- Topic of the Month
- 2nd Dec 2024
A Guide to Staying Safe this Holiday Season
The holiday season is a time for celebration, gathering with loved ones, and enjoying the festive spirit. It’s a time to relax, have fun, and make memories. However, with all the excitement, it’s easy to forget the importance of staying safe, especially when it comes to drinking. Whether you’re attending office parties, family gat...
- Topic of the Month
- 1st Nov 2024
Navigating Religious Beliefs in the Workplace: Respect, Inclusion, and Best Practices
In today’s increasingly diverse world, our workplaces are full of people from different cultural and religious backgrounds. This month our topic of the month is Religious Beliefs in the Workplace. Where we look at what religious inclusivity is and how we can promote it in the workplace and create a respectful and inclusive environment for eve...
- Topic of the Month
- 1st Oct 2024
Understanding 'Prevent' and Why It Matters
In today’s world, where cultural and societal tensions can escalate quickly, it’s more important than ever to be aware of the threats that extremism can pose to our communities. Recent events in the UK, such as the riots and unrest that have shaken several cities, highlight how vulnerable our society can be to the influence of radical i...
- Topic of the Month
- 2nd Sep 2024
Time Management Tips for Apprentices: Balancing Work & Study
It’s that time again, and this month's topic of the month (drumroll please) is: Time Management and Good Attendance. This month, we’ll look at the importance of good attendance and time management and how both skills are crucial to anyone’s career. By the end of it you’ll be thinking of these skills as your own...
- Topic of the Month
- 1st Aug 2024
PROTECTING YOUR ONLINE REPUTATION - STOP. REFLECT. PROTECT.
In today’s digital age, our online presence is more significant than ever. From personal social media posts to professional profiles, the content we share can have lasting impacts on our lives and careers. Understanding and managing your online reputation is important. Let’s look at the importance of online reputation and how you can sa...
- Topic of the Month
- 1st Mar 2024
Money Matters - Debt Advice Topic of the month at IPS
We live in a society where borrowing money is ‘the norm’ but be careful and make sure you do not take credit out due to peer pressures such as brand and image. What actions can be taken to manage money more effectively?Make sure that you can afford to spendDo not take on credit due to peer pressures such as brand or imageTrac...
- Topic of the Month
- 9th Jan 2024
LOOK AFTER YOURSELF AND YOUR MENTAL HEALTH
What is a disability?Who can be disabled?How do the British Values impact disability?Who should you tell if you have a disability?What Not To Do... In A Job Interview - Scope 1 in 4 people experience at least one diagnosable mental health problem every year. Who can you talk to? If you are in crisis and feel like you might ha...
- Topic of the Month
- 18th Dec 2023
Don't drink/drug drive – Topic of the month at IPS
Don't drink and drive, get caught, face a hefty fine, lose your license, and maybe go to jail! Repeat it in a decade and you're looking at a three-year ban. Don't risk it; the consequences are no joke! Kent Police reveals alarming statistics 3,000 Lives at Stake Annually in Drink-Related Crashes according to Kent PoliceDecember 20...