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Governors and Clerks’ Learning & Development Training Programme for Maintained Schools, Academies and Free Schools 2013-14

“connection, communication, collaboration”

Contents School Workforce & Governor Support Team................................................................................. 3

Local Authority Trainers ........................................................................................................................4 Associate Trainers .................................................................................................................................5

Supporting our Governing Bodies.................................................................................................... 6 Our Aims .................................................................................................................................................6 Training Evaluation Feedback from Governor Support Courses ......................................................8

Governor Representative Groups................................................................................................... 10 Booking Information ........................................................................................................................ 12 Governor & Clerk Learning & Development Framework .............................................................. 13 Online Resources............................................................................................................................. 14

Governor E Learning (GEL) .................................................................................................................14 The Wave for Schools ..........................................................................................................................15

All Governors ................................................................................................................................... 16 Brighton & Hove Governors’ Conference ..........................................................................................16 Governance, Strategy and Partnership Meetings .............................................................................16

New Governors and Clerks ............................................................................................................. 17 Induction Training for New Governors and Clerks ...........................................................................17

Clerks Supporting Governors ......................................................................................................... 20 Outstanding” Governance through Effective meetings and minutes NEW ....................................20 Clerks’ Forum .......................................................................................................................................21 Chairs & Clerks Working Together NEW............................................................................................21 Clerks’ Accreditation............................................................................................................................22 Clerks’ Conference...............................................................................................................................22

Supporting Governors Roles & Responsibilities .......................................................................... 23 Training Link Governor Network NEW ...............................................................................................23 Excluding Pupils (The role of the governor and clerk on pupil/student discipline committees) .24 School Finance .....................................................................................................................................25 Pupil Premium NEW .............................................................................................................................26 Using RAISEonline to Support School Improvement .......................................................................26 Health & Safety Governor Roles & Responsibilities .........................................................................27 Introduction to Safeguarding & Child Protection for New Governors ............................................28 Safeguarding & Child Protection for Governors (Update training) .................................................28 The Role of the Local Authority Governor NEW................................................................................30 The Role of the Staff Governor NEW ..................................................................................................30 Governor School Visits........................................................................................................................31 Governors’ Responsibilities around SEN and Supporting Vulnerable Groups .............................32 Parent Governor Workshop.................................................................................................................33 Governor Appeal Panels: Capability, Grievance & Disciplinary ......................................................33 Preparation for Ofsted – New Inspection Framework.......................................................................34 Working Effectively with your Headteacher NEW ............................................................................34 Constructive Challenge for Effective Governance............................................................................35

Headteacher Recruitment................................................................................................................ 35 Headteacher Recruitment for Governors NEW..................................................................................36 Safer Recruitment Training .................................................................................................................36 Headteacher Appraisal & Objective setting for Governors ..............................................................37 Chairs and Vice Chairs’ Forum ...........................................................................................................37

Developing Future Leaders ............................................................................................................. 38 Introduction to being a Chair of Governors/Vice Chair ....................................................................38 National College for Teaching and Leadership .................................................................................39 National College for Teaching and Leadership: Leadership Development Programme for Chairs or Aspiring Chairs of Governors.........................................................................................................40

Bespoke Governing Body Development Training......................................................................... 41 Voluntary Aided Schools................................................................................................................. 41 Booking Form................................................................................................................................... 42

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School Workforce & Governor Support Team

Governor Support

Room 319, Kings House, Grand Avenue

Hove BN3 2LS

[email protected] U

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Name Job Title Telephone Email Sharon Mackenzie Governor Support Officer 01273 293465 [email protected] U Nicki O’Neill Training & Development Officer 01273 293466 UNicki.O’[email protected] Yaz Jenner Training Coordinator 01273 294551 [email protected] U Robert Stovold Administration Assistant 01273 294550 [email protected] Rose Wisdom Partnership Adviser, School Governance &

Leadership 01273 293506 [email protected] U

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Local Authority Trainers Name Biography

Emma Lake Executive Headteacher, Hangleton Infant School & Benfield Primary School

John Mann Pupil Premium and Intervention Manager, HMaking Good Progress

Sam Beal Partnership Adviser, Health and Wellbeing, Healthy Schools Team

Sarah Berliner EMAS Team Leader, Ethnic Minority Achievement Service

Karen Brookshaw Schools’ Contact Accountant, Schools’ Finance

Katie Bennett Senior Health & Safety Business Partner, Health Safety & Wellbeing

Jacqueline Coe Head of SEN & Specialist Placements

Ken Simpson Head of Coaching & Advice

Lisa Howard Exclusion & Child Employment Officer, HAccess to Education

Mandy Miller Adviser, Education & Inclusion

Mary Ellinger Adviser, Education & Inclusion

Nicki O’Neill Training & Development Officer, School Workforce & Governor Support

Rose Wisdom Partnership Adviser, School Governance & Leadership

Sharon Mackenzie Governor Support Officer, School Workforce & Governor Support

Steve Williams Schools’ Accountant, Schools’ Finance

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Associate Trainers Name Biography

Clive Bolton Clive has been involved in education for over 30 years covering the primary, secondary and tertiary sectors. His work has ranged from teaching mathematics and computing to being the director for curriculum and quality of a large further education college. He was an Ofsted inspector and more recently has been employed as a consultant for the National College. Having originally trained as a statistician he enjoys working with data to bring about school improvement. He is currently vice chair of governors at Benfield Primary School and chairs the Strategic Action Committee, using data to scrutinise pupil progress.

Jenny Barnard Langston

Jenny has been involved in education provision locally for more than thirty years, as a policy maker and Chair of governors in all school phases. As well as being a current chair and she is also involved with Brighton & Hove Learning Partnership Strategic Board and Brighton & Hove Governors’ Association Steering Group. Jenny works as a relationship Counsellor and Life Coach and is a Patron and Trustee of a number of charities. She founded the Tony Barnard Foundation which seeks to enhance the quality of life for children and adults with learning difficulties and where appropriate, their carers. Jenny is a National Leader for Governance, Central Sussex Magistrate, Chair of the Youth Panel and member of the Training and Development Committee. She not only delivers a range of training but also regularly participates in training to develop her skills. She is passionate about equity of education for all youngsters, offering them the optimum life chances.

Linda Newman Linda became a governor in 1991 to contribute to their schools, firstly Woodingdean Primary and now Longhill. She has been an Associate Governor Trainer since 1994, delivering induction training to new governors, so she keeps her skills up-to-date. Linda acknowledges that it is a privilege to meet so many enthusiastic new governors and to watch and share their experience of governance. Linda has worked in higher education since graduation, first as a librarian, then senior administrator and project manager. She became President of the University and College Union in 2007, returning to her career as national Head of Resources for the union in 2008.

