Baker Street Quarter Partnership

Emergency First Aid at Work
2024-03-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-06 10:00 - 17:00, 2023-11-01 10:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London)
This in person one-day course with Siren Training, is designed for people who want to receive training in emergency first aid and will help you meet regulatory requirements in first aid training covering emergency protocols.
Providing basic lifesaving first aid skills and knowledge of workplace health and safety regulations with topics from adult resuscitation (CPR), burns and scalds, choking adult to defibrillator prompts, defibrillator pad placement, seizures plus much more. Email us to book.
Emergency First Aid at Work is exclusive to employees of Baker Street Quarter Partnership member businesses. To check if your business is a member, email info@bakerstreetq.co.uk.
Terms and Conditions
Whilst we are happy to offer all courses free of charge, the course provider does charge us for each place. If you wish to cancel your place, you must provide at least one week’s notice prior to the course date so we can offer your place to someone else. Failure to attend or cancel within one week will result in your business being liable for the cost of the course of your place.

Fire Marshal Training
2024-02-28 10:00 - 13:00
This half day (3 hours) Fire marshal training courses is delivered by a professional firefighter. You will learn basic fire safety procedures in the workplace and how to ensure your organisation is compliant with the law. It is a legal requirement to ensure you have an adequate number of staff trained to handle the safe and successful evacuation in the case of a fire emergency.
This course will be delivered in-person.
Fire Marshal Training is exclusive to employees of Baker Street Quarter Partnership member businesses. To check if your business is a member and book onto the training, email training@bakerstreetq.co.uk
Terms and Conditions
Whilst we are happy to offer all courses free of charge, the course provider does charge us for each place. If you wish to cancel your place, you must provide at least one week’s notice prior to the course date so we can offer your place to someone else. Failure to attend or cancel within one week will result in your business being liable for the cost of the course of your place.

Pilates Session
2024-02-22 12:30 - 13:30 | Baker Street Hub, 62-64 Baker Street, London, W1U 7GB, United Kingdom
Join us for a 45 minute Mat Pilates session. The class is open level and beginner friendly.
Your instructor:
Having worked in healthcare for 10 years, Toluwa has always encouraged her patients to approach health in a holistic way, incorporating fitness as a key element in their healthy lives. As a trained mat Pilates instructor, she now connects with her clients to enable them to be their best self, building their confidence as they work on their fitness together. Toluwa believes that Pilates is the perfect workout to make anyone feel strong and long and is thrilled to guide and inspire others on their path to wellness.
If you would like to sign up to the class, we are asking for a £5 donation, which will go to a local charity. More detail to come soon.
This session is exclusive to employees of Baker Street Quarter Partnership member businesses. To check if your business is a member and you would like to sign up, please email events@bakerstreetq.co.uk.

Mental Health First Aid
2024-02-19 09:00 - 2024-02-21 17:00
Mental Health First Aid
19 Feb – 21 Feb
This three-day, virtual course will qualify you as a Mental Health First Aider and will provide you with an in-depth knowledge to enable you to support your co-workers. The sessions will be very interactive and there will be some pre-course learning and reading (detailed below). The course will give you:

An in-depth understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect wellbeing.
Practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues.
Confidence to step in, reassure and support a person in distress.
Enhanced interpersonal skills such as non-judgemental listening.
Knowledge to help someone recover their health by guiding them to further support – whether that’s self-help resources, through their employer, the NHS, or a mix.

This course is delivered online and is made up of individual learning activities and a series of four live instructor-led sessions. Individual learning will be based on a combination of videos, workbook activities and reading. This can be completed at your own pace in advance of each live session. The live sessions are led by an approved MHFA England Instructor and are interactive, involving presentation of slides, video clips, activities, discussion and case studies, which you will explore as a group to embed learning. Please see the timings of the live sessions below:
19th Feb DAY 1 – 9am – 12:20 pm live session 1
20th Feb DAY 2 – 9am – 12:45 pm live session 2
21st Feb DAY 3 – 9am – 12:45 pm live session 3
21st Feb DAY 3 – 2pm – 5pm live session 4
Before the live sessions begin you will need to do some set up online and some pre learning which will take 1 hour.
Mental Health First Aid Training is exclusive to employees of Baker Street Quarter Partnership member businesses. Check if your business is a member here.
Terms and Conditions
Whilst we are happy to offer all courses free of charge, the course provider does charge us for each place. If you wish to cancel your place, you must provide at least one week’s notice prior to the course date so we can offer your place to someone else. Failure to attend or cancel within one week will result in your business being liable for the cost of the course of your place.

