed safe to host medium-sized public gatherings.

However, we will be holding an online *zoom Q&A session with Penny Thatcher -- Lay Employment Advisor to the Southampton District -- and the Southern & Islands Regional Team on the bookmarked date of June 9th.

Please do consider retaining your ticket or booking a ticket, to join us for this. Your meeting hosts will be on-hand to answer any current questions you might have regarding your role as a line manager, particularly in light of the changing nature of our work. Within this gathering you will also have the opportunity to listen to other people's questions and comments and engage in a whole group discussion.

Please email your questions in advance to Penny: thatcher.penny@gmail.com with the email title 'Question for June 9th'.

Please ensure you email your question by Friday May 29th.

We hope to see you there!

*If you would like any support with using zoom, please visit our blog to watch Jon's zoom tutorial or please feel free to contact the team directly .

https://learningnetsi.org.uk/blog/using-zoom-a-tutorial

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This training day will be led by the regional learning network team and Penny Thatcher -- Lay Employment Advisor to the Southampton District.

Based on reviews gained from those who attended the Managing Lay Employees event in 2019, this event will aim to:

- Bring together line managers from around the region for sharing good practice, food, fellowship and networking,

- Offer specialist training in specific aspects of line management, including the employment cycle; recruitment, development and review,

- Create opportunities for creative thinking, problem solving, asking key questions and sharing good practice examples throughout the event, particularly within the 'Market Place' session.

Programme:

0930am: Refreshments & networking opportunities

1000am: Welcome & Opening devotions

1020am: Session 1 led by Penny Thatcher

1110am: Refreshment break

1125pm: Session 2 led by Penny Thatcher

1215pm: Lunch (provided -- please email the team by 01/06/02 with any dietary requirements)

1pm: Session 3: Market Place led by Penny Thatcher and the S&I Team

230pm: Comfort Break

245pm: Feedback

3:10pm Closing Devotions

3:30pm: Last Departures

FAQs

Who should come to this Learning Network event?

We welcome all persons in roles that are paid or volunteer, lay or ordained from any denomination who line manage in a church context.

How much does this training event cost?

This event is free to anyone working in the Southern & Islands Region of the Methodist Church. This includes workers from other denominations.

About the Connexional Learning Network

Learning and development across the connexion is supported by the Methodist Church's Learning Network. This work has four aims:

nurturing and equipping Christ-like disciples

challenging and equipping mission-shaped communities

forming and equipping those who share in lay and ordained ministry

enabling and encouraging creative thinkers in an environment of scholarship, research and innovation.

The Southern & Islands Region of the Learning Network covers the Channel Islands, South-East, and Southampton districts of the Methodist Church. The region is supported by a team of Learning and Development Officers and a Regional Coordinator who work in partnership with many other people who have a heart and passion for learning and development in the context of mission and ministry.

http://www.methodist.org.uk/learning/network-regions/southern-islands-region

What are my transport options for getting to the event?

Trinity Methodist Church, Woking is a 10 minute walk from Woking Station.

To work out your best options for travel, we suggest using Google Maps, which can give you details for the most ecological and convenient route.

Do you provide food for specialist diets?

Yes. We book outside caters for this event who can account for most specialist diets. However, we need to know all dietary requirements at least one week before the event date to ensure they can be accommodated. Please get in touch with our friendly team to let them know your dietary requirements or catering questions.

What is access and parking like? Are there Disabled Parking Spaces?

There is off-road parking at Trinity Methodist Church, including disabled parking.

There is good access in to and around the building, which is all on one floor.

If you have specific needs that we should be aware of, please get in touch.

Is there a hearing loop system?

Yes

Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Feel free to get in touch, and one of our friendly team will get in touch with you.

Can I update my registration information?

Yes. Feel free to get in touch, and one of our friendly team will help you to make necessary adjustments.

Do you accept refunds?

This event is free, therefore we won't give refunds. We do, however ask that you make efforts to let us know if you cannot attend. This helps us with reducing wastage of resources and food.

The name on the registration/ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?

We ask that there are other people in your party who can confirm you’re part of the booking if your name is not on the ticket in question. It is also possible that if we are catering this event any dietary requirements will not be met. If either of these stipulations cause you problems, please email lnsandi@methodistchurch.org.uk or ask whomever booked tickets to re-book with the correct requirements.

Do you save my contact information?

We do not personally save your contact details. This Eventbrite event sign-up will hold your details for this event. We will only use the details you have provided to contact you about this event and the future dates for this event. If you do not wish to receive any further contact about this event, please email our team and we will delete your details after this event.

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