learnPro - adding items to learning plans
Line managers can add eLearning modules to their team’s learning plans in learnPro, either individually or as a team. For example, there may be a learnPro item which is relevant to an area of ongoing professional development within a team.
You can find video guidance on how to do this on the intranet. Find it via the Organisational Development section from the homepage or by searching L in the A-Z guide.
Financial wellbeing resources
Do you wish you knew more about personal finance? Would you like support with concerns about money, or simply want to know where to go for good advice? This 11-minute podcast from Scott Bradbury shares practical ideas to encourage safe, supportive conversations about personal finance in the workplace.
Money worries can affect how well you do your job and can also negatively impact your relationships with the people who care about you most. To make informed financial decisions, you need to take time to assess your income and expenditure. This skills challenge from Scott Bradbury allows you to assess your confidence with money matters.
You can find both of these resources, and many more on Organisational Development's dedicated Scott Bradbury 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.
Outdoor Learning training calendar published
The Outdoor Learning service has recently published their new training calendar. Courses covered include: off site visits, teaching outdoors, cycling and first aid. They are open to everyone, including those external to the council. All training is regulated and accredited with certificates valid for 3 years.
The full calendar and booking form can be found here.
First Aid at Work (FAW) revalidation
There are still a few spaces left on the next FAW revalidation course:
Date and time: 20 and 21 May, 9am to 5pm
Venue: Outdoor Learning Service
Cost: £140 pp
For further information contact the team.
To book a place, fill out the form online.
Spring savings with Vivup
Save this springtime with lifestyle savings benefits which can help you do more for less with exclusive discounts from the UK's leading retailers!
Days out and experiences
Planning a fun-filled day out with family or friends? Get discounts on theme parks, cinemas, zoos and more to make those special moments even better.
Eating out or ordering In
Whether you're booking a table at your favourite restaurant or ordering something at home, save on top dining chains and delivery services for a treat that won't break the bank.
Supermarket savings
Stocking up for a family meal or get-together? Enjoy savings on all major supermarkets and fill your trolley for less.
Shopping and gifting
From fashion and homeware to gadgets and gifts, Vivup has 100s of discounts on a huge range of retailers.
From days out to dining, visit vivup.co.uk to register or log in and start saving.
June health plan events at Penston and JMH
Did you know that, as a council employee, you can join a health cash plan, offering an affordable way to help cover the cost of everyday healthcare for you and your family?
To learn more and take advantage of special offers on dental, optical and chiropody/podiatry treatments, please come along to meet Warren Vale from HSF Health Plan:
Penston House, Macmerry (main reception, room 2)
Wednesday 4 June, 10.30am to 2.30pm
or
John Muir House, Haddington (seated area beside main reception)
Thursday 26 June, 10.30am to 2.30pm
The Health Cash plan offers over 30 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 and 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
For anyone who can’t attend, Warren is happy to visit your team at your place of work on a suitable day/time, just arrange directly with him:
Contact Warren by phone 07976 638 031 or email him
