Planning for Retirement – Online Course for Employees

We are pleased to re-introduce the Planning for Retirement online course, available to all employees.

This practical and informative session has been designed to help you take a positive and realistic approach to planning for a financially secure retirement.

About the course

The on-line session provides an overview of key considerations, supporting you to make informed decisions about your future.

It is suitable for employees at any stage of their career, whether retirement is approaching or you are beginning to think about longer-term financial planning.

The sessions are delivered as:

  • A 2.5 hour daytime online session for all employees
  • A 1.5 hour twilight online session for teaching staff delivered outwith teaching hours

What you will cover

  • Lifestyle changes in retirement
  • Understanding retirement income and taxation
  • State Pension and workplace pension options
  • Savings, investments and managing risk
  • The impact of inflation over time
  • Estate planning and inheritance tax
  • Next steps and where to go for further guidance

Course Dates

Please see below the current options for dates for this course. Please ensure you book onto the correct course for your pensions scheme:

Course Dates for 2026 Start Time Finish Time Pension Scheme
Tuesday, 18 August 13:00 15:30 Local Government
Wednesday, 09 September 09:30 12:00 Local Government
Thursday, 17 September 16:00 17:30 Teachers
Wednesday, 21 October 13:00 15:30 Local Government
Thursday, 12 November 13:00 15:30 Local Government
Tuesday,17 November 16:00 17:30 Teachers
Monday, 07 December 09:30 12:00 Local Government

Bookings

To book onto one of the courses please emails corporate.support@falkirk.gov.uk advising which course you would like to book onto.

You will be sent joining instructions for the course including the link to join the online call with the provider, Affinity.

Queries

If you have any questions regarding the course or booking onto the course please contact: