Please find all governance training courses for the 2021-22 academic year listed below in course category order. Governors and trustees may seek further information and book on each course individually by selecting the ‘Further Information’ link alongside the corresponding date and time. Events may also be viewed in date order via the Key Events page.
Along with updates to our current training offer, we will be delivering two new courses, one specifically for Safeguarding Governance developed via our colleagues in the Safeguarding in Education Team and another looking at School Complaints and the relevant guidance surrounding this. The courses in this programme continue to embed each strand of the Department for Education’s Competency Framework for Governance and unless specifically stated, are suitable for all those involved in governance within different educational settings.
Following overwhelmingly positive feedback on the virtual sessions provided in the previous year, we have taken a blended approach to training delivery. Therefore sessions will be delivered via in person face-to-face session, live Teams virtual sessions and pre-recorded video sessions. We feel this will allow greater flexible and wider reaching support to our leaders, governors and trustees.
Information on Partnership Forums, Chairs’ Briefings can be found under the ‘News, Events and Updates’ section of the site.
Information can be found about our e-learning opportunities via the ‘Governance E-Learning’ Page
If you would like to discuss any aspects of the Governance Training & Development Programme further, please contact Marie Foley on 01204 332116 or via email at marie.foley@bolton.gov.uk.
Precautions for Covid-19
For all in person centre based training, please ensure that if you feel unwell before the course, you do not attend the training and contact the service as soon as possible. You should self-isolate immediately if you have:
- a new, continuous cough
- a high temperature,
- or a loss of or change in their normal sense of smell or taste
Coronavirus testing is available for anyone. To book an appointment visit Coronavirus Testing
Hand sanitiser will be available on entry to the centre and in all meeting rooms. High touch surfaces and meeting rooms will be disinfected frequently throughout the day. Rooms will be ventilated, so warm clothing is advised. The wearing of face coverings is optional. Numbers may be reduced to facilitate social distancing.
New to Governance |
Governance Induction Programme | |||
Course A
(In person) |
Module 1 – 7 October 2021 Module 2 – 12 October 2021 |
10 pm- 12 pm 10 pm – 12 pm |
[ Further Information ] |
Course B
(Pre-Recorded Virtual Sessions) |
Modules 1 & 2 – 29 November 2021 | Available from 12 pm (for one month) | [ Further Information ] |
Course C
(In person) |
Module 1 – 12 January 2022 Module 2 – 19 January 2022 |
5 pm – 7 pm 5 pm – 7 pm |
[ Further Information ] |
Course D
(In Person) |
Module 1 – 17 March 2022 Module 2 – 24 March 2022 |
2 pm – 4 pm 2 pm – 4 pm |
[ Further Information ] |
Course E
(Live Teams Virtual Sessions) |
Module 1 – 20 April 2022
Module 2 – 27 April 2022 |
5 pm – 7 pm
5 pm – 7 pm |
[ Further Information ] |
Course F
(In Person) |
Module 1 – 23 June 2022 Module 2 – 28 June 2022 |
10 am – 12 pm 10 am – 12 pm |
[ Further Information ] |
Human Resources & Safeguarding |
Safeguarding – The Board’s Role ** New Course ** | |||
Course A
(In person) |
4 October 2021 | 9 am – 11 am | [ Further Information ] |
Course B
(Live Teams Virtual Session) |
13 January 2022 | 11.30 am – 1 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Course C
(In person) |
30 March 2022 | 5.30 pm – 7.30 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Course D
(In Person) |
30 June 2022 | 1 pm – 3 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Introduction to Safer Recruitment and Selection: Module 1 | |||
Course A
(Virtual Pre-Recorded Session) |
September 2021 to August 2022 | Available to view within one month of access | [ Further Information ] |
Managing Allegations: Module 2 | |||
Course A
(Virtual Pre-Recorded Session) |
September 2021 to August 2022 | Available to view within one month of access | [ Further Information ] |
Accredited Safer Recruitment: Module 3 | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
28 September 2021 | 8.45 pm – 5 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Course B
(In Person) |
17 January 2022 | 8.45 pm – 5 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Course C
(In Person) |
17 May 2022 | 8.45 pm – 5 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Safer Recruitment Refresher | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
19 October 2021 | 9 am – 12.30 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Course B
(In Person) |
15 March 2022 | 9 am – 12.30 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Course C
(In Person) |
8 June 2022 | 9 am – 12.30 pm | [ Further Information ] |
How to Identify Domestic Violence and Safeguarding Children in School – A Governance Perspective | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
22 March 2022 | 2 pm – 3.30 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Course B
(In Person) |
6 July 2022 | 6 pm to 7.30 pm | [ Further Information ] |
People Matter (recruitment, staffing appeals, allegations and disciplinary) | |||
Course A
(Via Teams) |
24 January 2022 | 10 am – 12.30 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Financial Management |
Effective School Financial Management | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
18 January 2022 | 6 pm – 8 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Financial Accountability – A Practical Workshop | |||
Course A
(Via Teams) |
27 January 2022 | 6 pm – 8 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Understanding Data |
Primary Data for School Improvement | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
8 June 2022 | 10 am – 12 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Secondary Data for School Improvement | |
Session available on request – please contact Marie Foley on marie.foley@bolton.gov.uk |
Leadership and Effective Chairing |
Practical Chairing | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
2 November 2021 | 2 pm – 4 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Course B
(In Person) |
16 March 2022 | 6 pm – 8 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Strategic Chairing | |||
Course A
(Live Teams Virtual Session) |
2 December 2021 | 6 pm – 8 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Course B
(In Person) |
9 June 2022 | 10 am – 12 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Governance Roles and Responsibilities |
General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) | |||
Course A
(Virtual Pre-Recorded Session) |
September 2021 to August 2022 | Available to view within one month of access | [ Further Information ] |
Governance Refresher | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
8 December 2021 | 2 pm – 4 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Course B
(Virtual Pre-Recorded Session) |
9 May 2022 | Available from 12 pm to view within one month | [ Further Information ] |
The School Complaint Process ** New Course ** | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
18 May 2022 | 2 pm – 4 pm | [ Further Information ] |
The Head Teacher’s / Principal’s Appraisal Review | |||
Course A
(Pre Recorded Virtual Session) |
September 2021 to August 2022 | Available to view within one month of access | [ Further Information ] |
Ofsted & Governance | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
1 November 2021 | 2 pm – 4 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Course B
(In Person) |
19 May 2022 | 2 pm – 4 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Virtual Meetings and Effective Use of IT in Meetings | |||
Course A
(Pre-Recorded Virtual Session) |
September 2021 to August 2022 | Available to view within one month of access | [ Further Information ] |
Monitoring Teaching & Learning | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
26 January 2022 | 6 pm to 8 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Working Together for Effective Governance | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
17 November 2021 | 2 pm – 5 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Specific Areas of Governance |
Exclusion Guidance & the Role of the Board | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
26 April 2022 | 5 pm – 7 pm | [ Further Information ] |
The Education of Looked After Children | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
25 May 2022 | 6 pm – 8 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Promotion of Community Cohesion | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
5 July 2022 | 10 am – 12 pm | [ Further Information ] |
The Role of the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Governor/Trustee | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
23 November 2021 | 2 pm – 4 pm | [ Further Information ] |
A Governance Role in Early Years | |||
Course A
(In Person) |
21 October 2021 | 2 pm – 4 pm | [ Further Information ] |
Online Training Sessions |
Keeping Children Safe: Level 1 – General Safeguarding (external site) | [ Further Information ] |
PREVENT – Online Training (external site) | [ Further Information ] |