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• Neil Mason (Business Growth Advisor, New Anglia Growth Hub) Grants

Full details from our course information sheet, available on this page as a download, or from our website, but here’s the important bits;

Dates as follows:- 8th, 9th, 15th, 22nd and 23rd June 2021 9:00-16:30 – Test 6th July 2021 at 09:00

Why This Course?

This focus of this course is in developing, implementing, monitoring and verifying food safety procedures. It will cover a wider range of food safety hazards, to a greater depth, than Level 3 courses. This course is an important step towards our client businesses become more self-sufficient with food safety management. Ultimately it helps to protect your brand and your customers’ confidence in your products and services.

Who’s Suitable?

Owners & managers of larger/multi-site catering or manufacturing business, especially where food safety management systems are bespoke.

Also, anyone involved in the implementation of food safety management systems and the direct supervision of staff. If you’re unsure, give us a call to discuss your needs.

How Is This Course Delivered?

There’s no substitute for a traditional classroom-based course for Level 4 (Zoom just doesn’t cut it here). The course is delivered at our No.8 training facilities where we have a full range of COVID-19 controls in place. This is a challenging course, equivalent to Foundation/1st Year Degree level studies, so a degree of self-study will be required. There are five, 1-day sessions, followed by an assessment on a 6th day; assessment is a 2.5 hour-long mix of mutli-choice questions (but tought ones!) and long-answer questions.

How Do I Enquire or Book On?

Either download the booking form straight from this page, or contact us on 01603 473732 or [email protected]

NANSA, a disability charity for people in Norfolk, hasalmostraised enough money for a minibus. Can you help with the final stages?

The minibus we are looking to buy costs £20,000. So far we’ve raised £17,000, so we’re not far off at all! We just need your help with these final stages of fundraising.

Why do we need a minibus?

We currently havetwo cars,a Berlingo and Kangoo. These are used totake members from our Youth and Adult Services on outings, such as bowling or swimming.

Theseare the challenges we are currently faced with:

• Our numbers have outgrown the size of thesevehicles.
• The cars fit a maximum of three members in each, butacross all services there are 140 people that attendNANSA!
• Although the cars have wheelchair space, they don’tcater for all wheelchair specifications, meaning that some people are unable to join in on outings.
• Our support workers struggle to transport wheelchair users into the cars, as you can see in the film.

A minibuys would benefit us in lots ofdifferent ways:

• First and foremost, it’s a 16 seater, so we would be able to take large groups out. This would give members the opportunity to experience more and visit lots of different places.
• The minibus fitsallwheelchair specifications (check out the space in the back!) so our outings would be fully inclusive.
• There is an automated lift which would make transporting wheelchair users much more straightforward, as well as saving our support workers’ backs!
• The range of activities would be broadened, and people would have much more choice in what they want to get out of NANSA’s services.
• Some members aredoing courses where they cangain a nationallyaccredited Gateway qualification, promoting employment opportunities. With a minibus, members would be able to get much more out of these courses,as they would be able tovisit places in the community, reinforcing what they have learnt during sessions.
• A minibus would ultimately allow our members to access the wider community on a regular basis, and therefore integrate into society.

Please check out our Crowdfunder film which shows you why we would like to buy a minibuhttps://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/nansaminibus/?

Our AMBA accredited MBA will challenge and change the way you think. At UEA you’ll enjoy an altogether different personalised programme that gives you more time to participate and share expertise with your peers, led by a team of internationally recognised research academics at the forefront of research in industry and commerce. Join us, and become an exceptional business leader who stands out from the crowd.

We currently offer two programmes of study. Our full time MBA (12 months) starts in January, with our part time executive programme (27 months) starting in September. The latter is designed to fit around your work schedule and is also offered as a Level 7 Senior Leaders Master’s Apprenticeship. On the evening, those interested in our executive MBA can find out how their company may be able to fund their executive MBA study through the apprenticeship levy.

At Norwich Business School we offer a unique, relevant and highly rewarding programme of study that will progress your career prospects, while giving you an exceptional life experience. In the recent Teaching Excellence Framework, UEA was awarded Gold, with the University also ranked at 15th for student experience (The Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2017).

Our open evenings are informal events, an outline of the evening is below.

