Council Employee Development

Getting the most from local and regional media

Getting the most from local and regional media

Tue 24 Feb 2026 9:30 -11:30
Zoom
£35.00

In this session we will consider how to establish positive relationships with journalists and how to write impactful press releases.

Procurement

Procurement

Tue 24 Feb 2026 10:00

This session is for offficers that are involved in procuring goods and services, preparing tenders, or entering into contracts on behalf of local councils.

Social media for councils: advanced strategies

Thu 26 Feb 2026 10:00 -12:00
Online
£35.00

 Councils often use different social media platforms to connect with the community. 

Introduction to VAT (Free)

Introduction to VAT (Free)

Thu 26 Feb 2026 10:00

This session is for clerks, finance staff and councillors. It explains how VAT rules affects local councils, whether they are VAT registered or reclaim VAT using Form VAT126.

Communicating with your community Part 2

Communicating with your community Part 2

Mon 2 Mar 2026 10:00 -12:00
Online
£35.00

Implementing effective community engagement and building a sustainable approach to getting your messages across to the public

Data Protection -  Foundations & Theory (part 1)

Data Protection - Foundations & Theory (part 1)

Mon 2 Mar 2026 13:00 -15:00
Zoom
£35.00

In part one of the Data Protection for councils trainign we will cover the foundations , theory and core principles of UK GDPR legislation.

New Clerks' Finance (get second course free after you attend)

Tue 3 Mar 2026 10:00
Online
£35.00

This introductory session is for inexperienced clerks, deputy/assistant clerks and finance officers in their first few months and is designed to give them an overview of a council's year, along with a basic understanding of the RFO's role.

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The Role of Internal Audit

Wed 4 Mar 2026 10:00
Zoom
£35.00

For councillors and officers that want to understand the role of the internal auditor and how to appoint one. (Please note, this is NOT a training session for people who want to undertake internal audits)

Emotional Intelligence and Resilience

Thu 5 Mar 2026 10:00 -12:00
Zoom
£35.00

+++  Spaces limited book early +++

This a practical workshop to help you thrive in your council role.

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Recruiting and retaining a more diverse pool of councillors

Thu 5 Mar 2026 13:00 -15:00
Online
£35.00

Recruiting passionate and engaged individuals to stand as councillors is becoming increasingly challenging.


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Contact

Telephone: 01305 224460

Member Advice: advice@dorset-aptc.gov.uk
Member Training: training@dorset-aptc.gov.uk
General Enquiries: info@dorset-aptc.gov.uk

 

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