Upcoming Events & Training

9TH OCTOBER 2026, 1:00PM – 2:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Black History Month Webinar: In Search of My People

Join us for a powerful and personal journey of discovery, identity and belonging This presentation honours our communities by sharing the personal journey of Dr Arlene P. Weekes, which began at the age of 15 with feelings of anger and many unanswered questions after watching Roots and discovering the history of slavery in Africa, a history she had never been taught.

From the age of 25, Dr Weekes travelled extensively across Africa, including visits to Kenya, Egypt, Ghana and The Gambia, seeking a deeper connection to her ancestral roots beyond Guyana and Barbados, the two Caribbean nations to which her maternal ancestors were taken during the transatlantic slave trade.

In 2020, a DNA test conducted by African Ancestry identified her maternal lineage as Bamileke from Cameroon. In 2025, to mark her 60th birthday, she travelled to Cameroon, continuing a profound journey of discovery, connection and belonging.

Through personal stories, reflections and lived experiences, Dr Weekes explores the significance of heritage, identity and the transformative power of reconnecting with ancestral roots.

13TH OCTOBER 2026, 4:00PM – 5:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 6: Writing effective reports for EHCPs (Health)

This session will cover :

Preparing effective reports; scrutinising and evaluating professional evidence of others in EHC Plans.n overview of Disability Discrimination within the Equality Act 2010.

Duties on schools and education providers.

Duty to make reasonable adjustments.

14th OCTOBER 2026, 2:00PM – 3:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Black History Month Webinar: Reclaiming the Richness of Black History

When we think about Black history, where does the story begin?

In this reflective and interactive session, King Simpson will explore how Black history is often presented through a narrow lens, beginning with slavery and colonialism while overlooking the societies, knowledge and contributions that came before and continued alongside them.

The session will consider how this incomplete picture can shape identity, belonging and perceptions of Black children and young people today. Participants will be encouraged to reflect on what a fuller understanding of Black history can bring to genuinely anti-racist professional practice.

21ST OCTOBER 2026, 10:00AM – 11:30AM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Parent Carer Workshop: The MCA – DoL & Your Loved Ones Rights, Your Rights& Professional Responsibilities

These sessions are designed for Parent Carers & Family Representatives.
Purpose:
– Increase understanding of transitional safeguarding and MCA
– Provide accessible information about rights, safeguards, and processes
– Enable informed engagement in decision-making
– Improve understanding of professional responsibilities in relation to the MCA and deprivation of liberty

Sessions will be tailored to be clear, practical, and inclusive, ensuring accessibility for all participants.

22ND OCTOBER 2026, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 7: Attending tribunal as a witness

This session will cover :

What type of witness am I?

Witness statements.

Preparing for and attending Tribunal.

22ND OCTOBER 2026, 1:00PM – 2:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Black History Month: We Built, We Served, We Changed: Black Achievement, Community and Social Work

Created and presented by Ray Addai – an experienced social worker and anti-racist consultant practitioner with over a decade of experience in children’s social care. 

This Black History Month session moves beyond the familiar names to explore the achievements of Black professionals, pioneers and communities, and what their stories can teach us about identity, resilience, belonging and anti-racist social work practice. We invite you to expect some surprising stories, critical reflection and a few challenges to how we understand the children and families we work with.

27TH OCTOBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 28TH OCTOBER 2026, 10:00AM-1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2

This training consists of 2 sessions.

These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations

28TH OCTOBER 2026, 1:00PM-2:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Black History Month Webinar – From Tilbury to the Nature Island: Honouring the Communities That Made Us

We are pleased to invite collegues from all 11 Local Authorities to our regional webinar to celebrate Black History Month.

Dr Sylvia Smith will deliver a thought-provoking session titled From Tilbury to the Nature Island: Honouring the Communities That Made Us. Through a blend of social history and personal storytelling, Sylvia will reflect on the communities, experiences and heritage that have shaped identity and belonging. Dedicated to the memory of her late mother ,Evette Smith nee Robin, this session honours the people, places and values that have influenced generations and helped shape who we are. The event supports the region’s commitment to anti-racist practice and celebrates the rich contributions of Black communities.

