We’re thrilled to introduce you to Affinity Academy – our dedicated hub for learning and development. It’s designed to inspire our candidates and colleagues, helping them excel in their roles and beyond.

 

From online training courses, webinars, and information packs, our Learning and Development team has handpicked a range of topics and resources so you can continue to develop and upskill whilst working.

 

Our training portfolio has been thoughtfully curated to meet your needs. Candidates have access to comprehensive training modules such as Teaching Assistant Toolkits, Safeguarding Refresher Training, SEND, Primary National Curriculum, and Behaviour Toolkits.

 

AWS employees, on the other hand, can explore a broad range of training programs, including GDPR, Leadership, Candidate Management, Business Development, and Sales.

Register to our upcoming training sessions

 

 

View our latest online training courses to help you upskill and learn valuable skills you can take to the classroom. Lean more about our upcoming training sessions below and register for the ones that peak your interest.

Supporting Graduates into a Career in Education

 

This training session supports graduates interested in education careers. We’ll cover various routes (volunteering, support staff, QTS), career progression, expectations when working with children, and beneficial skills. Starting with an agency is recommended for finding suitable roles and receiving ongoing CPD support.

 

This training session will take place on Wednesday 28th May at 5:30pm

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SEND – Communication & ASD

 

Learn to understand and support the communication needs of students with SEND, with a focus on Autism (ASD). Discover practical ways to improve communication with autistic students in learning environments.

 

This training session will take place on Wednesday 28th May at 10:00am.

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Behaviour Toolkit

 

Learn how to effectively support positive student behaviour with this toolkit training. You’ll explore the foundations of successful school behaviour practices, understand why children behave the way they do, discover strategies to help individual students, and learn practical behaviour management for classrooms and beyond.

 

This training session will take place on Wednesday 22nd October at 10.30am & 12:30pm and also Wednesday 29th October at 10.30am & 12.30pm.

 

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Candidate resource portal

 

 

Explore our resources designed to support your career growth. Select the category that best describes your job role to find useful materials and guidance that you can implement in the classroom. Whether you’re an early career teacher, a nursery worker, an experienced teacher, or a teaching assistant, our resources will help you enhance your skills and advance your career. To explore all our career advice resources, click here.

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Nursery Workers

 

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As part of our dedication to training and development, we have partnered with The Skills Network. Explore over 30 level 2 online learning courses that will help you upskill, reskill, and personally develop.

 

Our fully funded courses pave a seamless path for improving your skills and expanding your limits. With financial concerns out of the equation, you can focus on enhancing your knowledge and perfecting your skills.

 

Explore learning courses on topics including Working With and Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities, Self-harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention, Introducing Caring for Children and Young People, Understanding Autism, Awareness of Mental Health Problems, and more.

 

Visit the Affinity x The Skills Network page

 

Affinity Workforce have partnered with Candidate Go to offer all our candidates free, online courses to support them in their roles. The portal offers 22 optional courses that will benefit your classroom knowledge and skills. You will be able to see all the courses you have completed. Once you have completed the training, there will be an option to download a certificate.

 

How can I access the training?

 

Your consultant will send you a link to the portal, which will enable you to add your name and email address. Once you have inputted this information, you will have access to all the courses and can start your online training.

 

Who do I contact if I have problems accessing the portal?

 

You can access a help centre for commons questions and queries at: https://www.candidatego.com/looking_for_my_training.

 

If you can’t find the answer you need, please email academy@affinityworkforce.com outlining the issues you are having.

Bellavia Training Consultancy

 

 

At Affinity Workforce, we’re dedicated to equipping our candidates with the skills and confidence they need to thrive in their roles. That’s why we’ve partnered with Bellavia Training Consultancy, led by Kate Bellavia, a Senior Team Teach Trainer and Behaviour Specialist with over 25 years of experience in education.