Karen Wicker Karen has been a Headteacher in both East Sussex and Brighton. Whilst leading an Infant School in Brighton she also worked as a Consultant Leader and during a secondment as a School Workforce and Leadership consultant. This gave Karen the opportunity to work across the education spectrum and she was involved in developing and delivering a number of training and development strategies and programmes. Since retiring and now a governor herself, she is pleased to work with the LA on a key area of Governor training - Safeguarding and Child Protection

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Supporting our Governing Bodies

“I want to make it easier for governors to do a good job. I want to be absolutely clear about the role we expect them to play. I want to strip away unnecessary rules

and regulations and make sure governing bodies understand their legal duties.”

Lord Nash, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Schools

“governing bodies should have a strong focus on three core strategic functions”

1. Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction 2. Holding the headteacher to account for the educational performance of the

school and its pupils 3. Overseeing the financial performance of the school and making sure its

money is well spent

The DfE Governors’ Handbook, published May 2013

Our Aims

As school governors, the dedication, energy and commitment that you bring to the role, as part of the strategic leadership of the school, is highly valued. In ensuring that all children and young people in our city have the very best opportunities to reach their full potential means that the governing body responsibilities are increasingly wide-ranging. However, you also tell us that making a difference to our pupils, and students, means the role of governor is also an immensely rewarding one. Our Learning and Development Programme recognises both the diverse training needs of governors and the requirements of both local and national initiatives in education. We are committed to supporting governors in the pursuit of effective governance in all our schools that helps to raise standards across the city. As we move into an era of a variety of school organisation, schools supporting schools, greater school autonomy, and developing partnerships, this coming year’s theme will be one of “connection, communication and collaboration” (John West-Burnham, Building sustainable school improvement through systems leadership and colloboration). The Governor Support Team looks forward to supporting you and working with your governing body to achieve effective governance across the city.

We aim through the Governors & Clerks’ Learning & Development Programme to:

assist governors to undertake their roles and responsibilities confidently and effectively ensure that up to date information, guidance and training is available to all governors enable governors to understand and develop their role in contributing effectively to raising standards of

achievement in schools disseminate information to governing bodies which is relevant and understandable support governors to be prepared and adaptable during a time of significant change

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We are aware that people like to learn in a range of ways, with different methods of delivery. Therefore the provision covers:

face-to-face training events bespoke training for individual governing bodies workshops/discussion groups online training governor and clerks’ meeting partnership/cluster working city wide strategy events

Members of the team, including the associates who help to deliver the training programme, are all experts in their fields. Many have direct experience as governors, teachers or as clerks to governing bodies.

Please contact the Governor Support Team for more information about our service and our Service Level Agreement. Our Service Level Agreement is available on the Wave for Schools at: HUhttp://wave4schools.brighton-hove.gov.uk UH. > Schools > Services to Schools > Governor Support or on request.

Best wishes

Rose Wisdom

Partnership Adviser, School Governance & Leadership

01273 293506 [email protected] U

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Training Evaluation Feedback from Governor Support Courses

Overall the course has built confidence in my role as a member of a G.B. and has explained many areas in great detail. All sessions were a comfortable length, well-paced and well-timed.

Understanding policies. This is an area that has always mystified me as clerk. Very useful to hear good practices

It was a very good introduction and helped generally with my understanding of the role of governor.

Clive's session was excellent to help me understand what is, and is not, important.

Understanding how to interpret the figures. Extremely well explained. I don't do sums and I got it! Excellent. PS, materials of excellent quality.

Well-facilitated - good amount of knowledge of role - well-delivered.

The practical exercises were really helpful. Access to GEL beforehand was also useful. Sharon very knowledgeable.

Slides/discussing difference between safeguarding and child protection, and focus on safeguarding and what that means . Very clear slides throughout - easy for referral later.

Useful as a new governor to talk to other governors about the purpose of governing body, and what effective governance looks

Good mix of practical/group/discussion and "taught" stuff. I really liked the thoughts and actions sheet for recording notes on.

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New Courses

We have updated the training programme and materials in response to governors and clerks comments and requests. Some of the new courses include:

• Pupil Premium • Headteacher recruitment for Governors • Training Link Governor Forum • The Role of the Local Authority Governor • The Role of the Staff Governor • Student Governors • Chairs & Clerks Working Together • RAISEonline for School Improvement • Working Effectively with your Headteacher

Local Authority Support for Governors In addition to training, support is available for all governors and clerks to governing bodies across Brighton & Hove. This includes:

• Regular e-mails to clerks and chairs of governors with local and national information • Governance, Strategy & Partnership Meeting with briefing from local authority officers • Governing Body Self Evaluation Toolkit • Governors’ website and webpages • Clerks’ Forum • Training Link Governor Network • Telephone helpline for governors and clerks

NEW Induction Training for New Governors and Clerks:

New Saturday session and intensive two day daytime sessions

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Governor Representative Groups These are some examples of the groups representing governors across the city:

Brighton & Hove Governors’ Association

Brighton & Hove Governors’ Association is an independent, non-party political body which aims to maximise the contribution made by school governors to advance the quality of education and the interests of every child in the city. Membership of the association is open to all governing bodies and governors in Brighton & Hove. The association works in partnership with Governor Support to recruit and appoint governors to committees, working groups and appointment panels. It also supports the Governance, Strategy & Partnership Meeting (GSP) each term. The association is affiliated to the National Governors’ Association (NGA), and ensures the voice of governors in Brighton & Hove is heard at a local, regional and national level. For more information please visit the following web page: HUhttp://www.b-hga.co.uk/U

Learning Partnership

The Learning Partnership has a range of partners from across the city involved in creating effective educational strategy by bringing together those with responsibility for policy with those experienced in implementation. The strategic board of the Learning Partnership has governor representation from each of the phases - primary, secondary and special. Contact: Rose Wisdom, Strategic Coordinator for the Learning Partnership.

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Parent Governor Representatives

What does a parent governor representative do?

A parent governor representative (PGR) will represent the views of all parents in the area of the local authority. He or she will attend local committees dealing with education and vote on all matters to do with schools and pupils. A parent governor representative will not represent the interest of any particular group, school or locality, or any party political interest. Parent governor representatives will find out the views of parents in their local authority area. They will keep parents informed about what issues the authority is discussing, and what decisions they have made or are planning. We will be running an election for a second parent governor representative in Autumn 2013. A parent governor representative is responsible for:

Keeping in touch with general views of parents. Speaking for parents and pupils on education matters at local authority meetings Voting in key decisions. Feeding back the local authority's discussions on education to parents. Acting as a sounding board for the local authority when it wants to get a feel for whether parents

are likely to welcome or reject a particular proposal.