3RD NOVEMBER 2026, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 8: Regulation 6 – Role of the ICB

This session will cover :

Overview of health-related sections in an EHC Plan.

Role of the ICB in annual reviews.

Role of the ICB in First-tier Tribunal appeals.

3RD NOVEMBER 2026, 1:00PM – 3:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region EHCP Moderation Learning Session

This session will cover :

Free regional EHCP moderation session with Invision360

Activity: As a group, reflect on the EHCPs and the Invision360 completed audit summaries. Together, examine the three EHCPs that have already been audited (Gold / Silver / Bronze). Discuss the reasoning behind why gradings were applied and work towards achieving greater consistency in understanding what constitutes a ‘good’ EHCP.

Outcome: Consistent understanding for each section of an EHCP, with regards to what constitutes strong output.

5th NOVEMBER 2026, 4:00PM – 5:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 9: Parental responsibility/voice of the child etc – when parents disagree or child/parent disagrees

This session will cover :

Approach to the views, wishes, and feelings of the child/young person and their parent(s).

Differing parental voices.

Role of alternative persons.

9th NOVEMBER 2026, 2:00PM – 3:30PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Workshop – The Weight of Care

This online workshop is hosted by King Simpson

King Simpson is a care-experienced social values campaigner, workshop facilitator, writer and filmmaker whose work explores the intersections between care, identity, race, trauma and emotional wellbeing.

The Weight of Care

This workshop combines lived experience, narrative film, and reflective practice to explore the long-term impact of broken attachments, care transitions, and trauma.

Designed to bridge the gap between care-experienced individuals and the professionals who support them, it invites participants into a shared space of empathy, learning, and accountability.

10th NOVEMBER 2026, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 10: Ceasing to maintain EHCPs

This session will cover :

How and in what circumstances can an EHC Plan be ceased?

Other scenarios in which a LA’s responsibility to maintain a Plan stops.

10th NOVEMBER 2026, 2:00PM – 3:30PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Workshop – The Weight of Care

This online workshop is hosted by King Simpson

King Simpson is a care-experienced social values campaigner, workshop facilitator, writer and filmmaker whose work explores the intersections between care, identity, race, trauma and emotional wellbeing.

The Weight of Care

This workshop combines lived experience, narrative film, and reflective practice to explore the long-term impact of broken attachments, care transitions, and trauma.

Designed to bridge the gap between care-experienced individuals and the professionals who support them, it invites participants into a shared space of empathy, learning, and accountability.

11th NOVEMBER 2026, 12:15PM – 1:30PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the webinar: Unconscious Bias, Intersectionality, and Social Identity Theory – understanding their impact on residential child care

This session will present the change thinking in an  intersectional way can take our care planning deeper and wider, and be more detailed to a purpose.

Recognising intersectionality supports this task through bringing an understanding that people’s experiences are shaped by a blend of factors, including (but not limited to) age, background, gender, financial status, and where they grew up. It helps us to appreciate each individual’s complexities and makes people feel seen and valued for who they truly are.

Starting from considering the following questions regarding social identity theory

•How can we protect and assist a child in building resilience from challenges that we are unaware of?

•How can we build an authentic relationship when we only know the parts of the child we are able to see?

•How can we ensure we are positive about their identity if we are unaware of our own unconscious bias?

•How can we help a child to be personally and socially responsible if we are not personally and socially responsible?

We will end looking at a proposal for Intersectional Care Planning that has central to it strengths and individualised care, the quality of attentive attuned relationships,  an appreciation of belonging and stability as outcomes of emotional, social and psychological wellbeing, upholding rights the effectiveness of planning for children’s moves into the home

28TH OCTOBER 2026, 1:00PM – 2:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Black History Month Webinar – From Tilbury to the Nature Island: Honouring the Communities That Made Us

Dr Sylvia Smith will deliver a thought-provoking session titled From Tilbury to the Nature Island: Honouring the Communities That Made Us. Through a blend of social history and personal storytelling, Sylvia will reflect on the communities, experiences and heritage that have shaped identity and belonging. Dedicated to the memory of her late mother ,Evette Smith nee Robin, this session honours the people, places and values that have influenced generations and helped shape who we are. The event supports the region’s commitment to anti-racist practice and celebrates the rich contributions of Black communities.

