*Postponed* Investigation Seminar for Independent Schools - London

Due to recent developments regarding coronavirus, we have taken the decision to cancel this event.

We are not taking this decision lightly but our priority is the health and safety of our clients and staff.

If you are booked to attend this event, we will contact you shortly. We have rearranged this event to 7 October 2020, but if you are unable to attend the new date, please be reassured that you will be entitled to a refund.

Thank you,

VWV

Investigation Seminar

Why Should You Attend?

There are numerous situations where schools may find an investigation is required:
• A member of staff raises a grievance or uses the school's whistleblowing procedure to raise a concern
• An allegation is made against a member of staff which might lead to a disciplinary hearing
• A parent raises a complaint and invokes the formal stage of the school's complaints policy
• A pupil makes a disclosure which raises a concern about potential bullying or peer on peer abuse

Areas Covered

The seminar is aimed at all those who are involved in undertaking investigations in their role. With the use of practical examples and case studies, we will cover:

• The role of an investigating officer
• How to undertake a fair and lawful investigation
• Identifying and gathering relevant evidence
• Taking witness statements (including from reluctant witnesses and pupils)
• Handling sensitive safeguarding or criminal allegations and the interplay with the police or external agencies
• Disclosure and sharing of information under the GDPR

Due to recent developments regarding COVID-19, and in respect to our delegates, clients and employees, please can we ask you not to attend this event/seminar if you have travelled to/from any of the affected areas as identified by Public Health England within the last 2 weeks and/or if you are experiencing any of the virus symptoms.