Professional Learning

We offer several professional development programmes and training courses for those wanting to teach, current teachers, early years professionals, support staff and leaders.

Professional development courses

First Aid and Compliance

We are delighted to offer the following courses at The Rivers Teaching Alliance in partnership with Action Point Training.

First Aid at Work
Safer Recruitment
Paediatric First Aid
Fire Marshal

RE Subject Leaders

We proudly run and host the National Association of Teachers of Religious Education (NATRE) subject leader network.

This is a group for RE leaders and teachers to share ideas, resources, subject knowledge, and best practices, while providing mutual support and collaborative opportunities.

Sessions are open to all types of schools; no need to book.

Upcoming network events

Autumn: Thursday 8th October 2026 4pm-5pm

Spring: Thursday 21st January 2027 4pm-5pm

Summer: Thursday 24th June 2027 4pm-5pm

For more information, email: teachingschool@riverscofe.co.uk

GLOW Maths Hub

We host many of the GLOW Maths Hub opportunities at our teaching alliance.

GLOW Maths Hub website

Early Years Training

We are proud to host courses run by experienced EYFS practitioner, Rachel Wilks.

'Fulfilling Year One Objectives Through Provision-Based Learning,' and is aimed at Yr1 teams, and EYFS teams.

Monday 15th June 3:30pm-5:30pm

To book, email: letslearneyfs@gmail.com

Course Feedback

"I have attended many first aid courses over the years and felt it was the most relevant, comprehensive, and meaningful course to date. It was delivered in a way that gave you the confidence to carry out first aid."

"The right blend of informative and enjoyable."

"Small group on the course meant we could all contribute to the discussion. It was very inclusive and the trainer was very friendly, knowledgeable, and interesting. Thank you."

"Useful and practical - was used the very next day!"

The Rivers C. of E. Academy Trust