Contact: Amanda Mortensen, Parent Governor Representative Via the Governor Support Team: [email protected] U

Governor Representative Groups

Schools’ Forum

The role of the Schools' Forum is to advise the Assistant Director Children’s’ Services (Education & Inclusion) on various matters relating to school budgets. These include changes to the spending formula and services to schools. The group is made up of approximately 25 members and meets four times a year. For more information please visit the following web page on the main council website: HUhttp://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/children-and-education/schools/brighton-hove-schools-forum U

SEN Partnership Board

The SEN Panel is an advisory body, with governor representation. For more information about the SEN Partnership Board please refer to the Schools Bulletin on the Wave for Schools > SEN Updates on 02/07/12 HUhttp://wave4schools.brighton-hove.gov.uk/schools/bulletins

Secondary Chairs’ Group

Contact: Chair: Mike Nicholls, Hove Park School Email: [email protected] U

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Booking Information

How do I enrol on a governor training course? To book a place on a course please email the School Workforce and Governor Support Team at: [email protected] UH or tel (01273) 293466 or complete and return the enclosed booking form. How I will I know my place has been confirmed? On receipt of your booking we will email you a training confirmation including the joining details for the session and send venue directions. If you have not heard anything one week before the event, please get in touch so we can check we have your booking. What if I need special requirements? Please let us know of any special requirements when you book on your course. Many of our venues are fully accessible, and we do our very best to ensure wheelchair access, provide large print copies of handouts, or find rooms with induction loops. The more notice we have the better in order to fully meet your needs. Closing dates and viability Please aim to book on courses as soon as possible as we assess the viability of the event two weeks before the scheduled date. If numbers are fewer than ten, we will usually cancel the event in order to avoid the cancellation fees charged by the venue. Numbers may be restricted at daytime events. What happens if I need to cancel? If you are unable to attend an event for which you have enrolled, please call us on 01273 293466 or email us at: [email protected] U We require to be notified of cancellation at least five working days in advance of your course. This will enable us to revise the accommodation and catering arrangements before costs are incurred. What happens if School Workforce & Governor Support have to cancel a course? If we have to cancel or postpone a course or conference for any reason, you will be notified as soon as possible.

Training Venues BHASVIC 205 Dyke Road Hove BN3 6EG

Brighton Racecourse Freshfield Road Brighton BN2 9XZ (01273) 603580

Friends’ Meeting House Ship Street Brighton BN1 1AF (01273) 770258

The Housing Centre Unit 1 Fairway Trading Estate Eastergate Road, Moulsecoomb Brighton BN2 4QL Tel: (01273) 290753

University of Brighton Falmer Brighton BN1 9PH

Brighton & Hove City Council King's House Grand Avenue Hove BN3 2LS

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Governor & Clerk Learning & Development Framework

New Governors

Induction Training (2 Whole Days) Induction Training (2 Saturdays) Induction Training (Daytimes) Induction Training (Evenings) Introduction to Safeguarding

& Child Protection

Clerks Supporting Governors Clerks’ Minute Taking Clerks’ Forum Clerks’ Accreditation Clerks’ Conference

Supporting Governors Excluding Pupils Schools Finance Health & Safety Governors

Roles & Responsibilities Safeguarding & Child

Protection update Appraisal & Objective setting

for Headteachers’ New Ofsted Framework Governor School Visits

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Online Resources

Governor E Learning (GEL)

As part of the Governor Support Service Level Agreement we provide access to GEL free of charge. The training modules are designed to allow governors to work at their own pace to improve skills and knowledge in key areas. They are not intended to replace Hface-to-face trainingH but are a useful option for governors to support our current programme. We use the National Training Programme for New Governors’ on GEL as pre course reading for our induction programme. To register with GEL visit - HUhttp://www.elc-gel.org/registerU Once you have completed the simple registration process you can fully access their website. The School Workforce and Governor Support Team will need to approve the registration request before you will be able to log in. They check applications regularly during office hours from Monday to Friday. The type of training available on the GEL website A wide variety of learning modules are available on the HGEL website H, with more being added regularly. You are free to complete the modules that you feel are most relevant to you. You can even dip into specific sections of each learning module so you can quickly find out about a topic without needing to complete the whole module. The site also contains a range of documents to support learning and provide useful information.

HUwww.elc-gel.orgU

Examples of available modules include: HSafeguarding - The Governors' RoleHH HMonitoring and Evaluation - The

Governing Body's Role HRoles and Responsibilities of School

GovernorsH HHeadteacher Recruitment and

Succession PlanningH National Training Programme for New

Governors HThe Role of the SEN Governor H HMonitoring Performance Data and

TargetsH HPerformance Management HUnderstanding Schools FinanceH

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Online Resources

The Wave for Schools

The Wave is the council’s intranet and is available to all school staff and governors. It can be accessed at: HUhttp://wave4schools.brighton-hove.gov.uk UH. The following sections will be particularly useful for governors: Click on the Schools tab at the top Click on the Learning & Development section – this contains all information about governor training

and also the other training. Click on the Leadership & Governance section – this has all the information that was previously on

Education Online, plus a lot more. There are links to the Human Resources section of the website, which has all the model policies and procedure for schools

All governors have been given access to the Wave, but if you have any problems, please contact Schools’ ICT on (01273) 293663

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All Governors

Brighton & Hove Governors’ Conference

In partnership with the Brighton & Hove Governors’ Association we are delighted to offer an annual conference that is open to all Brighton & Hove governors and clerks. We will send out more information about the conference in the autumn term.

Keynote Speaker:

John West-Burnham - independent teacher, writer and consultant in leadership development and Professor of Educational Leadership at St Mary’s University College, Twickenham

Course Day & Date Venue Time

Brighton & Hove Governors’ Conference Course Code: GSGC

Sat 1 February 2014 University of Sussex, Bramber House

10.00am- 1.00pm 9.30 am Arrival 1.00pm Lunch

Governance, Strategy and Partnership Meeting

This is open to all Brighton & Hove governors and clerks and provides a key opportunity to engage with senior officers in the council and Children’s Services and members of Brighton & Hove Governors’ Association, on policy and other current issues. The agenda is usually published about three weeks before the event in the Schools’ Bulletin and also emailed to Chairs, Clerks and Training & Development Governors. Notes and papers from all previous meeting are published on the Wave for Schools at: HUhttp://wave4schools.brighton-hove.gov.uk UH > Schools > Leadership & Governance for schools > Governance, Strategy & Partnership meeting



Course Code: GSGSPAut

Tues 22 October 2013 BHASVIC Main Hall 6.30pm-8.30pm


Course Code: GSGSPSum

Weds 25 June 2014 BHASVIC Main Hall 6.30pm-8.30pm

Examples of last years’ agenda items include:

• Launch of the Brighton & Hove Governors’ Association website

• Pupil Premium and Governors’ Accountability

• Stronger Families: Stronger Communities • Common Assessment Framework • City Wide Strategy

