Our events page lists training, talks and other events which may be of interest to Members’ staff.
Please have a look here to see what’s on: https://w4mp.org/jobs-listings-events/events/
training
All MPs’ Staff Q&A Session: Home Office Update
StandardTime: 14:00 – 15:00
Date: Tuesday 10 January 2023
Location: Online
We are lucky to be joined by Katie Shooter from the Home Office who will provide an update from her team.
This will be a Q&A session if you would like to submit a question, please email MST@parliament.uk , we will pass them to Katie on the day.
Time permitting, we will open the floor for additional questions.
This session is open only to parliamentary intranet users. Please click here to register:
https://parliament.learningpool.com/mod/facetoface/view.php?id=5413
All Staff Q&A Session – Intranet Replacement Project Update
StandardIntranet Replacement Project Update
Time: 10:15 – 11:00
Date: Thursday 1 December 2022
Location: MS Teams
Please join Becky Clarke and Angy El-Mandouh for an online show and tell session on the new intranet project. They will update you on the work done so far and showcase some initial designs. This will be followed by a Q&A session, giving you the opportunity to ask any questions.
Please click here to register: https://parliament.learningpool.com/mod/facetoface/view.php?id=5411
please note that this is only available to parliamentary intranet users
October Caseworker Forum
StandardThe October Caseworker forum is scheduled for Thursday 20 October, 2:30-3:30pm and will be on the topic of ‘The training offer for caseworkers – what do you want?’
It will be led by Tara Cullen of the Members’ Services Team.
If you would like to be invited, please email MST@parliament.uk
Supporting Suicidal Callers
StandardJoin us to learn how to deal with a caller who is talking about suicide.
We are very lucky to be joined by Lorraine Khalaf from the NHS who will be able to share her insight on how to deal with suicidal callers and how to support yourself and your colleagues when dealing with this type of caller.
This event will comprise of a presentation from Lorraine followed by a Q&A session.
We would love to hear from you ahead of the event, so if you have any questions you’d like answering, please email MST@parliament.uk and we will pass these to Lorraine to answer on the day
These sessions will take place on
10 October 2022 – 15:00-16:00
26 October 2022 – 15:00-16:00
Please book via ACT on the Parliamentary Intranet – you must have a network account in order to access this training. https://parliament.learningpool.com/mod/facetoface/view.php?id=5338
Q&A on devolved and reserved matters
StandardCommons Library Casework Discussion Forum
The Library, in conjunction with the Members’ Services Team, is pleased to invite you to the Casework Discussion Forum which will take place virtually each month.
The September forum is taking place on Thursday 22 September, 2-3pm and will be a Q&A on devolved and reserved matters. It will be chaired by Wendy Wilson from the Library, with David Torrance, the Library’s subject specialist on devolution.
If you have any questions, please contact MST@parliament.uk
All MP’s Staff Q&A: Home Office/ Immigration
StandardUpcoming All MP’s Staff Q&A:Home Office/ Immigration
Time: 10:00 – 11:00
Date: Tuesday 13 September 2022
Venue: Online via Teams
Booking essential: Click this link to book
Due to high demand, we are hosting a further event with the Home Office. We are lucky to be joined by Katie Shooter from the Home Office. Katie will provide an update from her team and will be more than happy to answer your queries on how the Home Office process Immigration Applications.
This will be a Q&A session if you would like to submit a question, please email MST@parliament.uk , we will pass them to Katie on the day.
Time permitting, we will open the floor for additional questions.
Wellbeing – looking after yourself and others
StandardCaseworker Discussion Forum hosted by the Commons Library
The Library, in conjunction with the Members’ Services Team, is pleased to invite you to the Casework Discussion Forum which will take place virtually each month.
The next session is taking place on Thursday 18 August, 9:30-10:30am and will be on the topic of Wellbeing – looking after yourself and others. It will be chaired by Wendy Wilson from the Library.
The Forum will be complemented by a dedicated Teams chat which will allow you to share ideas and best practice, as well as support being on hand from the Library should specialist knowledge be required.
(Please note, you do not have to be a Caseworker to attend these sessions, they are open to any Members’ staff who handle casework.)
If you have any questions, please contact MST@parliament.uk
Upcoming HR Familiarisation Sessions
StandardLearn about skills starting as an Office Manager
Office Manager – Getting Started Workshop for Members’ Staff
To book, please click this link Thursday 15 September 10-12 pm
Course overview
This workshop focuses on the elements of an Office Manager’s role that relates to HR best practice. It provides an opportunity to build knowledge and get practical guidance from the Members’ HR Advice Services.
- The Members HR Services team
- Your role as an Office Manager for an MP
- Recruitment
- Running the office
- Insurance
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
PDS Summer Training Sessions
Standard| Date | Topic | How to sign up |
| Thursday 28 July 2pm | Cyber Security Briefing essential to understanding the risks and mitigations around cyber security for us all, both in and out of work | Registration form for webinar here |
| Friday 29 July 10am | Introduction to Microsoft Teamstips on using Teams as a tool to organise and communicate. Learn about chats, channels, calendar, calls and files | Registration form for webinar here |
| Tuesday 2 August 11am | Accessibility features demonstration from Microsoft Microsoft are running a session on how to use the inbuilt accessibility features on your Windows device and Microsoft365 applications | Email the Digital Service Accessibility Champions |
| Thursday 4 August 2pm | Introduction to SharePointtips on how to use SharePoint as a tool for creating, saving and collaborating on shared documents | Registration form for webinar here |
| Friday 5 August 10am | Introduction to OneDrivetips on how to use OneDrive as a tool for individual work, document storage and remote access to personal files | Registration form for webinar here |
| Thursday 11 August 2pm | Using Microsoft Outlook effectivelytips for managing your mailbox and getting the best out of available features | Registration form for webinar here |
| Friday 12 August 10am | Microsoft Plannerhow to use Planner to work collaboratively and manage team tasks, projects and work streams | Registration form for webinar here |
| Thursday 18 August 2pm | Introduction to Microsoft Teams tips on using Teams as a tool to organise and communicate. Learn about chats, channels, calendar, calls and files | Sign up for webinar here |
| Friday 19 August 10am | Cyber Security Briefingessential to understanding the risks and mitigations around cyber security for us all, both in and out of work | Registration form for webinar here |
| Thursday 25 August 2pm | Introduction to OneDrivetips on how to use OneDrive as a tool for individual work, document storage and remote access to personal files | Registration form for webinar here |
| Friday 26 August 10am | Introduction to SharePointtips on how to use SharePoint as a tool for creating, saving and collaborating on shared documents | Registration form for webinar here |
| Thursday 1 September 2pm | Microsoft Plannerhow to use Planner to work collaboratively and manage team tasks, projects and work streams | Registration form for webinar here |
| Friday 2 September 10am | Using Microsoft Outlook effectivelytips for managing your mailbox and getting the best out of available features | Registration form for webinar here |