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Staff Training and School Support

Currently Available in Dorset schools only

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I have worked with over 70 schools across Dorset, including First, Primary, Middle, Secondary and Upper Schools, including those for pupils with special educational needs. 

Staff Training

For all staff and governors to find out more about creating an inclusive and welcoming school for Rainbow Families and LGBT+  young people. 

Ally Training

For staff who want to be visible allies and actively support young LGBT+ students in their school. 

Direct School Support

Tailored 1:1 to support a young LGBT+ person through coming out and/or transitioning.

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Charges/ Voluntary Donations for Staff Training go entirely to supporting out LGBT+ Youth Groups.
Suggested donations at the bottom of the page.

Staff Training

Staff Training
75-90 minutes

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  • Builds on the work you are doing already - collaborative, not instructive

  • Lots of opportunities for discussion and to ask questions

  • Information on trans, non-binary and intersex, plus use of pronouns

  • Suggestions on talking to parents

  • Impact of inclusivity work in school for all pupils

  • Ideas on embedding inclusivity into your teaching and ensuring that everyone knows how welcoming your school is

  • Using the values of the school to promote inclusivity and a welcoming and inclusive environment throughout the school

  • Legal documentation eg Equality Act 2010 and guidance eg CofE, Ofsted

Participant Feedback

'Mel's session was really informative and built my confidence.'

'Extremely valuable session - made me realise how much more I can do to help.'

'My family were at your training and it has been an epiphany for them. This has made such a massive difference and I am so grateful.'

'Mel kept us entertained and engaged just before the holiday!'

'Can't wait for you to come into the class now.'

Ally Training
60-90 minutes

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  • Aimed at members of staff willing to be visible allies to LGBT+ students

  • Builds on the work you are doing already - collaborative, not instructive

  • Lots of opportunities for discussion and to ask questions (particularly in longer sessions)

  • More information on gender, transgender and non-binary issues, including how to support a pupil who wants to come out/ socially transition

  • Supporting a young person who is exploring their sexuality and wants to talk to a supportive adult

  • Guidance on talking to parents

  • Being a visible ally

  • Where to go next - having the biggest impact in your school

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Participant Feedback

 'We really enjoyed and learned a lot from hearing the stories from young people'

' I feel much more able to support the students in our school now.'

'I've realised that I can do small things but they really make a difference.'

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Ally Training
1:1 Support
Contact Me
Dorset Primary Package - £150 donation (negotiable)  to Space Youth Project

Includes:
  • Introductory Staff Training (see above)
  • One day working with children in school only £50 extra if booked at the same time (see Student Workshops page)  
  • Goody Bag, including flags, stickers, info and a  copy of What Does LGBT+ Mean?
     
Dorset Secondary Package - £250 donation (negotiable) to Space Youth Project

Includes:
  • Introductory Staff Training or Ally Training for staff  (see above)
  • One day working with students in school - only £100 extra if booked at the same time (see Student Workshops page)
  • Goody Bag including flags, stickers, info and copies of What Does LGBT+ Mean and What's the T?
     
Please contact us for charges for all other training/ student workshops.
 
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