• Standards and Achievement Update • What have we learnt from Ofsted so far? • Governors’ Association working in

partnership • School Teachers Pay and Conditions • SEN Partnership • Clerks’ Development

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New Governors and Clerks

Induction Training for New Governors and Clerks

The DfE Governors’ Handbook, published May 2013, states that governing bodies should have a strong focus on three core strategic functions:

a. Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction; b. Holding the headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its

pupils; and c. Overseeing the financial performance of the school and making sure its money is well

spent. Our induction programme focuses on these areas so that governors will be confident to carry out their main roles and responsibilities effectively. This programme is also useful for new clerks so they are able to advise their governing bodies on effective governance. Before attending training, we recommend that governors carry out their school induction with their Chair of Governors and attend at least one full governing body meeting. You do not need to attend all four modules in one term – they can be spread out over the year and you may switch between daytime and evening sessions. Module 1: An introduction to school governance / the strategic role of the governor

Our school system, how governance fits in and governing body structure Relationship with the headteacher – different roles and responsibilities School improvement planning

Module 2: The governor as the critical friend

Holding the headteacher to account by asking the right questions Gathering information – looking at data, governor visits Providing support and challenge

Module 3: The governor’s role in monitoring finance

How schools are funded Monitoring expenditure, including the Pupil Premium and staffing Knowing what services are available to schools

Module 4: Accountability of governing bodies

How Ofsted inspectors judge the effectiveness of your governing body Improving your governing body: skills audits, self-evaluation, training Other models of schooling & governance: academies, federations, changing constitution etc

Pre-course reading Governors on the programme come with a range of experiences and from different groups, which enriches the discussion and learning. Those with little of no prior knowledge of governance will benefit from pre-course reading. We recommend the following:

‘Welcome to Governance’ by the National Governors’ Association – this booklet is purchased by the Governor Support Team and sent to all new governors via the school. This will be referred to in the sessions, so please bring it with you. If you have not received a copy please email [email protected] UH or tel 01273 293511.

The Governor Support team also subscribes to GEL (Governors’ e-Learning), which has similar modules under the ‘National Training Programme for New Governors’. Login details are on page 15 of this brochure.

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This year we are pleased to offer a number of different models for Induction Training, to accommodate more governors

1. Daytime Sessions NEW Autumn Term Day & Date Venue Time

Module 1 & Module 2

Course Code: GSINDAUTA

Fri 8 November 2013 Friends’ Meeting House 10.00am-2.30pm

Module 3 & Module 4

Course Code: GSINDAUTB

Fri 22 November 2013 Friends’ Meeting House 10.00am-2.30pm

Lunch Included NEW Spring Term 1 Day & Date Venue Time

Module 1 & Module 2

Course Code: GSINDSPRA

Sat 1 March 2014 Friends’ Meeting House 9.30am-2.00pm

Module 3 & Module 4

Course Code: GSINDSPRB

Sat 15 March 2014 Friends’ Meeting House 9.30am-2.00pm

Lunch Included Spring Term 2 Day & Date Venue Time

Module 1 Course Code: GSINDSPR1

Weds 5 March 2014

Housing Centre 9.30am-11.30am


Weds 12 March 2014 Housing Centre 9.30am-11.30am





Summer Term Day & Date Venue Time

Module 1 Course Code: GSINDSUM1

Thurs 5 June 2014 Housing Centre 9.30am-11.30am







Intended for New governors and clerks are welcome to attend this session and more experienced governors who wish to update their knowledge. Course Trainer Sharon Mackenzie, School Workforce & Governor Support Officer

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2. Evening sessions Autumn Term Day & Date Venue Time

Module 1 Course Code: GSINDEAUT1

Monday 4 Nov 2013

BHASVIC Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm


Monday 11 Nov 2013 BHASVIC Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm



6.30pm-8.30pm



6.30pm-8.30pm

Spring Term Day & Date Venue Time

Module 1 Course Code: GSINDESPR1

Weds 5 March 2014


6.30pm-8.30pm


Weds 12 March 2014 BHASVIC Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm



6.30pm-8.30pm



6.30pm-8.30pm

Summer Day & Date Venue Time

Module 1 Course Code: GSINDESUM1

Thurs 1 May 2014


6.30pm-8.30pm


Thurs 8 May 2014 BHASVIC Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm



6.30pm-8.30pm



6.30pm-8.30pm

Intended for New governors and clerks are welcome to attend this session and more experienced governors who wish to update their knowledge. Course Leader Linda Newman, Associate Trainer

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Clerks Supporting Governors

Outstanding Governance through Effective Meetings and Minutes NEW

Course Objectives

We will be looking at ways that clerks can contribute towards outstanding governance. This will include:

• Being aware of the Ofsted descriptors for Leadership & Management • How to ensure governors fulfil their core strategic functions • Improving relationships within the governing body • Clerks’ legal responsibilities around minute taking

This session will be useful for all clerks, whether you are new to the role or wishing to develop your skills in this area.


Course 1: Effective meetings and minutes Course Code: GSOSAUT

Thurs 10 Oct 2013 Housing Centre 9.30am-11.30am

Course 2: Effective meetings and minutes Course Code: GSOSSUM

Wed 21 May 2014 Housing Centre 3.30pm-5.30pm

Course Leader; Sharon Mackenzie, School Workforce & Governor Support Officer Intended for Clerk to Governors

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Clerks’ Forum

Course Objectives

These sessions were very well attended last year, with both experienced and new clerks finding them a valuable way to share ideas and good practice. Some of the discussion topics last year were learning platforms, policies, SFVS, reconstitution, the new Governors’ Handbook, clerks’ impact on outstanding governance and performance management of clerks. We would welcome suggestions for topics; agendas will be sent out a few weeks before each session. Course Day & Date Venue Time

Clerks’ Forum 1 Course Code: GSCFAUT

Thurs 14 Nov 2013 Housing Centre 9.30am-12.00pm

Clerks’ Forum 2 Course Code: GSCFSUM

Tues 18 March 2014 Housing Centre 1.30pm-4.00pm

Each term we will have a different focus and we would encourage chairs of governors to promote this forum to their clerks so they keep updated and carry out their role effectively. Course Leader Sharon Mackenzie, School Workforce & Governor Support Officer Intended for Clerk to Governors

Chairs & Clerks Working Together NEW

Course Objectives

The Chair and Clerk are the key people on a governing body so it is essential that they have a good relationship and understand each others roles and responsibilities. We will be referring to the new clerks’ performance management guidance, looking at how clerks and chairs can work together to improve the effectiveness of the governing body. Vice chairs or other appropriate governors are welcome to attend in place of the chair. Course Day & Date Venue Time

Chairs & Clerks Working Together Course Code: GSCCWT

Weds 4 Dec 2013 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course Leader Sharon Mackenzie, School Workforce & Governor Support Officer Intended for Clerk to Governors & Chair of Governors