Carbon Literacy Training
2024-02-09 09:00 - 16:30, 2024-01-19 09:00 - 16:30
This Carbon Literacy Training course delivered by Lighthouse Sustainability is to raise awareness of the carbon dioxide costs and impacts of everyday activities, and the ability and motivation to reduce emissions, on an individual, community and organisational basis (Carbon Literacy Project).
The Carbon Literacy Project was set up to give everyone, everywhere, a day of training on carbon literacy – and in doing so, empower people to make positive change. Today, over 45,000 individuals from over 2,000 organisations have certified as Carbon Literate and that number is rising fast.

What you will gain:
Carbon literacy is there to enlighten, educate and empower.
Businesses and individuals taking part in carbon literacy training can expect to emerge upskilled and motivated to reduce their carbon impact both at work and in their personal lives.
Each individual trained is certified Carbon Literate by the Carbon Literacy Project.

What you will cover:
The course covers topics including:

The Why, What and How of carbon and climate change
Greenhouse gases, and their relationship to weather and climate
How climate change is likely to affect us in the UK and globally
Key terminology, including – net zero; carbon neutral; carbon footprinting, and offsetting
What we are already doing – national policy and local action
Scopes 1, 2 and 3
Understanding our impact: Energy; buildings; travel; food and the circular economy
Motivating others to act – employee engagement
Next steps – making a pledge; setting targets; tools; offsetting; resources.

This training session is exclusive to Baker Street Quarter Partnership member businesses. To check if your business is a member and sign up, email training@bakerstreetq.co.uk.

Crisis & Continuity Planning
2024-02-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Baker Street Hub, 62-64 Baker Street, London, W1U 7GB, United Kingdom
As part of our continuing programme of work to enhance the security and resilience of the Quarter, we will be hosting our latest ‘Emergency Planning and Crisis Management’ exercise on 8 February 2024 in partnership with Harley Street BID.
Bringing together businesses across the area to run through business continuity plans using a simulated major incident – from preventing a crisis to how to respond to a major incident, reliable information resources and how best to communicate with staff and clients. The session is run by the West End Security Group (WESG) and is really useful for those that are responsible for security and operations to ensure that plans cover all necessary steps.
It is open to all members, irrespective of your level of expertise and is designed to help you assess your preparedness, understand how your plans fit with other members and consider how the area might recover from the disruptive effects of a major event. If you’re in a security role or are responsible for developing business continuity and crisis response plans, we would particularly welcome your attendance.
Those that have never been to a session before are very welcome, as are those that attended previously, enabling them to build on and complement plans from the last exercise. The session will have a large focus on local topical issues. For more info, including how to register, please email training@bakerstreetq.co.uk.

IOSH Managing Safely Training
2024-01-31 09:00 - 2024-02-02 17:00
This British Safety Council course will help you gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to manage health and safety within your team and workplace. Get all the benefits of structured classroom learning but with the convenience of the digital world, studying where you like.
The course is arranged into seven modules ranging from understanding your responsibilities to identifying hazards and investigating accidents and incidents to measuring performance. Upon completing the course participants will be able to know the key terms relating to health and safety and identify how the law can have an impact on health and safety in the workplace, plus how to assess, reduce and control risk in the workplace and how to evaluate and respond to an incident – among other crucial learning outcomes.
With over 60 years’ expertise and a long-standing partnership with IOSH, the British Safety Council’s courses offer an ideal mix of up-to-date theory and practice.
Delivered by experienced tutors, this training course is suitable for people from a variety of industries and job roles.
This course is heavily discounted for our members. We are asking for a payment of £100 non-refundable deposit to ensure that all participants that sign up for this course attend. This deposit will need to be paid before the course commences. Email us to book.
This IOSH Managing Safely training is exclusive to employees of Baker Street Quarter Partnership member businesses. To check if your business is a member, email info@bakerstreetq.co.uk.

Fire Marshal Training
2024-01-09 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-11-28 10:00 - 13:00
This half day (3 hours) Fire marshal training courses is delivered by a professional firefighter. You will learn basic fire safety procedures in the workplace and how to ensure your organisation is compliant with the law. It is a legal requirement to ensure you have an adequate number of staff trained to handle the safe and successful evacuation in the case of a fire emergency.
This course will be delivered online.
Fire Marshal Training is exclusive to employees of Baker Street Quarter Partnership member businesses. To check if your business is a member and book onto the training, email training@bakerstreetq.co.uk
Terms and Conditions
Whilst we are happy to offer all courses free of charge, the course provider does charge us for each place. If you wish to cancel your place, you must provide at least one week’s notice prior to the course date so we can offer your place to someone else. Failure to attend or cancel within one week will result in your business being liable for the cost of the course of your place.

