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Best Practice Network: Apprenticeships
The Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast, find out more at https://www.bestpracticenet.co.uk/apprenticeships
Episodes
- Best Practice Network: Apprenticeships
Early Years Senior Leaders: Team Working and Development
This episode explores why strong teamwork is at the heart of successful early years settings. Through a conversation with nursery manager Merrie Hobson the…
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Understanding Cerebral Palsy
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast, host Tatia Singleton is joined by curriculum manager Emma…
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Early Years Senior Leaders: Coaching and Mentoring
This podcast episode explores the powerful role of coaching in early years leadership with Shelly Newby, an experienced early years professional whose career…
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Early Years Employment Law
In this thought-provoking episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast, hosts Tatia Singleton and Emma Minchella are joined by Deanne Cook…
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Early Years Senior Leaders: Driving Change and Risk Management
This episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast dives into one of the biggest challenges facing early years leaders today: leading change in…
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Maths for Life - A Different Approach
In this thought‑provoking new episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast, hosts Emma Minchella and Tatia Singleton sit down with Karen…
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Level 7 School Senior Leaders: Human Resources
People are your greatest asset - but leading people is rarely straightforward. You will explore the hidden side of human resources, from trust, culture and…
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Sustainability in the Early Years
In this inspiring new episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast, hosts Emma Minchella and Tatia Singleton sit down with two passionate Early…
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Early Years Senior Leaders: Human Resources
In this episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast, co-hosts Tatia Singleton and Emma Minchella are joined by Tim Hopkins, Strategic…
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Level 7 School Senior Leaders: Finance, Workforce, Planning and Procurement
Finance, workforce planning and procurement can feel daunting, but strategic leadership is not about being an accountant. You will explore how to make informed…
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Early Years Senior Leaders: Budgeting and Finance
In this episode, we challenge the idea that budgeting is just about balancing the books and making difficult cuts. Joined by operations leader and nursery…
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Level 7 School Senior Leaders: Corporate Social Responsibility
Corporate social responsibility is not just for large organisations. You will explore how leadership decisions affect people, communities and the environment…
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Early Years Senior Leaders: Corporate Social Responsibility
What does Corporate Social Responsibility really look like in an early years setting? In this inspiring episode, we speak with Jayne Cocksedge and Sonya…
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Proud to be me: Understanding LGBTQ+
Emma Minchella and Tatia Singleton are joined by guest Bethanie Wiltshire, Employer Partnership Manager and Co-Chair of the SEG Pride Network, to mark Pride…
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Early Years Senior Leaders: Organisational Values
In this insightful episode Tatia Singleton is joined by co-host, Emma Minchella and Lauren Hemmings to explore the role of organisational values in early years…
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Childminder Insights with Coram Pacey
In this episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast, host Emma Minchella is joined by guest Ka Lai Brightley-Hodges from Coram Pacey to explore…
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Level 7 School Senior Leaders: Organisational Values
Explore what organisational values really mean in practice. You will reflect on whether values are lived or just displayed, how they shape behaviour and…
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Putting the Fun into Fun-ctional Skills
In this upcoming episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast, hosts Emma Minchella and Tatia Singleton are joined by maths and English tutor…
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Level 7 School Senior Leaders: Ethical Leadership
Explore what ethical leadership really means in practice. You will reflect on values, accountability and the pressures that shape difficult decisions. This…
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Early Years Senior Leaders - Ethical Leadership
In this episode, hosts Tatia Ruble Singleton and Emma Minchella are joined by experienced nursery leader Dawn Lewis to explore what it truly means to be an…
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Feeling Lost in Adulthood
In this episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast, hosts Emma Minchella and Tatia Singleton are joined by guest Lucas Wheatley to explore the…
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Level 7 School Senior Leaders: Critical Analysis & Evaluation with Guy Strath
Develop a sharper strategic mindset by exploring critical analysis and evaluation in real leadership contexts. You will reflect on assumptions, evidence, bias…
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Level 7 School Senior Leaders: Creating a Strategic Business Proposal
Explore what makes a business proposal truly strategic. You will reflect on risk, ethics and influence, moving beyond operational fixes to big-picture…
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Digital Skills: AI, a tool for Learning with David Meechan
In this episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast, hosts Emma Minchella and Tatia Singleton are joined by guest David Meechan to explore…
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Communicating with Impact
Communicating with impact is not about sounding impressive - it is about being understood. You will reflect on clarity, credibility and influence, explore…
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Early Years Senior Leaders: Analysis and Evaluation - From Writing to Real-world Practice with Dr. Gemma Ryder
In this insightful podcast episode, Dr. Gemma Ryder, senior lecturer at University of East London, explores the concepts of analysis and evaluation as…
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Early Years Leaders: Writing a Strategic Business Proposal
In this episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast Hosts Tatia Singleton and Emma Minchella are joined by entrepreneur, nursery owner, and…
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New Year Goal Setting
In this New Year episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast, hosts Emma Minchella and Tatia Singleton focus on setting clear, purposeful goals…
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Keeping Well