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Clerks’ Accreditation

We are now in our second year of offering this programme in partnership with Hampshire County Council to recognise clerks’ excellence and competence. The programme has been running for over 10 years in a number of LAs, with over 500 clerks taking part. The external moderation and verification of this programme is carried out by the ISCG (Information for School and College Governors) and is supported by the National Governors’ Association. Participants in our first cohort valued the opportunity to develop and refine their skills and working practices, through being part of a network and sharing queries and ideas. Participants will attend an initial briefing meeting where they will be provided with copies of the competence standards and resources to help them to identify relevant evidence to demonstrate their competence. They will also be given guidance on how to build their focused portfolio of evidence against the criteria for assessment. Each participant will be allocated a named mentor/assessor who will guide them throughout the programme. The mentor/assessor will provide developmental feedback to ensure participants are building their portfolio to an appropriate standard. The programme takes approximately 12 months to achieve. It is most suitable for any clerk who has been carrying out the role for at least a year and can show they are committed to their continuing professional development. For clerks who have been in post for less than a year, it is unlikely they will have enough evidence to meet all the competencies, but this can be discussed further. What is the cost? The cost is £400 per person, but we are currently able to offer a bursary of £250 towards this. Therefore, the cost to the school is £150. We cannot confirm yet whether a bursary will be available in the future. How to apply Please contact Sharon Mackenzie, email [email protected] UH or tel 01273 293465, for further details and an application form.

Clerks’ Conference

Course Objective

Building on the success of our last two annual conferences, we are pleased to be able to offer this event again. At this year’s conference we will be focussing on how clerks can fulfil their responsibilities in their key role as adviser to the governing body. The DfE has put a greater emphasis on this area of the clerks’ work, so we will be looking at ways for clerks to keep their governing bodies better informed. The event will include a keynote speech followed by activities and discussions, providing practical ideas for clerks to take back to their governing bodies. More details will be available nearer the time. Course Day & Date Venue Time

Clerks’ Conference Course Code: GSCC

Weds 18 June 2014 Brighton Racecourse, Silk Suite

9.00am-12.15pm

Course Leader Sharon Mackenzie, School Workforce & Governor Support Officer Intended for Clerk to Governors

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Supporting Governors: Roles & Responsibilities

Training Link Governor Network NEW

Course Objective

The training link governor (TLG) can be a very significant role in developing the effectiveness of the governing body. These events will explore the role of the training link governor, and provides the opportunity to reflect on and share good practice, network with other training link governors, ask questions and cover such issues as:

• Regularly reviewing the relevant knowledge and skills of the group • Assessing the training needs of the group and individuals • Informing governors about suitable training, including online training, and information sources • Encouraging governors to undertake specific training and report back to the governing body • Monitoring governor training, evaluate its effectiveness, and report regularly to the governing body • Producing an Annual Training Report for the governing body • Ensuring that governor training and development needs are part of the School Development Plan • Developing a School Induction Programme for New Governors • Supporting the recruitment of new governors • Supporting succession planning across the governing body • Assisting in carrying out on annual Skills Audit

Each term we will have a different focus and we would encourage chairs of governors to promote this network to their training link governor. Course Day & Date Venue Time

Training Link Governor Network Course Code: GSTLGAUT

Thurs 14 Nov 2013 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Training Link Governor Network Course Code: GSTLGSUM

Tues 20 May 2014 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course Leader Nicki O’Neill, Training & Development Officer, School Workforce & Governor Support Intended for Governors with responsibility for training

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Excluding Pupils (The role of the governor and clerk on pupil/student discipline committees)

Course Objectives

When is it appropriate to exclude a pupil/student from school? What are the procedures for dealing with appeals? How does a headteacher communicate effectively with parents in such difficult circumstances? Headteachers, governing bodies and local authorities must by law have regard to statutory guidance when making decisions on exclusions and administering the exclusion procedure. The aims of the session are to: increase the rigor and fairness of the exclusion process enhance the skill and confidence of governors and clerks, and improve understanding of the whole

exclusion process. Course Day & Date Venue Time

Course 1: Excluding Pupils Course Code: GSEPPM

Tues 28 January 2014 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course 2: Excluding Pupils Course Code: GSEPAM

Weds 14 May 2014 Housing Centre 9.30am-12.00pm

Course Leader; Lisa Howard, Exclusion & Child Employment Officer, HAccess to Education Intended for Governors on Pupil/Student Discipline Committees Clerks to governors Clerks to Pupil/Student Discipline Committees will find the session especially useful.

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School Finance

Course Objectives

To help meet the requirements of the Schools Financial Value Standard it is advised that governors attend relevant training to support their role in financial management of the school. By the end of the two training sessions, governors will understand how schools are funded and be clear about the governing body’s financial responsibilities.

The School’s Budget (Part 1 of 2)

Budget Monitoring and Forecasting (Part 2 of 2)

This session will explore funding arrangements, the budget share, the school’s budget plan, financial responsibilities and current issues. There will also be a major focus on the government’s school funding reforms, to be implemented from April 2014.

This session will explore budget monitoring and interpretation of Financial Management in Schools (FMS) reports, budget forecasting, consistent financial reporting and Schools Financial Value Standard (SFVS).


The School’s Budget (Part 1 of 2) PM

Course Code: GSSB01A

Tues 8 October 2013 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Budget Monitoring and Forecasting PM (Part 2 of 2) Course Code: GSSB01B

Thurs 13 March 2014 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

The School’s Budget (Part 1 of 2) AM

Course Code: GSSB02A

Thurs 10 October 2013 Housing Centre 9.30am-11.30am

Budget Monitoring and Forecasting AM (Part 2 of 2) Course Code: GSSB02B

Tues 11 March 2014 Housing Centre 9.30am-11.30am

Course Leaders Steve Williams, Schools’ Accountant Karen Brookshaw, Schools’ Contact Accountant Sarah Rice, Senior Finance Officer. Intended for All governors particularly those monitoring finance.

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Pupil Premium NEW

Course Objectives

The Pupil Premium can be a significant proportion of the school budget. Governors have a responsibility for ensuring this money is well spent and for monitoring its impact. We will look at practical ways that governors can fulfil their responsibilities in this area.


