NPSS National Conference 2019

View before you choose: a peek at some workshop and masterclass descriptions 

 

Creating a psychologically informed environment

This workshop will provide delegates with a detailed overview of the work that Llamau is doing to further embed a Psychologically Informed Environment approach across the charity. This will include progress to date, Llamau’s support methodology and accompanying research into the effectiveness of being PIE.

 

Using case file reviews to support compliance with the HRA and enhance service delivery

Sefton Borough Council, like all local authority housing services, was affected by the significant changes to legislation brought about by the HRA 2017, coupled with  on-going  fiscal  challenge  and an ongoing requirement to demonstrate that services delivered offer value for money.

Sefton recognise that informed service delivery is crucial to ensure their housing options service remains effective in identifying early opportunities for preventing homelessness for all in housing need; join them at this masterclass to hear how they used the NPSS 360-degree case file review service to review the practices and processes they have in place to prevent and tackle homelessness.

 

Practitioner Reviews; supporting compliance and continuous improvement

This masterclass will take you through the stages of a Diagnostic Practitioner Review (DPR) which is fundamentally a ‘critical friend’ assessment of how a local authority is performing in its efforts to both prevent and tackle homelessness.  The session will explain how it can help you achieve best possible outcomes for your customers and staff.  NPSS has been working with Scarborough who will be co-presenting this masterclass; having recently completed a DPR, they will be able to share the DPR experience and explain how the review has enabled them to focus on the next steps of service improvement and ensure they remain in compliance with the legislation.

 

Top tips for reviewing and updating your homelessness strategy

This masterclass is aimed to support local authorities to review their homelessness strategies following the implementation of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. During the session, we will give some top tips around what is required to make your homelessness strategy legally compliant, as well as operationally supportive. NPSS has been working closely with Ryedale District Council who will be co-delivering this masterclass and sharing learning and good practice following their recent homelessness strategy review.

 

5 tips for defending possession proceedings to prevent homelessness

Have you ever wondered at what point in possession proceedings an applicant will officially become homeless or threatened with homelessness? How do you prevent homelessness by being familiar with what a person can ask the court to do instead of issuing a possession order? Did you know it is possible to get someone reinstated even after possession? We will be examining judge's discretion and the rules for setting aside, adjournments, varying the terms of an order etc"

 

Top tips for successful bid writing

Do you need to supplement your budget in order to deliver an excellent service? Have you been unsuccessful in bidding for funding from MHCLG?

Ieaun ap Rees from the West London Housing Partnership has a notable track record of writing successful funding bids; this workshop will provide you with guidance and top tips on how to become a successful bid writer.

 

Promoting culture change through motivational interviewing

A masterclass aimed to support local authorities to move towards a more holistic culture in response to the implementation of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. This session will help to encourage staff buy in to motivational interviewing and embed these techniques within their front-line service delivery.  By the end of the masterclass, participants will have developed an understanding and a confidence in using motivational interviewing and how this can be embedded within their team to prevent homelessness.

 

Ensuring your allocations policy is fit for purpose

This masterclass will take you through what you need to consider, ensuring your policy is fit for purpose and in compliance with the legislation, including the HRA.  Windsor & Maidenhead have been working with NPSS and will be co-presenting this masterclass; they will offer some top tips and share learning from their recent allocations policy review.

 

Using Housing Jigsaw to deliver your housing solutions

“Your IT system should support efficient and effective service delivery; not hinder the way you work…”

Agree? Then join colleagues from Cornwall Housing to hear how they have successfully implemented Housing Jigsaw’s flagship PRAH and ALERT modules to support implementation of the HRA including the s213 duty to refer.

 

Apprenticeships:  How qualified advisers can improve your service and the sector as a whole (The value of having qualified homelessness staff):

A new apprenticeship for homelessness staff has been developed by Safer Renting in partnership with the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives, which will see apprentices, participating in this 18 – 24 month course based on portfolio work from worker’s real caseload, qualifying them as paralegals upon completion. On this workshop we will talk about the syllabus and content, looking at the differences it will make to homelessness units and homelessness prevention.

 

How the private rented sector is being used for criminal purposes (homelessness prevention and understanding the shadow private rented sector)

4.5 million families now rent privately and many homeless applicants make approaches as a result of activities of rogue landlords, in terms of illegal evictions and appalling property conditions, rendering accommodation unreasonable to occupy. This workshop will shine a light on this shadow world and what can be done by homelessness officers to deal with the various problems it causes, using legal advice and drawing on help from other council teams such as Environmental Health and what they can do.

Why sponsor and exhibit at the NPSS National Conference on 1 and 2 July 2019?

Sponsors

We have created sponsorship packages to promote your brand and offer you opportunties over the two days of the conference to network with all attendees.   We offer an exhibition space in all but one of our sponsorship packages which offer you an additional opportunity to showcase your brand.

We know that sponsorship is an effective way of marketing; sponsorship at the conference will increase attendee understanding and awareness of your brand and maximise the opportunity to make important contacts over the two days. 

You may want to talk to us about a bespoke sponsorship package and we woul be happy to discuss this with you.

Exhibitors

The Oculus building is perfect for an event of this size, with the exhibition floor area located in the main foyer of the building and guaranteeing major footfall in a lively location.

As the exhibition floor area is in the hub of the Oculus, there will be excellent attendance levels over the two days as delegates network during registration, lunch and refreshment breaks.

 

To download the sponsorship options, please click on the link  NPSS Conference Sponsor and Exhibitor Packages

 

For further details about booking your sponsor and exhibitor package, please contact:

Angie Rawlins

Service Manager

 

T: 01962 851747

E: support@npsservice.org.uk

 

The Oculus Building, the University of Warwick, Coventry CV4 7AL

It was our first year at the Oculus in 2018 and we are delighted to be holding our conference in this spectacular state-of-the-art building again in 2019.

The Oculus provides a fantastic conference environment for all, with an abundance of space, light and opportunities to network and share learning in a beautiful location.

We look forward to welcoming you in July.

 

 

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