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Governors with responsibility for SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability) - Registration is closed

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Governors’ HR Responsibilities and Teachers’ Pay and Conditions - Registration is now closed

This course covers the responsibilities of governors in church schools as the employer of all staff in the school.
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Parents’ and Carers’ Complaints to Governors - Registration is now closed

This course is aimed at Governors only. Every governing body must have its own complaints policy, which will allow parents/carers to appeal to the governors if they do not agree with how the school has resolved a complaint.
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Headteacher Performance Management – the role of VA, VC governors and Academy Trustees

The course is for governors who are on the headteacher's appraisal committee and for anyone who would like a deeper understanding of the process.
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An introduction to the Chair role for new and prospective Chairs

This course examines the knowledge, skills and practical activities involved in good chairing.
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Leading in Partnership (for Heads or Deputy/Assistant Heads along with their Chair or Vice Chair) - CANCELLED

This course is aimed at the Headteacher and Chair of Governors attending as a pair. The significance of governance at all times, but particularly when a school is inspected, cannot be over stated. The working relationship between the head/principal and the chair of governors is crucial in facilitating effective governance based on clarity around professional boundaries.
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Governors’ HR Panel Hearings - Registration is now closed

The course covers a number of staffing and HR situations which may require the governors to convene a panel hearing, including disciplinary, capability, grievance and pay appeals. Please note: this session does not cover admissions.
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Making Sense of SECONDARY School Performance Data - Registration is now closed

This session will provide an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of how student performance is measured and how this is being impacted by the pandemic. (SECONDARY Schools only)
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Making Sense of PRIMARY School Performance Data

This session will support PRIMARY school governors in their understanding of published data so as to identify school strengths and areas for development. It will also cover aspects linked to Ofsted inspections.
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