Course 1: Pupil Premium Course Code: GSPPAUT

Weds 2 October 2013 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course 2: Pupil Premium Course Code: GSPPSUM

Thurs 15 May 2014 Housing Centre 9.30am-11.30am

Course Leaders Sharon Mackenzie, School Workforce & Governor Support Officer John Mann, Pupil Premium and Intervention Manager Intended for All governors

NCTL - Understanding & Using RAISEonline

Course Objectives

This session will look at the following:

• knowledge of the data available from RAISEonline • understanding of some of the key terms and concepts used in RAISEonline skills in the interpretation of • key data • awareness of how RAISEonline can be used to ask challenging questions about the performance of their • school • understanding of the contribution of RAISEonline to school self-evaluation and school improvement • understanding the proper use of RAISEonline by governors and protocols that they must follow


Course 1: Using RAISEonline to Support School Improvement AM Course Code: GSRAISESPR

Thurs 6 March 2014 Friends Meeting House 9.30am-12.00pm

Course 2: Using RAISEonline to Support School Improvement PM Course Code: GSRAISESUM

Thus 8 May 2014 BHASVIC, Main Hall 6.30pm-8.30pm

Course Leaders Clive Bolton. Associate Trainer Rose Wisdom, Rose Wisdom, Partnership Adviser, School Governance & Leadership Intended for All governors

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Health & Safety: Governor Roles & Responsibilities

Course Objectives Governors have responsibility for ensuring effective systems are in place within their schools to manage health & safety. This includes ensuring:

Systems are in place to ensure safe methods of working and safe use of work equipment and hazardous materials

Staff have sufficient instruction, information, training and supervision A safe and healthy place of work is maintained That there is a written health and safety policy statement and sufficient systems in place to manage health &

safety. Course Day & Date Venue Time

Course 1: Health & Safety Governor Roles & Responsibilities PM Course Code: GSHSAUT

Weds 16 October 2013 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course 2: Health & Safety Governor Roles & Responsibilities AM Course Code: GSHSSPR

Tues 11 March 2014 Housing Centre 9.30am-12.30am

Course 3: Health & Safety Governor Roles & Responsibilities AM Course Code: GSHSSUM

Thurs 12 June 2014 Housing Centre 9.30am-12.30pm

This course provides an overview of key legislation, requirements of ‘Team Safety’ (a safety management system) and the council’s standards for managing health & safety, and describes how safety functions can be delegated. Delegates attending this course will have a clear understanding of their legal responsibilities for health & safety. The course will assist governors in supporting the safety management arrangements (Team Safety Plan) relevant to their own schools; ensuring legislative compliance and promoting a culture of safe working. Governors need only attend one of the above sessions. Refresher/update requirements Every three years. Course Leader

Katie Bennett, Senior Health & Safety Business Partner, Health Safety & Wellbeing

Intended for Governors with responsibility for Health & Safety

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Introduction to Safeguarding & Child Protection for New Governors

Course Objectives This introductory session will clarify the roles and responsibilities of governors for child protection in schools. Safer recruitment practices will also be covered.

• To discuss the local and national context of safeguarding • To know the roles and responsibilities of those responsible for safeguarding • To explore the governor role in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of safeguarding in the

school Course Day & Date Venue Time

Course 1: Introduction to Safeguarding & Child Protection for Governors Course Code: GSCPAUT

Tues 3 December 2013 Housing Centre 9.30am-11.30am

Course 2: Introduction to Safeguarding & Child Protection for Governors Course Code: GSCPSPR

Thurs 24 April 2014 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Intended for New governors and clerks to governors

Safeguarding & Child Protection for Governors (update training)

Course Objectives

This session will update governors on the roles and responsibilities of governors for child protection in schools. Safer recruitment practices will also be covered.

• To discuss the local and national context of safeguarding • To know the roles and responsibilities of those responsible for safeguarding • To explore the governor role in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of safeguarding in the

school Course Day & Date Venue Time

Course 1: Safeguarding & Child Protection for Governors Course Code: GSCPRAUT

Tues 10 December 2013 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course 2: Safeguarding & Child Protection for Governors Course Code: GSCPRAUT

Tues 29 April 2014 Housing Centre 9.30am-11.30am

Update requirements We recommend that governors update their training every three years

Intended for Governors with responsibility for safeguarding & child protection who have previously attended training

Course Trainer Karen Wicker, Associate Trainer

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Safer Recruitment Online Training

Safer Recruitment training is available online and is an important requirement for governors involved in recruiting staff. The DfE (Department for Education) provide this training and can be accessed via the following link: HUhttp://www.education.gov.uk/e-learning/login/index.php U This session provides an overview of the requirements of 'safer recruitment' related legislation. Experience shows that it is important for organisations providing services to children to incorporate into their recruitment procedures measures that help to prevent the appointment of people who are unsuitable to work with children. Intended for Governors with responsibility for safeguarding & child protection

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The Role of the Local Authority Governor NEW

Course Objectives

The role of the LA governor is key in ensuring governors are kept updated with the local and national prioritises that affect school governance. At this event we will be looking at:

• The specific role of LA governors, • The role of the local authority in school improvement • Governing Bodies’ relationship with the local authority • City wide priorities • School improvement – working together to improve our schools


The Role of the Local Authority Governor Course Code: GSRLAGAUT

Thurs 3 Oct 2013 Friends Meeting House 6.30pm-8.00pm

Course Leader Jo Lyons, Assistant Director, Children’s Services (Education & Inclusion) Councillor Sue Shanks, Chair of Children & Young People’s Committee Sharon Mackenzie, School Workforce & Governor Support Officer Intended for All Local Authority/Authority Governors

The Role of the Staff Governor NEW

Course Objectives

The role of the staff governor can be a challenging one as they are the only employees on the governing body. Staff governors might find it hard to carry out their role as a critical friend as the Headteacher is ultimately their line manager. As well as exploring this we will also be discussing restrictions of the role, as staff governors are more likely to have conflicts of interest. We will also look at what the role of the representative really means. Course Day & Date Venue Time

The Role of the Staff Governor Course Code: GSRSGSPR

Thurs 13 March 2014 Housing Centre 4.00pm-6.00pm

Course Leader Sharon Mackenzie, School Workforce & Governor Support Officer Intended for All Staff Governors

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Governor School Visits

Course Objectives

Successful school visits have a clear purpose, negotiated objectives, give useful feedback and contribute effectively to the governing body’s monitoring of the school. This session aims to examine school visit policies and identify how visits relate to the School Development Plan. We will also consider issues that may arise on the visit and the individual governor’s responsibility for appropriate action. Course Day & Date Venue Time

Course 1: Governor School Visits AM Course Code: GSSVAUT

Weds 20 November 2013 Housing Centre 9.30am-11.30am

Course 2: Governor School Visits PM Course Code: GSSVSPR

Weds 30 April 2014 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course Leader Sharon Mackenzie, School Workforce & Governor Support Officer Emma Lake, Executive Headteacher, Hangleton Infant School & Benfield Primary School Intended for All governors

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Governors’ Responsibilities around SEN and Supporting Vulnerable Groups

Course Objectives

These sessions are part of our ongoing series in looking at governor responsibilities for specific groups of vulnerable pupils and students.

Session 1: Supporting Vulnerable Groups

This session will explore the needs of black and minority ethnic pupils in the context of the Ofsted School Inspection Framework, the Equality Act 2010 and a range of data. This discussion based session will build on the good practice already in place in schools and involve input from the Ethnic Minority Achievement Service and local community and voluntary sector groups.