Take time to reflect on how you keep well - physically, mentally and emotionally. You will explore practical ideas for managing your energy, protecting your…
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Coaching with Confidence with Clare Smale
Explore what it means to coach with confidence in this reflective conversation with EMCC's Global Coach of the Year, Clare Smale. You will consider how…
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Festive Wellbeing
In this episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast, hosts Emma Minchella and Tatia Singleton come together for a festive special dedicated to…
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Time Tactics
Learn how to take control of your time with practical strategies you can apply straight away: The Eisenhower Matrix, MITs and The 4D Model. You will explore…
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Association of Apprentices - Overcoming Challenges as an Apprentice
In this episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast, hosts Emma Minchella, Tatia Singleton, and Supriya Menon are joined by Kym Lewis…
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Exploring Equality, Diversity and Inclusion with Jamel Carly
In this episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast, hosts Emma Minchella, Tatia Singleton, and Supriya Menon are joined by Jamel Carly, an…
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Emotional Intelligence (EQ)
Explore how emotional intelligence (EQ) shapes effective leadership. You will reflect on the balance between empathy and expectations, uncover personal bias…
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Problem-solving Behaviours
Discover how to strengthen your problem-solving behaviours by exploring practical models like the ‘5 Whys’ and ‘Fishbone Diagram’. Reflect on root cause…
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Men working in Early Years and Education
In this episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast Host Emma Minchella, Ant Welch and Supriya Menon are joined by the co-owner of paints pots…
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Grief in Early Years and Education
In this episode of the Best Practice Network Apprenticeship Podcast, host Emma Minchella is joined by Deborah Brown, Director of Grief Information for Teachers…
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Leadership in Early Years and Education: Part 3
The third episode of our leadership and education mini-series features Franzie Mueller, A Level 3 EYE Room Lead at Kido where she discusses her apprenticeship…
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Leadership in Early Years and Education: Part 2
The second episode of our leadership and education mini-series features Iona Taylor, A level 5 EYLP Room Lead at Snapdragon’s, as she discusses her…
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Leadership in Early Years and Education: Part 1
The first episode of our leadership and education mini-series features Sophie Hayter, Qualification Lead at Kido, as she discusses pathways into leadership and…
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Managing Conflict
Learn how to manage conflict with confidence and compassion. You will explore practical tools, emotional insight and leadership behaviours that support healthy…
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SEND Introduction with Becky Lacey
In this episode we are joined by SEND specialist Becky Lacey to explore what it really means to support children and young people with additional needs…
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Social responsibility
Explore what it truly means to act with social responsibility in your setting. You will reflect on everyday actions, challenge assumptions and consider how…
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Masculinity in schools
In this thought-provoking episode, we are joined by Lewis Wedlock, an academic and social psychologist, to explore how boys begin to form their understanding…
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Healthy relationships and sexual health
This podcast features an interview with sexual health expert Kelsie Holdstock, exploring how we can support young people through honest, inclusive…
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Critical analysis & evaluation
Join your hosts in this BPN Boost episode as they unpack how critical analysis and evaluation can transform leadership, decision-making and…
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Mental Health Awareness Week with Matthew Bushell
Listener advisory: Trigger warning This podcast discusses topics related to mental health and emotional wellbeing. The content may be sensitive or triggering…
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Social media
This podcast features an interview with content creator Natalie West, exploring how to stay safe, confident and mindful while using social media. From setting…
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Project planning
Struggling with project planning in education? Tune in as leadership experts from Best Practice Network share candid stories, smart tools and essential…
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Career progression in early years and schools
This podcast focuses on career pathways within early years and education. Our guests discuss a range of different roles, including teaching assistants and…
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Generative AI in education
How is Generative AI reshaping education? In this episode, we explore the latest DfE guidance, insights from Christian Turton’s expert talk and the evolving…
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Change management models
Join us for a deep dive into Change Management Models and Theories! In this episode, we explore Kotter’s 8-Step Process, Lewin’s Change Model, and the ADKAR…
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Sustainability
Featuring Adam Collett from Bridgwater and Taunton College, this podcast looks into the issue of sustainability in schools and educational settings. The…
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Managing money
This podcast features Tamara Priestman, a functional skills tutor with a passion for supporting practical life skills. The conversation with Tamara focuses on…
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Mental health & wellbeing for School Leaders
Discover practical strategies and heartfelt insights in our latest podcast, "Mental Health & Well-Being for School Leaders." Join our hosts as they explore the…
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Physical Health
This podcast features Jo Martin - a dedicated personal trainer with 17 years of experience. Jo specialises in empowering people to lead healthier lives by…
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Regulatory and Legislative Requirements
This podcast features David Twambley, the Deputy CEO of the Learning Partnership Trust based in Crewe. The conversation with David focuses on the legislative…
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Building resilience in Early Years and Education
This podcast features counsellor Sarah Patterson talking about all things resilience and the importance of managing stress as an Early Years or education…
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Future Focus with Evelyn Forde
This podcast features Evelyn Forde MBE. Evelyn won the TES Headteacher of the Year award in 2020 and her services to education were awarded an MBE in 2021…