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Keeping Children Safe – (Online Course)
An online e-learning course of Level 1 Safeguarding is available to all governors and trustees free of charge with the expectation that all those involved with schools or academy governance undertake this training at part of the recruitments of Keeping Children Safe in…
Full DetailsPREVENT Duty – (Online Course)
This is an online e-learning session which all governors and trustees are recommended to undertake. This offers an introduction to the Prevent duty and explains how it aims to safeguard vulnerable people from being radicalised to supporting terrorism or becoming terrorists themselves.
Full DetailsSchool Complaints Process for Schools and Academies : Pre Recorded : Course B
School complaints are becoming increasing common. This course will explain the school complaint process and equip you to deal with any formal complaints.
Full DetailsPrice per session: Governance Training SLA/ £94 per session
Venue: Virtual
Time: Virtual
Category: Training
Full DetailsPeople Matter – An overview of HR and staffing procedures: Pre Recorded : Course B
This session will cover governance roles in a range of statutory committees, such as staffing appeals, allegations, disciplinary and recruitment issues.
Full DetailsPrice per session: Governance Training SLA/ £94 per session
Venue: Virtual
Time: Virtual
Category: Training
Full DetailsSuspension and Exclusion Guidance and the Role of the Board: Pre Recorded: Course B
This session will provide statutory guidance relating to processes and procedures for the fixed term suspension or permanent exclusion of pupils and young people, and the support processes within the Local Authority.
Full DetailsPrice per session: Governance Training SLA/ £94 per session
Venue: Virtual
Time: Virtual
Category: Training
Full DetailsRoles and Responsibilities – Governance Refresher: Pre Recorded
This course is ideal for those governors and trustees looking for a refresher and sector update. With the ever-changing educational landscape and the role of governance within it, this course will ensure you are up to date with the DfE’s expectations of governance.
Full DetailsPrice per session: Governance Training SLA/ £94 per session
Venue: Virtual
Time: Virtual
Category: Training
Full DetailsChairs Briefing Spring Term 2025 – Session 1
The Chairs’ Briefings are held early each term in order to prepare chairs of the board for their forthcoming board meetings and to equip them with the knowledge, information and advice needed to effectively undertake their role.
Full DetailsPrice per session: SLA / £50 non SLA
Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre
Time: 1.30 pm - 2.30 pm
Category: Chairs' Briefing
Full DetailsChairs Briefing Spring Term 2025 – Session 2 (recorded)
The Chairs’ Briefings are held early each term in order to prepare chairs of the board for their forthcoming board meetings and to equip them with the knowledge, information and advice needed to effectively undertake their role.
Full DetailsPrice per session: SLA / £50 non SLA
Venue: Virtual
Time: Virtual
Category: Chairs' Briefing
Full DetailsEarly Years Foundation Stage and the Role of the Board: Pre Recorded
This session will support the governors’ and trustees’ knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage in Nursery and Primary settings.
Full DetailsPrice per session: Governance Training SLA/ £94 per session
Venue: Virtual
Time: Virtual
Category: Training
Full DetailsMonitoring the Mental Health and Wellbeing of Staff, Children and the Board
This workshop will help governors and trustees understand the importance of good mental health and well being.
Full DetailsPrice per session: Governance Training SLA/ £94 per session
Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre
Time: 10-12pm
Category: Training
Full DetailsSafer Recruitment Refresher (Accredited) : Course B
This is a half-day refresher session for anyone wishing to renew their Safer Recruitment accreditation training. NB: Any delegate wishing to complete this course must have completed Safer Recruitment no more than 3 years earlier and be in possession of a Safer Recruitment…
Full DetailsPrice per session: £175
Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre
Time: 9am to 12.30pm
Category: Training
Full DetailsGovernance Induction: Course C
This two-part induction programme will ensure those new to governance have the information they need to become effective governors and trustees.
Full DetailsPrice per session: Governance Training SLA/ £94 per session
Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre
Time: 2-4pm
Category: Training
Full DetailsSafeguarding and the Role of the Board : Course B
In this course the importance of Safeguarding within a school and academy is discussed.
Full DetailsPrice per session: Governance Training SLA/ £94 per session
Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre
Time: 5pm to 7.30pm
Category: Training
Full DetailsWidening the Governance Lens on Attendance : Course B
This session will provide Governors and Trustees the opportunity to reflect on attendance and its impact on disadvantaged learners.
Full DetailsPrice per session: Governance Training SLA/ £94 per session
Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre
Time: 5-7pm
Category: Training
Full DetailsWorkshop: The Role of the SEND Governor working with your SENCo: Course B
This workshop is designed for the SEND governance lead and school SENCo to attend together.
Full DetailsPrice per session: Governance Training SLA/ £94 per session
Venue: TBC
Time: 9.30am to 12pm
Category: Training
Full DetailsPractical Chairing : Pre recorded : Course B
In this session, delegates will look at how to effectively manage meetings through exploring good practice and using realistic scenarios to identify strategies for dealing with challenging situations. This is an ideal course for established Chairs and an excellent succession planning tool for…
Full DetailsPrice per session: Governance Training SLA/ £94 per session
Venue: Virtual
Time: Virtual
Category: Training
Full DetailsEducation for Looked After Children and the Role of the Board : Pre Recorded
This session will provide all the information you require to help your school with the complex agenda of Looked After Children.
Full DetailsPrice per session: Governance Training SLA/ £94 per session
Venue: Virtual
Time: Virtual
Category: Training
Full DetailsStrategic Chairing: Course B
In this interactive session, delegates will look at the Chair’s strategic role in ensuring the effective functioning of the board. This is an ideal course for established Chairs and an excellent succession planning tool for future Chairs.
Full DetailsPrice per session: Governance Training SLA/ £94 per session
Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre
Time: 10-12pm
Category: Training
Full DetailsEffective Financial Management
This session will provide an overview of school finance, including how schools are funded and current issues.
Full DetailsPrice per session: Governance Training SLA/ £94 per session
Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre
Time: 5-7pm
Category: Training
Full DetailsSafer Recruitment Module 1: Introduction to Safer Recruitment and Selection: Pre-recorded: Course C
This session aims to explain recruitment and selection procedures which should be used for all posts. This session must be completed prior to Module 3 safer Recruitment
Full DetailsPrice per session: Governance Training SLA/ £94 per session
Venue: Virtual
Time: Virtual
Category: Training
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