3RD NOVEMBER 2026, 1:00PM – 3:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region EHCP Moderation Learning Session

Free regional EHCP moderation session with Invision360

Activity: As a group, reflect on the EHCPs and the Invision360 completed audit summaries. Together, examine the three EHCPs that have already been audited (Gold / Silver / Bronze). Discuss the reasoning behind why gradings were applied and work towards achieving greater consistency in understanding what constitutes a ‘good’ EHCP.

Outcome: Consistent understanding for each section of an EHCP, with regards to what constitutes strong output. 

Reserve your place today!

5TH NOVEMBER 2026, 4:00PM – 5:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 9: Parental responsibility/voice of the child etc – when parents disagree or child/parent disagrees

This session will cover :

Approach to the views, wishes, and feelings of the child/young person and their parent(s).

Differing parental voices.

Role of alternative persons.

10TH NOVEMBER 2026, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 10: Ceasing to maintain EHCPs

This session will cover :

How and in what circumstances can an EHC Plan be ceased?

Other scenarios in which a LA’s responsibility to maintain a Plan stops.

16TH NOVEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 17TH NOVEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2

This workshop consists of 2 session

These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations

19TH NOVEMBER 2026, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 11: Flexible session – responding to White Paper developments, regional needs etc.

This session will be a flexible session, looking at responding to White Paper developments, regional needs etc.

26TH NOVEMBER 2026, 4:00PM – 5:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 12: Personal Budgets & Direct Payments

This session will cover :

An introduction to Personal Budgets and how they can be used to facilitate provisions within an EHC Plan.

26TH NOVEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Partner/Voluntary Workshops: MCA/DoL Advanced (Level 2) for the PVI Sector

These sessions are designed for Partner/Voluntary Workers, for example, Children’s Residential Homes, SEND provisions, provisions involved in transitions

The session covers responsibilities under the MCA/DoL but also link this to SEND CoP and the Children Homes Regulations and CQC Regulations

30TH NOVEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 11:30AM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Parent Carer Forum Workshops: An Introduction to the MCA & DoL for Parent Carer Representatives

These sessions are designed for Parent Carer Representatives.
Purpose:
– To build sustainable capacity by enabling participants to:
– Support parent carers and peer networks
– Cascade knowledge effectively
– Direct parent/carers to relevant information in this area
– Improve their understanding of the MCA and the rights of the person, the rights of families and professional responsibilities in this area.
– Have a general understanding of deprivation of liberty and how this applies to children and adults

1ST DECEMBER 2026, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 13: Social Care Reforms and the overlap with SEND Reform

This session will cover :

Overview of current position and horizon scanning of reform programmes in social care.

8TH DECEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 12:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Virtual Legal Training: SEND Fundamentals

This session will cover :

What does the law say about SEND and how this should be delivered?

11TH DECEMBER 2026, 10:00am-12:00pm

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Part of the Eastern Region’s Commitment to Anti-Racist Practice

We warmly invite Global Majority colleagues from all 11 local authorities across the Eastern Region to join an online reflective space, supported and facilitated by a qualified psychotherapist.  This is our sixth session, following previous successful events. Feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with attendees agreeing that this is a valued and much-needed space.

This space is reserved exclusively for our Global Majority colleagues.

These sessions provide a safe and supportive environment to share experiences and reflect on feelings.

Connect with peers across the region.  Reserve your place today!

21ST DECEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 22ND DECEMBER 2026, 10:00AM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2

This workshop consists of 2 sessions.

These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations

7TH JANUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 8TH JANUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2

This workshop consists of 2 sessions.

These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations

12TH JANUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 12:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Virtual Legal Training: What makes a good EHCP?

This session will cover :

Details of what each decision making stage means, formulation of EHCP, multi-agency working, and working with families.

12TH JANUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 13TH JANUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Senior Manager Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2

These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Senior Managers and will focus on:

– Oversight of complex cases
– Supporting triage decision-making processes
– Quality assurance of MCA assessments and applications
– Leadership responsibilities in safeguarding transitions
– Risk management and governance
– These sessions will ensure leaders are equipped to support frontline decision-making, provide oversight, and maintain quality standards.

