Key Events

Exclusion Guidance and the Role of the Board: Pre Recorded: Course A

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.

Price per session: Governance Training SLA/ £90 per session

Venue: Virtual

Time: Virtual

Category: Training

School Complaints Process for Schools and Academies : Pre Recorded: Course A

School complaints are becoming increasing common. This course will explain the school complaint process and equip you to deal with any formal complaints.

Price per session: Governance Training SLA/ £90 per session

Venue: Virtual

Time: Virtual

Category: Training

Domestic Violence and Safeguarding – An overview of Support and Strategies for Families and School Settings

This course will look at the challenges around domestic abuse, how to have effective support within the school and the role of Governors and Trustees.  

Price per session: Governance Training SLA/ £90 per session

Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre

Time: 10am to 12pm

Category: Training

Training and Devopment Briefing Autumn 2024

The Training and Development Briefing will introduce the new Training and Development programme and be an opportunity to network with other Training and Development leads.

Price per session: Free

Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre

Time: 6pm to 7pm

Category: Training

Chairs Briefing Autumn Term 2024 – 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.

Price per session: Free

Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre

Time: 1.30pm to 3pm

Category: Chairs' Briefing

Chairs Briefing Autumn Term 2024 – 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.

Price per session: Free

Venue: Virtual

Time: Virtual

Category: Chairs' Briefing

Safer Recruitment Module 1: Introduction to Safer Recruitment and Selection: Pre-recorded: Course A

This session aims to explain recruitment and selection procedures which should be used for all posts. NB:  Any delegate wishing to complete the accredited Safer Recruitment course must first attend this session followed by Module 2.

Price per session: Governance Training SLA/ £90 per session

Venue: Virtual

Time: Virtual

Category: Training

Safer Recruitment Module 2: Managing Allegations: Pre-recorded: Course A

This session examines the processes for dealing with allegations against staff working with children and young people. NB: Any delegate wishing to complete the accredited Module 3 Safer Recruitment course must first attend Module 1 and this session.

Price per session: Governance Training SLA/ £90 per session

Venue: Virtual

Time: Virtual

Category: Training

Safeguarding and the Role of the Board : Course A

In this course the importance of Safeguarding within a school and academy is discussed. It is recommended that one governor/trustee from every school/academy attends this session.

Price per session: Governance Training SLA/ £90 per session

Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre

Time: 9am to 11.30am

Category: Training

Governance Induction: Course A

This two-part induction programme will ensure those new to governance have the information they need to become effective governors and trustees.

Price per session: Governance Training SLA/ £90 per session

Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre

Time: 10-12pm

Category: Training

Partnership Forum Autumn Term 2024

The Partnership Forums in Bolton aim to strengthen school governance by providing information about local and national initiatives and changes in government legislation. The forums help support effective communication between governing boards and the local authority and promote cohesive working within the Bolton…

Price per session: Free

Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre

Time: 6.30pm to 8.30pm

Category: Partnership Forum

Safer Recruitment Module 3 (Accredited): Course A

The accredited Safer Recruitment training provides valuable information on a safe school culture and guidance to strengthen safeguards against employing unsuitable people in school. NB: As a minimum requirement the Head Teacher, Principal and a named governor or trustee must have completed this…

Price per session: £275

Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre

Time: 9am to 4pm

Category: Training

Primary Data for School Improvement

In this session we will look at ways in which primary governors can use data to support the boards understanding and ability to provide effective challenge to senior leaders.

Price per session: Governance Training SLA/ £90 per session

Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre

Time: 10-12pm

Category: Training

Academisation Structures and Processes – An Introduction to Academy Governance: Course A

This session will provide an overview of government policy in relation to academy and multi-academy trust governance. It will detail information on systems and structures and also outline key questions and points to consider when converting from a maintained school and joining an…

Price per session: Governance Training SLA/ £90 per session

Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre

Time: 10-12pm

Category: Training

Practical Chairing : Course A

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…

Price per session: Governance Training SLA/ £90 per session

Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre

Time: 10-12pm

Category: Training

Strategic Chairing: Pre Recorded: Course A

In this 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.

Price per session: Governance Training SLA/ £90 per session

Venue: Virtual

Time: Virtual

Category: Training

Health and Safety for School Governors/Trustees: Course A

The aim and objectives  of this course are to increase the health and safety awareness of school Governors/Trustees

Price per session: Governance Training SLA/ £90 per session

Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre

Time: 2-4pm

Category: Training

Cyber Security: Course A

This session will cover the changes in guidance from the DfE that schools and academies must now adhere to and the role of the Governor/Trustee.

Price per session: Governance Training SLA/ £90 per session

Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre

Time: 10-12pm

Category: Training

Ofsted and Governance – Preparing your Board for Inspection: Course A

This session will enable those in governance to know what to expect from inspection.

Price per session: Governance Training SLA/ £90 per session

Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre

Time: 5-7pm

Category: Training

Workshop: The Role of the SEND Governor working with your SENCo

A workshop for SEND link governors/Trustees and SENCos. In the training alongside your schools SENCo, you will understand the role and how to support and challenge the school/academy to ensure that no child is treated less favourably, denied opportunity, or left behind because they…

Price per session: Governance Training SLA/ £90 per session

Venue: Bolton Science and Technology Centre

Time: 9.30am to 12pm

Category: Training