6.00pm – 6.30pm Welcome drinks 6.30pm – 7.00pm Introduction to the MBA programme by Julian Campbell, Executive Part-time MBA Course Leader or Andy Vassallo, Full-time MBA Course Leader 7.00pm – 8.00pm Informal Q&A session and networking – an opportunity to talk to our current students, tutors and alumni.

Our AMBA accredited MBA will challenge and change the way you think. At UEA you’ll enjoy an altogether different personalised programme that gives you more time to participate and share expertise with your peers, led by a team of internationally recognised research academics at the forefront of research in industry and commerce. Join us, and become an exceptional business leader who stands out from the crowd.

We currently offer two programmes of study. Our full time MBA (12 months) starts in January, with our part time executive programme (27 months) starting in September. The latter is designed to fit around your work schedule and is also offered as a Level 7 Senior Leaders Master’s Apprenticeship. On the evening, those interested in our executive MBA can find out how their company may be able to fund their executive MBA study through the apprenticeship levy.

At Norwich Business School we offer a unique, relevant and highly rewarding programme of study that will progress your career prospects, while giving you an exceptional life experience. In the recent Teaching Excellence Framework, UEA was awarded Gold, with the University also ranked at 15th for student experience (The Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2017).

Our open evenings are informal events, an outline of the evening is below.

6.00pm – 6.30pm Welcome drinks 6.30pm – 7.00pm Introduction to the MBA programme by Julian Campbell, Executive Part-time MBA Course Leader or Andy Vassallo, Full-time MBA Course Leader 7.00pm – 8.00pm Informal Q&A session and networking – an opportunity to talk to our current students, tutors and alumni.

Free, impartial business advice is available by pre bookable appointment with a Genix business adviser. Whether you’re an established small business or just starting up our adviser can answer questions, discuss ideas and provide business information.

Aim; To equip delegates to put food safety management systems in to place, through detailed understanding of the hazards, legal requirements (including HACCP) and the issues surrounding the implementation of control measures.

Objectives; *Understand the meaning of ‘management of food safety’, and the elements of a management system, including HACCP. *Detailed understanding of the four main hazards; biological, allergens, chemical and physical. *Understand the format of UK and European food safety legislation. *Understanding operational procedures for cleaning and disinfection, pest control, design and construction of facilities etc. *Managing people; information, training, supervision etc. *Maintaining food safety management procedures; monitoring and verification. *Liaise with enforcement officers *Have sufficient technical knowledge to deliver level 1 and 2 food hygiene training (with appropriate training skills)

Organisation

Duration; 5 day teaching programme + 1 day for assessment.

Exam/Assessment; Two hour controlled assignment and a 2.5 hour written examination (both normally completed on the same day). This is an Ofqual accredited qualification.

Cost; £597 plus VAT includes notes, refreshments, lunch, the assessment & certification fees. The course cost also includes a course book and a course folder with a resource CD & DVD

Awarding Body; Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH)

Tutor; Richard Mills or Sarah Daniels

Differentiation; Prior knowledge of food safety is required: CIEH Level 3 Award in Food Safety would be desirable. Candidates should be familiar with, or aspire to, the role of management. This is a challenging course, technically and academically. Candidates require reasonable spoken and written English, and a moderate level of ICT ability. Access to a computer, for assignment research, email, etc is strongly recommended.

Audience; This qualification is for managers, supervisors and QA/QC/ senior hygiene personnel, who devise, implement and monitor/audit food safety systems, and for those who want to become trainers.

Feedback; “Richard Mills – without doubt the most knowledgeable, patient and diligent tutor and course leader I have met. You have made an arduous and technical subject live and breathe and have a relevance to my work every day since completing the course.” Ben Cullis, Stoke High School, Ipswich

Date; 20th, 21st, 27th, 28th April & 5th May Exam Date; 2nd June

We invite you to join an interactive virtual event exploring opportunities available to employers in Norfolk who are interested in growing their business and boosting productivity.

The event will focus on three topics:

• Katy Dorman, Apprenticeship Strategy Manager for Norfolk County Council will discuss financial support packages available to employers, including the ‘Recruit, Retain and Reward’ initiative.
• Dr Helen Fitzhugh will share details of The Good Jobs Project – a research initiative exploring the synergy between employee wellbeing and productivity.
• Michael Rooney, Relationship Manager at Break Charity, will discuss youth enterprise projects including the ‘Coffee Break’ van and Building Futures – a youth skills project in the construction industry.