Wellbeing for Winter: Beat the Blues
2023-12-11 12:30 - 13:30
For some, the winter months are accompanied by feeling mentally & physically drained with a significant impact on mood. This is known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), often also described as ‘Winter Depression’ or ‘Winter Blues’. The nature and severity of SAD varies from person to person. For some, it is just a mild impact, while for others it can have a significant impact on day to day life. It has been estimated that up to 20% of us may be affected by this in some way.
In this 60 minute Wellbeing for Winter webinar developed by a leading clinical psychologist, delegates can expect to:

Recognise the signs and symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and ‘Winter Blues’
Understand the biological origins of SAD
Explore evidence-based psychological and behavioural strategies to manage the mental and emotional challenges associated with a long, dark and cold winter.
Develop skills in self-care and self compassion.
Take home a toolkit of tips and strategies to help boost mood and maintain good mental health during the winter months.

Book your spot here.

Christmas Lights Walk
2023-12-05 18:00 - 19:00 | 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8EW
Christmas starts here in Marylebone as we learn about the bright lights of the Quarter Get to know more about the local area with our exciting programme of guided walks.

Recycling Webinar
2023-11-30 10:00 - 11:00
First Mile is hosting a special interactive Recycling Webinar on Thursday 30th November, from 10:00am to 11:00am.

This engaging and practical session will cover:

Top tips for better waste management and recycling
How to engage and empower your workforce
How to select the most effective waste streams by industry
What role recycling plays in a sustainable future

There will be a Q&A session at the end for anything not covered, along with a follow up of helpful resources.

You can sign up for the session here.

Oral Health & Oral Cancer Awareness Webinar
2023-11-22 12:30 - 13:30
November is the mouth cancer awareness month, and Montagu Dental is hosting a free webinar on 22nd November from 12:30 – 1:30pm to discuss the risk factors for oral cancer, what you need to be aware of, and how it can be prevented, detected or managed.
More people in the UK die each year of mouth cancer than of cervical and testicular cancer combined and it also causes more deaths in the UK each year than road traffic accidents. We want to be able to help inform as many people as possible about oral cancer, as late diagnosis can have a poor prognosis.
Please register for this free webinar here.

About the organiser:
Dr Saul Konviser BDS MSc BSc is our lead general dentist at the Montagu Dental practice. Saul is a dedicated general dentist, who enjoys looking after generations of families’ dental health with a focus on how their dental health impacts their general health and wellbeing.
Originally from Cape Town, South Africa, Saul completed his Bachelor’s degree in Physiology & Pharmacology at Bristol, University of the West of England and went on to study for a Masters in International Healthy Policy at the London School of Economics, spending time in Canada and South Africa as part of his research projects. Saul then received his Bachelors of Dental Surgery from King’s College London from when he went on to do his training within the NHS before moving into Private practice.
Saul is also a Trustee of the charity Dental Wellness Trust, which promotes oral health to children in the UK and abroad and he oversees the development and roll-out of supervised toothbrushing programmes in schools across England.

Street Food Pop-Up
2023-11-22 11:00 - 15:00, 2023-11-15 11:00 - 15:00, 2023-11-08 11:00 - 15:00, 2023-11-01 11:00 - 15:00, 2023-10-25 11:00 - 15:00, 2023-10-18 11:00 - 15:00, 2023-10-11 11:00 - 15:00
Our weekly food pop-up at George’s Pocket Park gives you the opportunity to try something delicicious, warm and fresh from one of London’s established food traders. While enjoying freshly-made dishes you can enjoy the tranquil setting of our rejuvenated mini-oasis. With extra seating and the addition of a covered gazebo in wet weather, rain or shine we’ll ensure you get that dose of vitamin D as well as your lunchtime food fix.
Check our Instagram feed to discover which trader will be popping up!

