Whilst we appreciate that Zoom represents a new way of working for many people, we would encourage you to consider each virtual session in the same way as a classroom-based training session.
If you are new to Zoom you can find information about Zoom here: https://zoom.us/
Requirements for virtual (via Zoom) courses:
- Please ensure that you have access to a device with a microphone, speaker, camera and reliable internet connection.
- Please find a private space where you will be uninterrupted for the duration of the session. We are sorry, but this course is not suitable for children (including babies) or pets.
- Please identify yourself by using your first name and surname in your Zoom profile – this will display on screen. The facilitators will only admit those with names that match the ticket bookings.
- Please join the session 10 - 15 minutes before it is due to start so that any connection issues can be resolved. You will be able to wait in the virtual waiting room until the facilitator starts the session. The session will start promptly at the time specified on the invitation. If you’re not present at the start of the session, you won’t be allowed to join and will need to rebook.
- Please make sure you are comfortable and have everything you may need for the session e.g. tea/coffee/water. As the time for virtual training is short, it’s important that the full session is attended. Therefore, if you are away from the session for longer than five minutes, outside of a scheduled break, you may be asked to re-book.
Additional support
If you currently have any physical or learning impairments that you fear might impact the quality of your training, please feel free to contact the Safeguarding Team and advise which session you are booked onto so that we can make the presenters aware and possibly provide additional resources to support you.
Your Incumbent/PCC/Parish Safeguarding Officer may be able to assist you if you’re not confident using a computer.
Unable to attend as planned?
If you are no longer able to attend the session, please contact the Safeguarding Team as soon as possible. If you do not notify us of the cancellation of your booking at least 2 working days before the training event you may be charged a £12 cancellation fee.
Deliberately difficult or disruptive behaviour will not be accepted. Anyone attending who fails to participate or engage will be spoken to and their non-participation or disengagement will be reported to the appropriate person, such as their Archdeacon (for clergy), parish priest (for parish officers). Those who do not fully participate or engage in the safeguarding learning requirements will not be issued with a certificate of successful completion and will be requested to repeat the learning later.