14TH JANUARY 2027, 4:00PM – 5:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 1: An Introduction to Disability Discrimination within the Equality Act 2010

This session will cover :

An overview of Disability Discrimination within the Equality Act 2010.

Duties on schools and education providers.

Duty to make reasonable adjustments.

19TH JANUARY 2027, 4:00PM – 5:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 2: Parental responsibility/voice of the child

This session will cover :

Approach to the views, wishes, and feelings of the child/young person and their parent(s).

Differing parental voices.

Role of alternative persons

28TH JANUARY 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 3: Annual Reviews

This session will cover :

An overview of the process and procedure behind annual reviews.

Consultations with settings.

3RD FEBRUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 11:30AM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Parent Carer Workshop: The MCA – DoL & Your Loved Ones Rights, Your Rights& Professional Responsibilities

These sessions are designed for Parent Carers & Family Representatives.
Purpose:
– Increase understanding of transitional safeguarding and MCA
– Provide accessible information about rights, safeguards, and processes
– Enable informed engagement in decision-making
– Improve understanding of professional responsibilities in relation to the MCA and deprivation of liberty

Sessions will be tailored to be clear, practical, and inclusive, ensuring accessibility for all participants.

8TH FEBRUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 9TH FEBRUARY 2027, 10:00AM-1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2

This workshop consists of 2 sessions.

These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations

9TH FEBRUARY 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 4: Transition

This session will cover :

Phase transfers and transitions from children’s to adult services.

25TH FEBRUARY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Partner/Voluntary Workshops: MCA/DoL Advanced (Level 2) for the PVI Sector

This session will cover :

These sessions are designed for Partner/Voluntary Workers, for example, Children’s Residential Homes, SEND provisions, provisions involved in transitions

The session covers responsibilities under the MCA/DoL but also link this to SEND CoP and the Children Homes Regulations and CQC Regulations

25TH FEBRUARY 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 5: Post 16 considerations

This session will cover :

Overview of post-16 transitions, FE colleges, and Care Act 2014.

2ND MARCH 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 3RD MARCH 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2

This workshop consists of 2 sessions.

These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations

2ND MARCH 2027, 10:00AM – 12:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Virtual Legal Training: Tribunals

This session will cover :

The First-tier Tribunal (‘SENDIST’) –introduction to Tribunal practice and procedure:

• Consideration of extended appeals;

• Approaches to evidence gathering and being a witness; and

• Mediation.

4TH MARCH 2027, 4:00PM – 5:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 6: Deputyship and LPAs

This session will cover :

An introduction to deputyship orders and attorneyships (LPAs); brief overview of the Court of Protection/DoLS.

9TH MARCH 2027, 10:00AM – 11:30AM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Parent Carer Forum Workshops: An Introduction to the MCA & DoL for Parent Carer Representatives

These sessions are designed for Parent Carer Representatives.
Purpose:
To build sustainable capacity by enabling participants to:
– Support parent carers and peer networks
– Cascade knowledge effectively
– Direct parent/carers to relevant information in this area
– Improve their understanding of the MCA and the rights of the person, the rights of families and professional responsibilities in this area.
– Have a general understanding of deprivation of liberty and how this applies to children and adults

9TH MARCH 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 7: Writing effective reports for EHCPs (Health)

This session will cover :

Preparing effective reports; scrutinising and evaluating professional evidence of others in EHC Plans.

16TH MARCH 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 17TH MARCH 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Senior Manager Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2

This workshop consists of 2 session.

These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Senior Managers and will focus on:

– Oversight of complex cases
– Supporting triage decision-making processes
– Quality assurance of MCA assessments and applications
– Leadership responsibilities in safeguarding transitions
– Risk management and governance

These sessions will ensure leaders are equipped to support frontline decision-making, provide oversight, and maintain quality standards.

16TH MARCH 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 8: Attending tribunal as a witness

This session will cover :

What type of witness am I?

Witness statements.

Preparing for and attending Tribunal.