There will also be a breakout session to discuss these topics in more detail with your peers.

Howes Percival is a Cornerstone Employer and key supporter of the Norwich for Jobs project, committed to investing time and resources to help young people in Norfolk achieve their career aspirations. We encourage the sharing of sector knowledge and skills to support young people stepping into the market ‘job ready’, whilst supporting the employer’s business by signposting funding and training initiatives.

For more information relating to this event and to book your place, please email [email protected]

We invite you to join an interactive virtual event exploring opportunities available to employers in Norfolk who are interested in growing their business and boosting productivity.

The event will focus on three topics:

• Katy Dorman, Apprenticeship Strategy Manager for Norfolk County Council will discuss financial support packages available to employers, including the ‘Recruit, Retain and Reward’ initiative.
• Dr Helen Fitzhugh will share details of The Good Jobs Project – a research initiative exploring the synergy between employee wellbeing and productivity.
• Michael Rooney, Relationship Manager at Break Charity, will discuss youth enterprise projects including the ‘Coffee Break’ van and Building Futures – a youth skills project in the construction industry.

There will also be a breakout session to discuss these topics in more detail with your peers.

Howes Percival is a Cornerstone Employer and key supporter of the Norwich for Jobs project, committed to investing time and resources to help young people in Norfolk achieve their career aspirations. We encourage the sharing of sector knowledge and skills to support young people stepping into the market ‘job ready’, whilst supporting the employer’s business by signposting funding and training initiatives.

Date: Thursday 10 June 2021

Time: 2.00pm – 3.00pm

Details: This event will be held on Zoom. You will receive joining details on registration.

To book your place please email [email protected].

Top Tips Tuesdays at The Place!

Join us every Tuesday for some top business tips from tried-and-tested local businesses and professionals. Hear how they’ve made their successes, how they overcome obstacles, what makes for effective and efficient working and all manner of other helpful anecdotes and stories.

Dates include:

• 21st June – Speaker TBC
• 28th June – Speaker TBC
• 5th July – Speaker TBC
• 12th July – Speaker TBC
• 19th July – Speaker TBC
• 26th July – Speaker TBC
• 2nd August – Speaker TBC
• 9th August – Speaker TBC
• 16th August – Speaker TBC
• 23rd August – Speaker TBC
• 30th August – Speaker TBC

To book your FREE place or ask any questions, email us!

GENIX Business Support is pleased to be working with by Ensors Chartered Accountants, to provide delegates with digestible technical knowledge specifically designed for the professional sector. The speakers (Ensors Team of Experts) include: Fiona Hotston Moore – Forensic Accounting partner & Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist, Mark Upton – Business Recovery partner & Licensed Insolvency Practitioner; David Scrivener – Corporate Finance and Restructuring partner; and Robert Leggett – Corporate & Business Tax partner. Areas to be covered include: •An insight into the breadth of recent cases and interesting points arising on matters on which the Ensors Forensics team have assisted instructing lawyers and clients. This will include in particular an explanation of the key aspects of business valuation which is relevant on both forensic accounting matters including disputes and divorce as well as more generally in corporate finance transactions. •Comment on changes in the Business Recovery market, the impact on businesses and stakeholders of operating in an uncertain environment and an overview of recent cases and topical issues. •A review of the Ensors Corporate Finance team’s recent deals, trends in the industry and topical issues surrounding the sector. •A review of what’s been hot in the world of business tax, in a turbulent year full of uncertainty about tax legislation. This event is free to attend and will qualify for CPD. Attendance certificates can be provided if required.

Productivity East is excited to share details of the third in the Research & Innovation (R&I) seminar series. On 16th June at 4pm, Professor Kevin Daniels will present ‘Wellbeing – the human face of productivity’.

Poor workforce engagement and wellbeing can be detrimental to organisations through reduced productivity and losing skilled staff to competitors. In this seminar, Professor Kevin Daniels, of Norwich Business School at the University of East Anglia, will discuss the factors that link productivity to wellbeing in complex work environments, such as advanced manufacturing, and some of the practices and policies that organisations can use to help productivity and wellbeing.

More seminars in the series will follow in the autumn. The R&I series covers a range of key topics, themes and concepts delivered by expert academic groups and specialist industry leaders.

If you wish to contact a member of the Productivity East team please email: [email protected].

The Productivity East facility will open in summer 2021.