Sara Townsend
@empathy_matters
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Strategic Lead for Culture Change (Northants Police & Fire). Passionate about people, potential, safety, creativity & kindness.
Northampton, England
Joined June 2013
To truly listen to others, to give them your full attention without interruption or any judgement, only takes time & practice. Notice the value of listening - it’s a gift #coaching #timetothink #NancyKline
Do Good December - Day 10: Listen wholeheartedly to others without judging them https://t.co/1aRuRjeNLt
#DoGoodDecember
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Yesterday I led a session on "building a sense of belonging" as a key capability for leaders of change. Psychologists say people have a fundamental need to belong - on a par with our need to feel loved. A sense of belonging makes us more likely to collaborate, share ideas,
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First drive of my new @forduk #fordpuma and I’ve already broken down. Engine misfire issue. 3hrs so far in service station, £15 parking fee & apparently parts aren’t covered under warranty?! My new car experience is terrible. Who do I complain to now?? #brokendown #dogs #M6
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New research by @McKinsey states that when it comes to workforce performance/productivity, the working model (office based, working from home or hybrid) is far less important than other factors. What matters most is the work environment that leaders create. McKinsey sets out
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**ROAD CLOSURE*** | M1 ** JUNCTION 22 TO 21A | CLOSED | ***ALL 3 LANES *** SOUTHBOUND** | 17.58 | PLEASE AVOID THIS ROAD IF POSSIBLE Updates to follow Thank you for your patience
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Proud mum this week! Enjoyed the event @UniNhantsNews @MoultonCollege. Inspiring speech by Neelam. Good to hear from @bradshaw5923 Bit of fun at the end of the ceremony but needed the musicality of @RevRichardColes - you were missed! @imacelebrity
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A simple message today. It matters so much it needs to be everyday. How will you sprinkle kindness on #WorldKindnessDay2024 ?
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Winter is coming 🐲 And darkness is a burglar’s best friend. Take a look at our crime prevention advice to make your home too much of a hard target for them to think of hitting. https://t.co/zs0eK7skLc
northants.police.uk
Follow our tips, tricks and insider knowledge to stay safe from crime and protect your home, property, shops and community.
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Leadership is about serving, not commanding. It's about putting your people first. This sheet will help you strengthen your servant leadership, So your employees and your organization can thrive.
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‘Fighting every step is so hard' Katie, 17, is autistic and has barely been to school since she was 13. She joined @BBCNuala to discuss her experience as a child navigating England’s Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) system, and how it has impacted her.
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This World Suicide Prevention Day, remember you don’t have to go through tough times alone. Please save and share ❤️
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Thank you for raising this Claire. Our children have been failed, their self esteem shattered…where is compassion & individualised approach that’s truly meaningful?
Our children are being let down due to poor SEND schooling. In Parliament this week, I highlighted how the hardline approach to absence and use of isolation - coupled with a lack of funding and unachieveable targets - are harming both pupils and parents. Things need to change.
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Altruistic August - Day 22: Give people the gift of your full attention https://t.co/9GXWDRE7ia
#AltruisticAugust
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2/2 People are advised to avoid the area and local residents and businesses are advised to close doors and windows while the emergency services, including Northamptonshire Police and East Midlands Ambulance Service, respond to the incident.
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We are currently dealing with a fire at a building in Dalkeith Place, Kettering. Five pumps and an aerial appliance are in attendance as firefighters respond to the incident. 1/2
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'The impact of these issues are huge for the children, their carers, families., schools and longer term outcomes. Should be a priority. If it was dealt with effectively we could prevent a lot of trauma. Significant concerns' in SEND care for children
bbc.com
Inspectors say provision for SEND children in West Northamptonshire needs to improve "urgently".
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📷 Welcome to Jump Back Up July! 📷 We're grateful to be jumping back up stronger than ever this July, with some exciting news. We've launched the 'Year of Happier Living' across Northamptonshire!!! Subscribe to stay tune in: https://t.co/ddoJl9kdLs
#YearOfHappierLiving #AFHN
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We have launched a new burglary prevention campaign - "Stand Up to Crime". Stand Up to Crime has been spearheaded by the @NorthantsOPFCC and is all about helping you make your property more secure and staying one step ahead of criminals. More here: https://t.co/s1uAxyDTci
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An emotive and immersive dance routine choreographed to explore the consequences of violence against women and girls was the winner of this year’s County Schools Challenge. Read more here: https://t.co/n8nXXN1mHM
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