We are pleased to share information about two upcoming programmes from the Inclusion, Wellbeing and Equalities Team:

Gender-based Violence Early Intervention Programme – 24^th September 2026 to 10th December 2026 (4 online twilight sessions)

The Gender-based Violence Early Intervention Professional Learning Programme is for primary practitioners looking to engage in early intervention approaches to prevent gender based violence. This programme aligns with the Mentors in Violence Prevention programme, providing a more cohesive, joined up approach to prevention across sectors. All programme details, including how to sign up, can be found on the programme webpage: Gender-based Violence Early Intervention | Professional learning programmes | Professional learning programmes, webinars and events | Professional Learning | Education Scotland

Equalities Policy Guide Professional Learning Programme – 30^th September to 3^rd June 2027 (7 online twilight sessions)

The Equalities Policy Guide Professional Learning Programme is designed to support practitioners to develop a robust, learner-informed equalities policy for their setting using the Equalities Policy Guide roadmap and supportive materials. This programme forms part of Education Scotland’s Equalities in Education suite of learning and resources and is relevant to practitioners from all educational sectors looking to lead on policy development.

The programme will benefit practitioners looking to develop leadership skills and increase understanding and confidence in relation to equalities and will contribute to whole-setting approaches to equalities work (e.g. preventing and responding to Gender-based Violence, anti-racist education and LGBT inclusion) and connects to key priorities such as Rights Respecting Schools, UNCRC. All programme details, including how to sign up, can be found on the programme webpage: Equalities Policy Guide | Professional learning programmes | Professional learning programmes, webinars and events | Professional Learning | Education Scotland

Download here – TPS PL offer 2026 -27

Message from the Targeted Pupil Support team
We work in partnership with schools to strengthen practice, build capacity, and ensure that all staff feel confident in meeting the needs of learners. We are committed to enhancing universal classroom practice, and providing targeted, specialist support for the smaller number of pupils who require a more intensive Stage 3 level of intervention support.

Important Information

• All offers booked through Business World will be delivered live via Microsoft Teams, unless otherwise stated.
• All online participants are expected to:
  • Have cameras switched on
  • Actively participate
  • Complete an online evaluation form following the session

 Professional Learning Framework

🔵 Informed Level (Universal) Establishing a shared baseline of understanding, common language, and core practice for all staff.

⚙️Skilled Level Deepening practice to support confident application within classrooms and targeted support approaches.

⭐ Enhanced Level Extending specialist expertise for colleagues with leadership responsibilities or targeted inclusion roles.

This framework builds on existing professional learning and provides a clear, progressive pathway to ensure both breadth and depth of practice across all settings.