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Cambridge University Libraries Staff Learning and Development August 2018 - July 2019

Programme of events provided by Cambridge University Library Staff Learning & Development
(Mon 6 Aug 2018 - Tue 30 Jul 2019)

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Mon 6 Aug 2018 – Thu 22 Nov 2018

August 2018

Mon 6	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : The Fundamentals of Project Management Finished 09:30 - 16:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room An interactive workshop covering the basics of project management.
Wed 8	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Who Stole My Pie? How to Manage Priorities, Interests and Expectations Finished 09:30 - 16:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room Reality Alert for Managers… There will always be too much to do within the time available! We cannot manage time, but we can manage ourselves and our workload within the time we do have. The trick is to get better at your P.I.E. management! Most managers would like to organise themselves more effectively whilst helping their team to develop and achieve more. This, in turn, can help to reduce stress levels and enhance the feeling of wellbeing.
Wed 22	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Who Stole My Pie? How to Manage Priorities, Interests and Expectations Finished 09:30 - 16:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room Reality Alert for Managers… There will always be too much to do within the time available! We cannot manage time, but we can manage ourselves and our workload within the time we do have. The trick is to get better at your P.I.E. management! Most managers would like to organise themselves more effectively whilst helping their team to develop and achieve more. This, in turn, can help to reduce stress levels and enhance the feeling of wellbeing.

September 2018

Mon 3	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Riding the Waves; Managing Teams Through Change & Uncertainty Finished 09:30 - 16:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room Many managers attempt to ‘project manage’ their way through change, deal with uncertainty when it happens or try and ignore it altogether. Such managers then seem surprised by the backlash and resistance they get from their staff! Most managers would like change to be easier and less time consuming. Most managers would like to plan effectively even in times of uncertainty. This workshop will give you a range of practical and thought-provoking tools, tips and techniques to help you lead and facilitate changes more effectively
Tue 4	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Health & Safety Briefing (cancelled as not enough new starters) CANCELLED 11:00 - 11:45 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room A general Health and Safety and Security briefing for staff who work in the main Cambridge University Library Building and the affiliated Faculty Libraries.
	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Induction Workshop (cancelled as not enough new starters) CANCELLED 13:00 - 16:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room This is an interactive workshop, designed to help new staff learn more about the Cambridge University Library and meet some of the key people who work in it.
Mon 10	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Introduction to Lean Six Sigma (cancelled as not enough participants) CANCELLED 09:30 - 16:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room The course is designed to give participants an overview of Lean six sigma thinking as applied within Higher Education, and an explanation of some of the basic tools used to improve business processes.
Mon 17	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Effective HR Skills for Managers (pilot) Finished 09:30 - 16:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room One day workshop for CUL Managers
Tue 25	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Health & Safety Briefing Finished 11:00 - 11:45 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room A general Health and Safety and Security briefing for staff who work in the main Cambridge University Library Building and the affiliated Faculty Libraries.
	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Induction Workshop Finished 13:00 - 16:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room This is an interactive workshop, designed to help new staff learn more about the Cambridge University Library and meet some of the key people who work in it.

October 2018

Mon 8	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : SRDs - Getting the most out of your Staff Review Meeting Finished 14:30 - 16:00 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room A briefing session on the Cambridge University Libraries Staff Review and Development Process
Wed 10	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : SRDs - Getting the most out of your Staff Review Meeting Finished 14:30 - 16:00 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room A briefing session on the Cambridge University Libraries Staff Review and Development Process
Wed 17	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : SRDs - Getting the most out of your Staff Review Meeting Finished 10:00 - 11:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room A briefing session on the Cambridge University Libraries Staff Review and Development Process
	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : SRDs - Getting the most out of your Staff Review Meeting Finished 14:30 - 16:00 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room A briefing session on the Cambridge University Libraries Staff Review and Development Process
Sat 20	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Health & Safety Briefing POSTPONED 11:00 - 11:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room A general Health and Safety and Security briefing for staff who work in the main Cambridge University Library Building and the affiliated Faculty Libraries.
Tue 23	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Health & Safety Briefing Finished 11:00 - 11:45 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room A general Health and Safety and Security briefing for staff who work in the main Cambridge University Library Building and the affiliated Faculty Libraries.
	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Induction Workshop Finished 13:00 - 16:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room This is an interactive workshop, designed to help new staff learn more about the Cambridge University Library and meet some of the key people who work in it.
Wed 24	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : HR for Managers Finished 09:30 - 16:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room One day workshop for CUL Managers
Tue 30	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Unconscious Bias Briefing Finished 10:00 - 11:00 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room This session will provide an introduction to implicit or unconscious bias and will help you start to understand how our biases influence the decisions we make. These may include decisions around recruitment, selection, assessment and broader interactions with others. The session will include tutor input and group activities to raise awareness about how to recognise and begin to manage the impact of implicit bias. We will also consider further sources of guidance to support individuals in their roles with specific responsibilities e.g. for managing others, teaching etc.

November 2018

Wed 7	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : GDPR for Librarians am Finished 09:30 - 12:30 Cambridge University Library, Milstein Room The new General Data Protection Principles (GDPR) take effect in May 2018. Although there is general online training for staff, this is a local version of a CILIP conference on GDPR, specifically for librarians.
	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : GDPR for Librarians pm Finished 13:30 - 16:30 Cambridge University Library, Milstein Room The new General Data Protection Principles (GDPR) take effect in May 2018. Although there is general online training for staff, this is a local version of a CILIP conference on GDPR, specifically for librarians.
Tue 13	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Recruitment and Selection Skills POSTPONED 09:30 - 16:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room Recommended for those responsible for the recruitment and selection of staff, who are interested in developing further skills in this area. This course prepares you to effectively carry out the recruitment and selection process taking you through the stages of producing a person specification, short listing effectively against selection criteria, designing questions, structuring and conducting interviews, and making the final decision. University policies and procedures will also be covered.
Wed 14	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Staff Review and Development Meetings - Skills for Reviewers Finished 09:30 - 16:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room One to one and staff review and development (SRD) meetings are a crucial aspect of the organisations approach to performance management and key to the way in which we manage our people. This workshop is aimed at the skills needed to facilitate great meetings, but more importantly, explains the positive benefits in behaviour and motivation that can be achieved through these discussions. It can however be daunting and the course is intended to help you understand the context of SRD and build confidence in managing the process. SRD is fundamentally a positive relationship building event between the manager and staff member. The skills and techniques that make this possible will be reviewed during this course. Outline Content: • Understanding SRD and its role in performance management • Linking to your one to ones • Setting good SMART objectives • Understanding the system in the University • Structuring the SRD • What makes a successful meeting? • Giving feedback & discussing performance • Dealing with challenges and unwilling people • Closing the SRD on a high • Personal actions
Thu 22	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Health & Safety Briefing Finished 11:00 - 11:45 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room A general Health and Safety and Security briefing for staff who work in the main Cambridge University Library Building and the affiliated Faculty Libraries.
	Cambridge University Libraries Staff : Induction Workshop Finished 13:00 - 16:30 Cambridge University Library, IT Training Room This is an interactive workshop, designed to help new staff learn more about the Cambridge University Library and meet some of the key people who work in it.

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