 

Through this partnership, we provide high-quality training for candidates working in secondary schools, focusing on building confidence and effectiveness in the classroom. Whether delivered through live virtual sessions or face-to-face training, these courses offer valuable insights and opportunities to connect with peers. Ideal for teachers, support staff, and graduates considering a career in education, these training sessions are designed to support self-reflection and drive positive outcomes in educational settings.

 

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Meet Affinity Academy trainer, Emma Ford

 

Meet Emma Ford, an experienced educational leader in the primary sector. With over a decade of experience in challenging schools, Emma is passionate about creating school cultures centered around values and has expertise in providing bespoke provision for complex children.

 

Emma excels in developing leaders through coaching and strategic professional development. With extensive experience in training delivery across the country, she is well-versed in supporting families within safeguarding. She has worked across the country supporting schools with a wide range of themes including self-evaluation, curriculum development, coaching and induction programmes.

 

Explore Emma’s courses and expertise at EVF Education.

 

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A word from our Learning & Development Manager

 

 

‘Continuous learning is vital to our business, and by investing in the learning and development of our employees, we are enhancing the capabilities and knowledge put back into the education system.

 

We aim to continue to foster a culture of growth, and development in all our employees by providing support, training and development throughout your journey with us’.

The latest Affinity Academy news

 

 

Stay informed and inspired with our latest Affinity Academy blog. Here you’ll find the latest insights, tips and stories related to our learning and development opportunities.

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Affinity Academy FAQs

 

At Affinity Workforce, we’re committed to continuous growth and skill enhancement to support your professional journey and personal development.

 

Whether you’re seeking to enhance your skills, stay up to date with industry trends, or explore new areas of expertise, Affinity Academy has something for everyone. We address common questions about Affinity Academy, such as what it offers, the types of learning resources available, who will be running the sessions, how to register, and more.

 

Explore our FAQs to discover how Affinity Academy can support you in reaching your professional goals.

 

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Hear from our candidates

 

 

Our comprehensive training sessions are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in your career. But don’t just take our word for it—hear directly from those who have benefited from our courses and the positive experience they have had.

“The enthusiasm and knowledge of the trainer was excellent. She raised my knowledge and therefore made me want to take as many notes as possible on an interesting, useful subject I knew little about, so I could refer to these later.”

 

 

– Robert, Building Resilience to Develop Lifelong Learners attendee

“Every part of the training is informative and profound. Thank you so much!”

 

 

– Jasmin, Safeguarding Refresher attendee

“The additional information and explanations were great. The trainer delicately dealt with difficult subjects within safeguarding.”

 

 

– Caryn, Safeguarding Refresher attendee

“It opened my eyes to a greater understanding of what SEND entailed and how to use the knowledge acquired in my day-to-day role.”

 

 

– Adeola, SEND Toolkit attendee

“I really enjoyed the workshop. It encouraged active participation and engagement from the attendees.”

 

 

– David, Skills for supply in Secondary Schools attendee

“The trainer was incredibly good at her job. She got me glued to my screen from start to finish.”

 

 

– Rita, Developing Personal Well-being attendee

“I enjoyed a lot because it was very good. Everyone was open to share their experiences and thoughts. I enjoyed a lot because they were listening and encouraging to all participants.”

 

 

– Rohma, Building Resilience to develop lifelong learners attendee

“It was very helpful. I have received very good advice and I can apply them in my role.”

 

 

– Cristina, SEND 121 Training attendee

“I liked the presentation of the work and the depth of research put in.”

 

 

– Alfred, SEND 121 Training attendee

“It was engaging and the information was useful and relevant.”

 

 

– Mima, TA Toolkit attendee

“I enjoyed everything about the training because I knew and learned new things about passing knowledge to young children in my class and how to protect them.”

 

 

– Imonitaman, Primary Supply 101 attendee

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Got questions? We’re here to help!

 

 

If you have any questions about Affinity Academy or our training sessions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

You can either reach out to us at academy@affinityworkforce.com or by filling out the contact form below.

We’re here to support your growth and development every step of the way.