Platform: Zoom (online) – seminar

Audience:

• Senior Leaders
• EDI leaders
• Managers
• HR
• Anyone with an interest and passion for inclusion

Course outline

Coined by Harvard professor Amy Edmonson, the concept of psychological safety has gained momentum over the last few years. There are huge benefits to a community where all members feel psychologically safe. This interactive seminar will encourage delegates to reflect on their school culture and consider ways to ensure a sense of psychological safety for all.

Training topics will include:

• Key characteristics of psychological safety
• Impact on culture, performance and wellbeing
• Strategies to create a safe culture and open communication
• Common barriers and how to address them

Learning outcomes:

• Develop a clear understanding of psychological safety as a concept
• Identify the hallmarks of a culture of psychological safety in your setting
• Learn practical strategies to improve psychological safety

Cost 

• IELA Member Rate: £135
• Non-member Rate: £270

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Speaker:

Gaelle Sullivan, Director of Research, Inclusion and IELA

Gaelle is Director of Research, Inclusion and IELA and joined the BSA in January 2023. She is an experienced senior leader and has worked in a range of state and independent schools. She is a qualified SENCO and holds a Masters Degree in Inclusive Education. Prior to joining the BSA, Gaelle was Deputy Head Pastoral, DSL and Head of Boarding at an all-girls independent school in the South-East.

Rebekah Hayward, Research and Inclusion Officer

Rebekah is Research and Inclusion Officer and joined the BSA in April 2023. She is a qualified Primary School Teacher and holds a Masters in Education: International Development and Social Justice. She is the Co-Founder of ‘Increasing Black Representation’ a mentoring scheme for students and sits on the Diversity Board for the Health Tech company Medito. In her previous roles Rebekah has worked in Ed Tech analysing research and creating diverse curriculum content for schools. She has also worked with IESE reviewing literature and resources to ensure they promote equity, diversity and inclusion.