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PURPLE POST April 2024
Welcome to the April issue of Purple Post!
You spoke, we listened.
Thanks to all those who voted in the recent survey regarding the format in which we issue Purple Post. The results are in and back by popular demand, we have the pleasure of presenting to you our Purple Post in its glorious digital format!
The countdown is ON, Parenta People!
25th Anniversary Conference and Gala Celebration
The countdown has well and truly started for our upcoming 25th-anniversary conference and gala dinner on Friday 10th May! We hope you are enjoying all the wonderful photos from the previous gala – the team really does “scrub up well”!
The event will truly be an exceptional occasion for us all to unite and commemorate our accomplishments, reconnect with colleagues, and relish an unforgettable evening together.
Get Ready for an Exciting Line-Up:
Engaging Team Activities to Spark Fun and Collaboration
Prepare to Be Inspired by Our Incredible Guest Speaker
Indulge in Fabulous Food, Refreshing Drinks, and Groove to the Beats of the music!
And that's just the beginning! Stay tuned for more surprises and delights!
Referral Program – Earn £100 Amazon Voucher PER REFERRAL!
The competitive spirit is well and truly alive with our new referral program - the leaderboard was looking close towards the end of March with Naomi Paternoster, Yvonne Pickin and Jayne Curtis leading the way – keep them coming!
In case you missed it, here is the link to the relevant page on the staff intranet with step-by-step instructions on how you can earn £100 Amazon Voucher:
Happy referring!
Team Updates
Suki Bhogal – Training Advisor
Since I started the role of Training Advisor at Parenta, I must admit, time has flown by and I have settled into the team well. It's been a rewarding experience; engaging in conversations with employers and acquainting myself with the learners has been both enjoyable and enlightening. Witnessing their growth and recognising my contribution to their journey is truly gratifying. I've received great support from both my Manager Layla MacFadyen and the team. I look forward to the opportunity to continue making a positive impact by providing advice and guidance to our learners and employers.
Layla MacFadyen - Training Advice & Guidance Manager
We have been working closely with the sales team and Richard Ransom to ensure good quality starts are booked in and have put more robust compliance checks in place like how MIS work with the TAs. This ensures any issues with RTWs or PLRs and open funding are picked up before enrolment, meaning fewer cancellations or learners not being able to move past the enrolment stage.
Sarah Ellis - Quality Manager
Here in Quality, we are back to having a full team of 4 IQAs. Jane is setting in well and is now leading the South team, thank you to the South tutors for bearing with us whilst Jane learnt our systems and processes.
A huge thank you to my team of IQAs for the superb work with the completions over the last few weeks, you have all worked tirelessly to move these through to MIS and into EPA.
We are all working towards QAR and year-end, if you need support with learners, please reach out to the quality team we are all happy to help.
Online Social Events for 2024
Next month’s online social event will be on Friday 26th April at 9.30am – and we have two months’ worth of fun to make up for!
Make sure you attend – there WILL be a prize!
READ ALL ABOUT IT!
The testimonials are continuing to delight us - what truly Remarkable work!
March’s winner is ….drum roll…. Sam Evans – it was a close shave, but a fantastic online review clinched it for her! Huge congratulations, Sam! Your £50 Amazon e-voucher will be with you very soon!
Who else wants to win a £50 Amazon gift card?
We're thrilled to share that we've been receiving fantastic testimonials from our learners, employers, and settings. It's truly heartwarming to see such positive feedback! While we'd love to print them all, there are just too many to fit.
Tania, Moreira
“I recently finished my Level 3 in early years workforce and it was a very turbulent journey, but with the help of my new tutor Kaye Newbury. However, I did not finish on the initial estimated date, I was able to finish 1 month and a half later. Kaye really supported me and helped me reach all my goals with this course. With this course, I learned a lot about resilience and overcoming difficult and stressful moments. I am grateful to all the Parenta assessors and their support throughout my journey.”
Emma Brown
“Nicki has been an exceptionally great tutor. She has always answered my questions and her continuous support is always appreciated. Parenta overall has been an incredible experience, right from the word go. I would highly recommend Parenta to anyone wishing to do their qualification.”
Charisse Vanes
“Parenta is a very good service i have done 3 apprenticeships with them and found it really easy to use their online system to see and upload my work. I really enjoy the online classes and find it very helpful, there is always someone to talk to when you need to and the tutors are very helpful. I always recommend Parenta to others when trying to find the right apprenticeship provider.”
Kaydi, Hazelwood
“Since Day 1, Sam has done everything and more for me whilst I complete my Level 3 in Childcare, she always makes time for me, replies to my emails quickly and has given me so much confidence already! She definitely goes above and beyond and always makes sure the next step in my course is in motion. I don't think I could do this Level 3 without her! Thank you so much, Sam!”
Leanne Edney
“My experience with my tutor Sam Evan was absolutely amazing. I feel my tutor supported me and encouraged me when completing my course. When I started to doubt myself my tutor would give me a massive boost in my confidence letting me know "I can do this". My tutor explained every step to me clearly and was always ready to answer my questions.
Thank you so much for all the support and guidance you have given me.”
Helen Enisuoh
“Anita has supported our staff member in completing her level 3 with thoughtful mentoring and guidance. She was instrumental in turning around a previous negative experience with another provider. My staff member is now a confident practitioner ready to embark upon the next stage of her career. Thank you so much, Anita!.”
Brishing Barn
“I have nothing but praise for the Parenta team. My queries are always sorted out quickly and professionally for me. Thank you all for your continued help and support, it is very much appreciated.”
Little Robins
“Jamie, is absolutely amazing! so patient and always directs and gives brilliant guidance! An absolute asset to Parenta.”
Look at how many testimonials and reviews we are receiving now compared to the beginning of the year - this is fantastic - keep them coming!
Resources to help us, our learners, and our settings
A reminder that all Parenta resources can be found here on our staff intranet, all in one handy place.
We publish additional industry expert advice, news articles and crafts in our free
magazine and on our
blog.
Here are this month’s How to Guides and documents that have been added to the staff intranet:
We welcomed to our Parenta Family in March:
Jodie Robinson – Tutor – 4th March - Training LJ
Vicky Soscia - Early Years Tutor - 18th March - Training CG
Kayleigh Wedge - Early Years Tutor - 18th March - Training LJ
Natasha Cann - Early Years Tutor - 18th March - Training KT
Mark McCreesh - Early Years Engagement Consultant - 25th March - Sales
We welcome in April:
Joanne Yates - Early Years Tutor – 2nd April - Training LJ
Anne Fenney – Early Years Engagement Consultant - 3rd April - Sales
Claire Robbins - Early Years Tutor - 8th April - Training KT
Cally Richards - Early Years Tutor - 8th April - Training LJ
Karen Lefevre - Early Years Tutor - 15th April - Training CG