23RD MARCH 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 9: Regulation 6 – Role of the ICB

This session will cover :

Overview of health-related sections in an EHC Plan.

Role of the ICB in annual reviews.

Role of the ICB in First-tier Tribunal appeals.

25TH MARCH 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 10: Ceasing to maintain EHCPs

This session will cover :

How and in what circumstances can an EHC Plan be ceased?

Other scenarios in which a LA’s responsibility to maintain a Plan stops

6TH APRIL 2027, 4:00PM – 5:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 11: Personal Budgets & Direct Payments

This session will cover :

An introduction to Personal Budgets and how they can be used to facilitate provisions within an EHC Plan.

8TH APRIL 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 12: Flexible session – responding to White Paper developments, regional needs etc.

This session will be a Flexible session – responding to White Paper developments, regional needs etc.

13TH APRIL 2027, 12:00PM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region SEND Hot Topic 13: Social Care Reforms and overlap with SEND Reform

This session will cover :

Overview of current position and horizon scanning of reform programmes in social care.

19TH APRIL 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 20TH APRIL 2027, 10:00AM-1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2

This workshop consists of 2 sessions.

These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations

5TH MAY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 6TH MAY 2027, 10:00AM-1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2

This workshop consists of 2 sessions.

These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations

12TH MAY 2027, 10:00AM – 11:30AM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Parent Carer Workshop: The MCA – DoL & Your Loved Ones Rights, Your Rights& Professional Responsibilities

These sessions are designed for Parent Carers & Family Representatives.
Purpose:
– Increase understanding of transitional safeguarding and MCA
– Provide accessible information about rights, safeguards, and processes
– Enable informed engagement in decision-making
– Improve understanding of professional responsibilities in relation to the MCA and deprivation of liberty

Sessions will be tailored to be clear, practical, and inclusive, ensuring accessibility for all participants.

13TH MAY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Partner/Voluntary Workshops: MCA/DoL Advanced (Level 2) for the PVI Sector

This session will cover :

These sessions are designed for Partner/Voluntary Workers, for example, Children’s Residential Homes, SEND provisions, provisions involved in transitions

The session covers responsibilities under the MCA/DoL but also link this to SEND CoP and the Children Homes Regulations and CQC Regulations

2ND JUNE 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 3RD JUNE 2027, 10:00AM-1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2

This workshop consists of 2 sessions.

These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations

6TH JULY 2027, 10:00AM – 11:30AM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Parent Carer Workshop: The MCA – DoL & Your Loved Ones Rights, Your Rights& Professional Responsibilities

These sessions are designed for Parent Carers & Family Representatives.
Purpose:
– Increase understanding of transitional safeguarding and MCA
– Provide accessible information about rights, safeguards, and processes
– Enable informed engagement in decision-making
– Improve understanding of professional responsibilities in relation to the MCA and deprivation of liberty

Sessions will be tailored to be clear, practical, and inclusive, ensuring accessibility for all participants.

8TH JULY 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 9TH JULY 2027, 10:00AM-1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2

This workshop consists of 2 sessions.

These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations

5TH AUGUST 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 6TH AUGUST 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Senior Manager Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2

This workshop consists of 2 session.

These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Senior Managers and will focus on:

– Oversight of complex cases
– Supporting triage decision-making processes
– Quality assurance of MCA assessments and applications
– Leadership responsibilities in safeguarding transitions
– Risk management and governance

These sessions will ensure leaders are equipped to support frontline decision-making, provide oversight, and maintain quality standards.

11TH AUGUST 2027, 10:00AM – 1:00PM & 12TH AUGUST 2027, 10:00AM-1:00PM

FOR THE EASTERN REGION BY THE EASTERN REGION

Join us for the Eastern Region Practitioner Workshops: The MCA/DoL and Transitional Safeguarding – Advanced workshop Part 1 & 2

This workshop consists of 2 sessions.

These sessions are designed for Childrens & Adults services Practitioners and will focus on:
– The principles of transitional safeguarding, deprivation of liberty and the MCA
– Application of the MCA in practice
– Identifying and responding to any potential deprivation of liberty
– Case-based discussions and practical scenarios
– Multi-agency working considerations