Disability Awareness Training – Becoming a more inclusive employer
2023-11-21 10:00 - 12:00
Do you want to be a more inclusive employer? Do you want to find out about the legal requirements on employers, the support available, and best practice in recruiting people with disabilities?
If so, join us for this FREE employer workshop on disability inclusion. Aimed at employers in central London and across the capital, the session will help you to better understand disability employment, and to become a more inclusive employer. The training will take place online on Tuesday 21st November, 10:00 – 12:00.
Disabled people have a huge amount of skills and experience to offer, and research shows that inclusive employment practices can have real benefits for employers. However, just over half of disabled Londoners are in employment, compared to four in five non-disabled Londoners.
The session will cover:
• The benefits of being a more inclusive employer
• The legal obligations on employers
• Practical changes you can make to become a more inclusive employer
• The support available to you and to disabled employees

The event is organised by Central London Forward, and delivered by Business Disability Forum, the leading business membership organisation focused on disability inclusion. The event is free to employers, and funded by the Mayor of London as part of the No Wrong Door initiative. Book your spot here.
To find out more, please contact Miranda Jude (miranda.jude@cityoflondon.gov.uk).

Literary Greats Walk
2023-11-15 12:00 - 13:00 | 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8EW
A walk around the Quarter to learn about the great writers who lived in the area. Make the most of your lunchbreak and explore the area on your doorstep with our exciting programme of guided walks.

Mental Health First Aid
2023-11-13 09:00 - 2023-11-15 17:00
Mental Health First Aid
13 Nov – 15 Nov
This three-day, virtual course will qualify you as a Mental Health First Aider and will provide you with an in-depth knowledge to enable you to support your co-workers. The sessions will be very interactive and there will be some pre-course learning and reading (detailed below). The course will give you:

An in-depth understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect wellbeing.
Practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues.
Confidence to step in, reassure and support a person in distress.
Enhanced interpersonal skills such as non-judgemental listening.
Knowledge to help someone recover their health by guiding them to further support – whether that’s self-help resources, through their employer, the NHS, or a mix.

This course is delivered online and is made up of individual learning activities and a series of four live instructor-led sessions. Individual learning will be based on a combination of videos, workbook activities and reading. This can be completed at your own pace in advance of each live session. The live sessions are led by an approved MHFA England Instructor and are interactive, involving presentation of slides, video clips, activities, discussion and case studies, which you will explore as a group to embed learning. Please see the timings of the live sessions below:
13th Nov DAY 1 – 9am – 12:20 pm live session 1
14th Nov DAY 2 – 9am – 12:45 pm live session 2
15th Nov DAY 3 – 9am – 12:45 pm live session 3
15th Nov DAY 3 – 2pm – 5pm live session 4
Before the live sessions begin you will need to do some set up online and some pre learning which will take 1 hour.
Mental Health First Aid Training is exclusive to employees of Baker Street Quarter Partnership member businesses. Check if your business is a member here.
Terms and Conditions
Whilst we are happy to offer all courses free of charge, the course provider does charge us for each place. If you wish to cancel your place, you must provide at least one week’s notice prior to the course date so we can offer your place to someone else. Failure to attend or cancel within one week will result in your business being liable for the cost of the course of your place.

How to Recycle
2023-11-02 10:00 - 11:00
Our ‘How to Recycle’ Workshop shows businesses the best ways to recycle and how to set up your services in the right way, so you can get the most out of your current recycling arrangement.
We’ll also be answering some of your commonly asked questions surrounding recycling.
If you’ve ever asked yourself, can I recycle that? This workshop is the place to be!

Halloween Walk
2023-10-31 18:00 - 19:00 | 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8EW
A ghostly hike around the haunts of Marylebone. Get to know more about the local area with our exciting programme of guided walks.

Menopause and the Workplace webinar
2023-10-16 12:30 - 13:30
Often viewed as a taboo subject, menopause presents many women with challenges as they continue to navigate their working lives. Sadly, we know that one in four women experiencing menopause symptoms have considered resigning from their role and with more women in work over the age of 50 than ever before it is important to act.
This engaging webinar provides an opportunity for employees to learn more about the impact of the menopause and explores strategies for managing symptoms. Participants will have the opportunity to:

Learn about the symptoms of the menopause.
Explore a number of strategies and ideas to manage the impact of the menopause both at work and at home.
Share experiences in a safe space.
Learn about workplace adjustments and explore ideas for flexible working practices.

Dyslexia Awareness Webinar
2023-10-11 12:30 - 13:30
As part of Dyslexia awareness week at the beginning of October, why not join our Dyslexia Awareness webinar run by British Dyslexia Association. Dyslexia Awareness Week is always a good opportunity to raise awareness and understanding of dyslexia and help to bring about positive change.
The webinar will cover the following areas;

An overview of dyslexia ​
Potential strengths and impacts for the individual​.
Practical Strategies / Reasonable Adjustments​
Top tips on good practice

Please join the session using the link we will provide and not the Eventbrite link.
