Upcoming training and information sessions

Whether you want to upskill in 2026, widen your knowledge or keep up to date with the latest staff training on the horizon, our roundup has everything you need to know to take control of your development in the workplace and beyond...

Corporate Training calendar

Corporate training courses can be booked directly online via the Learning and Development training course booking system. Before booking a course, please discuss with your line manager. If you have any issues accessing the system or need some extra help, email the Learning and Organisational Development team.

Visit Connects for further e-learning resources, Our Time to Talk tips and information on the Leadership Academy.

Upcoming training sessions

Adult Support and Protection training calendar (January to March 2026)

Free Adult Support and Protection (ASP) training is open to individuals and partner organisations, see the sessions coming between now and March 2026 in the ASP training calendar. To register a place, email ASP training.

NEST January workshops

Each month, NEST will offer a variety of workshops focused on neurodivergence, including practical strategies to support you in your role. The following workshops are taking place throughout January.

Click on the course titles to find out more about the course content and book your place.

• Inclusive Communication: Room 2, Training Centre, Ayrshire Central Hospital
  Monday 5 January (10am to 12.30pm) or Monday 12 January (1.30pm to 4pm)
• Introduction to Autism 1: Partnership Room, Ayrshire College Kilwinning Campus
  Tuesday 6 January (10am to 12.30pm)
• Introduction to Autism 2: Brooksby Medical and Resource Centre, Largs
  Wednesday 14 January (12.30pm to 3pm)
• Introduction to ADHD 1: Partnership Room, Ayrshire College Kilwinning Campus
  Tuesday 20 January (10am to 12.30pm)
• Introduction to ADHD 2: Brooksby Medical and Resource Centre, Largs
  Wednesday 28 January (12.30pm to 3pm)

If you have any questions, please email Lizzy Barbour.

Digital Learning Hub

Did you know that our IT team have created a one-stop-shop for digital learning resources and opportunities? With everything from learning about Microsoft 365 to problem-solving and finding peer support, IT have got you covered in their new IT Digital Learning Hub and you can access it straight from your desktop - just look for the blue information icon. Find out more in the Digital Learning Hub latest news article.

Smart device demo session (Wednesday 28 January)

Do you, or does someone you know, have a visual impairment which it makes it difficult to access a smartphone or device? CLASP and Triple Tap Tech are holding an information event next month, where you can go along for demonstrations on how to use smart devices such as mobile phones or tablets.

The session will be held on the afternoon of Wednesday 28 January at CLASP, 10 Alexander Place, Stevenston, KA20 3AE. Tea and coffee will be available. To book a place, please contact Nikki by calling 01294 602711.

Suicide Prevention Ayrshire and Arran calendar (January to March 2026)

The January to March 2026 Suicide Prevention Training Calendar is now available to view online, where you’ll find more information on the dates of upcoming courses and how to book. The training can help you feel confident in spotting the signs and knowing how to support someone who’s struggling. Let’s make a difference together!

Latest iLearn modules

United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) learning module

To raise awareness of our responsibilities and why we should always ensure that our young people have a voice, our Learning and Organisational Development team has created a new UNCRC iLearn module.

The short module is mandatory and only needs to be completed once by staff. However, it is very important that all staff complete it and gain an understanding of what UNCRC means and what our responsibilities are.

The UNCRC affects EVERYONE in our Council in EVERY service - not only services traditionally associated with children such as education, housing or social work.

On completion of the new iLearn module, all colleagues should be able to:

• understand the concept of children's rights in relation to the UNCRC
• identify key principles and provisions of children's rights
• explore the connections with relevant policy and legislation and
• have awareness of how these rights can be upheld within operational duties.

Please take some time to login to iLearn and complete this new mandatory module.

Upcoming information sessions

Health and Social Care drop-in budget engagement sessions

North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership (NAHSCP) is currently engaging with individuals, families, carers and professionals on their priorities around how we deliver social care services within budget - and the team want to hear your views.

There are a number of ways you can get involved, both online and in person. Find out more in the HSCP budget latest news article.

There will also be locality events held across North Ayrshire on the following dates:

• Fullarton ConneXions, Irvine: Wednesday 7 January (11am to 2pm)
• Kilwinning Sports Centre: Wednesday 7 January (4pm to 7pm)
• Brodick Hall, Arran: Thursday 8 January (1.30pm to 4.30pm)
• Hayocks Community Centre, Stevenston: Tuesday 13 January (11am to 2pm)
• Bridgend Community Centre, Kilbirnie: Wednesday 14 January (4pm to 7pm)
• Clark Memorial Church, Largs: Thursday 15 January (11am to 2pm)

There’s no need to book, just come along at a time that suits. Find out further information in the Budget challenges news article.

Internal vacancies

To find out about the latest internal (and external) job vacancies with North Ayrshire Council, visit the My Job Scotland website.

Published December 15, 2025