learnPro team scorecard setup
The Team Scorecard function within learnPro enables line managers to view and report on their staff’s completion of Learning Plan items.
Video and written guidance on your Team Scorecard is available on the intranet. Search for 'LearnPro for line managers - Scorecard'.
Listening skills learning resources
Learn to Listen skills challenge
Think back to the last conversation you had with someone at work. What did the person say to you? Are you sure they said that? Being aware of your own state of mind is what enables you to listen. It can be easier said than done, and so the skill of listening requires regular practice. The skills challenge from Scott Bradbury called 'Learn to Listen' enables you to assess your listening skills using a variety of scenarios. You can find this resource on the intranet.
Listen Up! Scott Bradbury podcast
Listening is a skill we often take for granted. But a complex mix of barriers impedes our ability to listen well. The seven-minute podcast from Scott Bradbury called Listen Up! shares tips for being a good listener and describes three steps for overcoming the barriers to listening. You can find this resource on the intranet.
Reminder: Organisational Development has a range of digital learning resources on a variety of workplace issues available from Scott Bradbury. You can find these on the dedicated intranet page. Please note that not all the videos referenced in the skills challenges are available in the current Scott Bradbury subscription. But users can still undertake the main skills challenge within each.
HSF Health Plan gives financial support to 52 charities
Thanks to their partnership with East Lothian Council, in 2024 HSF Health Plan was able to provide grants to 52 Scottish charities, supporting vital causes across the country.
Here are just some of the many charities your membership is helping to support:
HSF offers employees a health cash plan, providing an affordable way to help cover the cost of everyday healthcare for you and your family.
As a council employee, the health cash plan offers over thirty benefits to you and your family (any partner and kids under 18 at same address covered free on your plan), including:
- dental (money back including for some cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening at a dentist, white fillings, crowns, veneers, check-ups, hygienist)
- optical (money back including for designer frame glasses, varifocals, prescription sunglasses, contact lenses, sports goggles and eye laser treatment)
- birth and Adoption Grants
- payments if off work through injury (up to 52 weeks after 30 days)
- practitioners (including chiropody, physiotherapy, osteopath, chiropractor, acupuncture, podiatry)
- hospital Admissions and Specialist Private Consultations & Tests (including MRI, ultrasound, blood tests, X-Ray, ECG, vaccination)
- GP Advice Line and Virtual Doctor
- counselling, Medical Information and Legal Helplines
- HSF Perkbox, a shopping discounts platform offering high street shopping discounts, cheap cinema tickets, discounted gym memberships and more.
You can read more about the plan and complete an application form here: HSF Health Plan
For any queries on the plan or assistance signing up, please contact our Account Executive via email: warren.vale@hsf.eu.com
First Aid training in May and June
The Outdoor Learning Service Team still have a limited number of places left on the following courses -
1 Day Emergency First Aid at Work
This course is suitable for lower risk work environments.
24 June 2025, 9am to 5pm, Outdoor Learning Service Musselburgh
3 Day First Aid at Work
Best practice for higher risk work environments e.g. working from height or potentially hazardous equipment, or for those who need to may need to support staff with specific medical conditions.
2 to 4 June 2025, 9am to 4:30pm each day, Outdoor Learning Service Musselburgh
2 day First Aid at Work revalidation
This course is suitable for those who ned to update the First Aid at Work qualification. MUST BE within 1 month of expiry.
20 and 21 May 2025, 9am to 5pm both days, Outdoor Learning Service Musselburgh
Outdoor First Aid
13 and 14 May 2025, 9am to 4:30pm both days, Outdoor Learning Service Musselburgh
For those who would like to plan ahead, our calendar for 2025-26 is now live. Please consider your First Aid Needs Assessment when considering the most appropriate training for staff. This includes the nature of your activities, the size and location of your department, and the needs of staff and service users. If you wish to book or need any help with selecting the most appropriate course, please email firstaidtraining@elcschool.org.uk for advice.