By the end of the session governors will be:

• Knowledgeable about school and governor duties under the Equality Act • Aware of the achievement and experiences of black and minority ethnic children and young

people in Brighton & Hove schools • Able to ask questions in governing body meetings that will support the school to continue to

narrow or close any attainment gaps and prevent racism and racist and religiously motivated incidents and bullying

• Aware of support available to schools in developing this aspect of their work

Session 2: Special Educational Needs

By exploring definitions around vulnerable children/young people and consideration of governing body responsibilities, the session will allow for discussion and raise awareness of both the local and national context. By the end of this session governors will be:

• Understand what SEN is • Knowledgeable about the their responsibilities around SEN • Be prepared for future legislation • Aware of SEN funding arrangements in Brighton & Hove


Session 1: Governors’ Responsibilities around Supporting Vulnerable Groups Course Code: GSSENVGAUT

Weds 27 November 2013 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Session 2: Governors’ Responsibilities around SEN Course Code: GSSENVGSUM

Weds 4 June 2014 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course Leader Rose Wisdom, Partnership Adviser, School Governance & Leadership Guests Speakers Session 1: Sam Beal Partnership Adviser, Health and Wellbeing Healthy Schools Team & Sarah Berliner, EMAS Team leader, Ethnic Minority Advisory Service. Session 2: Jacqueline Coe, Head of SEN & Specialist Placements Intended for All governors

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Parent Governor Workshop

Course Objectives

The parent voice is increasingly recognised as an important part of school improvement. This workshop will explore how parent governors can become more informed about the views of parents and contribute more effectively to the work of the governing body We will look at different methods of parent participation including parent forums and parent councils, which give parents regular opportunities to discuss school issues with school leaders. Course Day & Date Venue Time

Course 1: Parent Governor Workshop PM Course Code: GSPGWSPR

Weds 12 February 2014 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course 2: Parent Governor Workshop AM Course Code: GSPGWSUM

Tues 10 June 2014 Housing Centre, Conference Room

10.00am-12.00pm

Course Leaders Sharon Mackenzie, School Workforce & Governor Support Officer Dr Sam Hall, Parent Governor, Carlton Hill Primary School Intended for Parent governors Chairs of Governors and Headteachers are also invited to attend

Governor Appeal Panels: Capability, Grievance & Disciplinary

Course Objectives

This session run by Governor Support & Human Resources will cover roles & responsibilities of governors and clerks within the appeal panels, statutory requirements, remit of the hearing, support and advice available for governors. Course Day & Date Venue Time

Governor Appeal Panels: Capability, Grievance & Disciplinary PM Course Code: GSGAP

Thurs 5 December 2013 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course Leader Ken Simpson, Head of Coaching & Advice Intended for Governors and clerks

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Preparation for Ofsted – New Inspection Framework

Course Objectives

With a new Ofsted Framework in place since January 2013 and with further changes from September 2013, governors need to understand the process and requirements of the inspection process in order to support the school and governing body more fully and be able to demonstrate effective governance as clearly as possible. This session will update governors on the process and practice of an Ofsted inspection under this new framework but also allow governors time to reflect on their own preparation for inspection. Course Day & Date Venue Time

Preparation for Ofsted – New Inspection Framework PM Course Code: GSOFAUT

Tues 19 November 2013 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course Leader Mandy Miller, Adviser, Education & Inclusion Intended for All governors

Working Effectively with your Headteacher NEW

Course Objectives

Building a good and effective relationship with the headteacher as the key professional in the school is an important focus for all governing bodies.

This session will explore:

• How to maintain a good relationship whilst also holding the headteacher to account. • The boundaries around the roles and responsibilities of both the governing body and the

headteacher • Sharing good practice around reporting data sharing and communication.


Working Effectively with your Headteacher Course Code: GSWEHT

Thurs 30 Jan 2014 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course Leader Rose Wisdom, Partnership Adviser, School Governance & Leadership Intended for Chairs of Governors & Headteachers

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Constructive Challenge for Effective Governance

Course Objectives

A recent report on outstanding governing bodies found they struck the right balance between supporting the school and school leaders but equally providing constructive challenge. This session will explore how to hold the school and headteacher to account, supporting honest and insightful self-evaluation at the same time as maintaining positive professional relationships. Course Day & Date Venue Time

Constructive Challenge for Effective Governance Course Code: GSCCSPR

Tues 4 February 2014 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course Leader Rose Wisdom, Partnership Adviser, School Governance & Leadership Intended for All governors

Headteacher Recruitment

Brighton & Hove City Council Governors’ Guide to Recruitment can be accessed via the Wave for Schools at: HUhttp://wave4schools.brighton-hove.gov.uk UH. Click on the Schools tab at the top Click on the HR for Schools section – Information within these pages is specific to schools and

schools based/voluntary aided employed staff, including teachers Click on the Safer Recruitment Toolkit & CRB/ISA/VBS Information Link on the left hand side

menu Scroll down the bottom of the page to find the Headteacher Appointments Governor's Guide to

Recruitment (updated April 2013) All governors have been given access to the Wave, but if you have any problems, please contact Schools’ ICT on (01273) 293663.

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Headteacher Recruitment for Governors NEW

Course Objectives

The governing body plays a key role in the strategic leadership of the school. You also have important responsibilities as a member of your governing body to make significant decisions that will set the course of leadership and direction of the school, through your involvement in the recruitment and selection of a new headteacher. This session will:

• Examine the key strategic issues to consider when recruiting the lead professional for your school

• Consider the roles and responsibilities of governors through the recruitment process • Discuss the legal requirements of the appointments procedures.


Headteacher Recruitment for Governors PM Course Code: GSHTRAUT

Tues 24 Sept 2013 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Headteacher Recruitment for Governors AM Course Code: GSHTRSUM

Thurs 3 July 2014 Housing Centre 9.30am-11.30am

Course Leaders Ken Simpson, Head of Coaching & Advice, HCoaching & Advice Mary Ellinger Adviser, HStandards & Achievement Rose Wisdom, Partnership Adviser, School Governance & Leadership Intended for All Governors

Safer Recruitment Training

Safer Recruitment training is available online and is an important requirement for governors involved in recruiting staff. See page 29.

