Leicester Technicon February 2023

It was lovely to see our members at the Leicester Technicon. It was a great day for teachers which started with some General updates and discussions around the table which included Rose awards, Class awards and Examtrack.

After lunch teachers had the opportunity to participate in a fun workshop from Mark Hudson based on ‘Sister Act’, which was enjoyed by both spectators and participants.

This was followed by an informative demonstration from Rosina Andrews Downing on Conditioning for Pirouettes and Pirouette technique and an Acrobatic Tumbling session from Pam Chater.

The day concluded with a re-cap of the New Introduction to Grade 1 Tap by Mark Hudson.

Thanks to everyone that joined us, and we look forward to seeing you at the AGM in September.

Teachers Registration

Please be reminded that our new procedures for Registration came into effect on 1 January 2023. From this date, all teachers will be required to show evidence of Level 1 Safeguarding course for children in addition to the existing requirements of an Enhanced DBS check (must be dated within the last two years); First Aid certificate — practical course (online courses are not acceptable); and proof of attendance at meetings.

In addition, the new look ReRegistration form will also include a tick list like that in the Centre Approval document. We hope this will assist teachers in keeping up to date with current requirements and legislation. Any queries regarding this, please contact Emma or Lisa at Head Office.

Safeguarding Courses

Safeguarding is an important aspect of dance teaching and is now included as part of our Teachers Registration. Below are some useful links for online safeguarding courses.

PROSPERO: www.prosperoteaching.com/courses/safeguarding-youngpeople-teach/

NSPCC: https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/training/child-protectionsafeguarding-sport

TES/Educare: www.educare.co.uk/courses/safeguarding-young-people

CPD ONLINE: www.cpdonline.co.uk/course/safeguarding-children-level-2/

HIGHSPEED TRAINING: www.highspeedtraining.co.uk/courses/safeguarding/ introduction-to-safeguarding-children-training-course/

VIRTUAL COLLEGE: www.virtual-college.co.uk/courses/safeguarding/ safeguarding-everyone-level-1