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Headteacher Appraisal & Objective setting for Governors

Course Objectives

On 28 May 2013 Brighton & Hove Human Resources for Schools circulated the new model Appraisal Policy and Capability Procedure for B&H schools. This followed work undertaken by a Schools’ Appraisal/Capability Review Working group including heads, trade unions and LA/HR representatives. The new model policy can be accessed via the Wave for Schools at: HUhttp://wave.brighton-hove.gov.uk/schools/HR/Pages/PerformanceManagement.aspxU Wave > Schools > HR for Schools > Performance Management The sessions aim to provide advice and guidance about the governors’ role in the performance management cycle, monitoring and evaluating the headteacher’s performance and agreeing new objectives for the forthcoming year. Governors will understand how to gain the necessary skills to carry out the review meeting, handling any issues that may arise. Course Day & Date Venue Time

Headteacher Appraisal & Objective setting for Governors Course Code: GSHTAOAUT

Tues 12 November 2013 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Headteacher Appraisal & Objective setting for Governors Course Code: GSHTAOSUM

Tues 10 June 2014 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course Leader Mandy Miller, Adviser, Education & Inclusion

Chairs and Vice Chairs’ Forum

Course Objectives

This forum gives chairs, vice chairs and chairs of committees the opportunity to meet informally to exchange ideas and good practice in governance, leadership and leading through change. As well as discussing local and national issues of governance in a supportive environment. Course Day & Date Venue Time

Chair and Vice Chairs’ Forum Course Code: GSCVC

Wed 2 April 2014 BHASVIC, Student Learning Student

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course Leader Rose Wisdom, Partnership Adviser, School Governance & Leadership Intended for Chairs, Vice Chairs and Committee Chairs

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National College for Teaching & Leadership - Understanding and using performance related pay for governors NEW

A maximum of three governors from each school (one of whom can be the headteacher) are invited to attend this training.

Course Objective

This training workshop will help governors to think about how they will make pay decisions in autumn 2014 – to plan to raise performance through pay, whilst minimising appeals and ensuring decisions about policy and reviews can be defended. On completion of the workshop delegates will leave:

Understanding the governing body's responsibilities on Performance Related Pay for teaching staff - i.e. What has changed and what they need to do about it

Having had the opportunity to consider the opportunities and the challenges posed by the changes

Having had the opportunity to share policies and good practices Equipped to monitor the implementation of a PRP policy Understanding what else needs to be done in preparation for appeals from September 2014

(although this is not training for appeal panel members).


Understanding and using performance related pay Course code: GSPRP

Tues 21 January 2014 Friends Meeting House 6.00pm-8.00pm

Course leader/s: Rose Wisdom Partnership Adviser, School Governance & Leadership Representative from HR Intended for: A maximum of three governors from each school (one of whom can be the headteacher) are invited to attend this training. How to book: Please contact: Nicki O’Neill for an application form: email [email protected] UUHH tel: 01273 293466

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Developing Future Leaders

Introduction to being a Chair of Governors/Vice Chair

Course Objectives

This session will give governors an overview of the various roles and responsibilities of the chair of governors. exploring the different aspects of being the chair, including developing an effective relationship with the headteacher and other governors taking the lead on strategy and accountability running effective meetings and leading the team deciding if you are ready (and willing) to take on this significant, but challenging role Course Day & Date Venue Time

Introduction to being a Chair of Governors Course Code: GSINTROCOGSAUT

Thurs 7 November 2013 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Introduction to being a Chair of Governors

Course Code: GSINTROCOGSSUM

Weds 18 June 2014 BHASVIC, Student Learning Centre

6.30pm-8.30pm

Course Leaders Jenny Barnard-Langston, Associate Trainer Rose Wisdom, Partnership Adviser, School Governance & Leadership Intended for New &/or Aspiring Chairs of Governors/Vice Chairs/Chairs of Committees

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National College for Teaching and Leadership

The College has developed a leadership development programme for chairs and aspiring chairs (see below) and is delivering it through 18 licensed regional providers. The programme develops leadership skills through facilitated workshops, online activities, personal reflection and school based learning. Further details are available on the National College HUhttp://www.nationalcollege.org.uk/U

If you’re a school governor, this page will help you to find information and support that’s relevant to you: HUhttp://www.nationalcollege.org.uk/index/find-your-role/governors.htm U

National Leaders of Governance

The National College provides peer-mentoring support to chairs of governors through the National Leaders of Governance programme.

Good Practice/Resources

It also provides a wide range of good practice information and resources for governors on its member website, which is free to join for all governors.

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National College for Teaching and Leadership: Leadership Development Programme for Chairs or Aspiring Chairs of Governors

Being a chair of governors is a key leadership role and governing bodies are central to the effective accountability of schools and academies. This National College licensed programme is open to all Chairs of Governors, Vice Chairs and those aspiring to take on this role in the future. The programme is part of the college’s remit for developing the leadership role of the Chair of Governors. It will be a mixture of face to face and blended learning activities. There will be a charge for participating in this programme, but we anticipate that Governor Support will be able to fund a number of places on the programme for this year for schools buying into the service. Course Day & Date Venue Time

Unit 1 The Role of the Chair

Thurs 21 November 2013 Friends’ Meeting House 9.30am-3.30pm

Unit 2 Effective Governance

Thurs 20 March 2014 Friends’ Meeting House 9.30am-3.30pm

Unit 3 School Improvement

Thurs 15 May 2014 Friends’ Meeting House 9.30am-3.30pm

For more information about the course or how to book a place or if you would like to discuss the programme further please contact Brighton & Hove Governor Support: Tel: 01273 293466 or Email: [email protected]

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Bespoke Governing Body Development Training Bespoke training for whole governing bodies or for clusters/partnerships of schools can be provided by our trainers as an in-house session. The Governor Support Team can provide the following services to schools at an agreed additional day/part day charge:

Attendance at governing body meeting to provide feedback and advice on the practice and procedures of the governing body (Health Check)

Audit of governing body effectiveness Preparation for Ofsted Facilitation of Governing Body Self-Evaluation Understanding Data Induction training for governors at academies and free schools.

The sessions are delivered by one of our experienced associate trainers in school on an agreed date. The topics for these sessions can be tailor made to suit your needs. For more information or to book a session please contact Nicki O’Neill Tel: 01273 293466 or email [email protected] UH to discuss your requirements.

Voluntary Aided Schools

There are extra courses available for Catholic and Church of England schools, run by the dioceses. Diocese of Arundel and Brighton Catholic Schools Service HUhttp://www.dabnet.org/schools U Tel 01293 511130 Diocese of Chichester for Church of England schools HUhttp://www.diochi.org.uk UH > Activities > Schools > Training Tel 01273 425687

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Governors & Clerks’ Learning & Development Programme Autumn Term 2013- Summer Term 2014

Booking Form Please enrol me for the course(s) listed below

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Home Address:

Emergency Phone Number (in case of cancellation):

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If you have a disability which may require help with access to the venue in which courses are held please indicate: Yes No Please email this form to: [email protected] UH or send to: School Workforce & Governor Support Room 319 Kin House Grand Avenue BN3 2LS

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Autumn Term

Term Course Title Venue Date & Day Start Time Finish Time Course Leaders

Autumn Headteacher Recruitment for Governors BHASVIC 24/09/2013 (Tuesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm

Mary Ellinger, Rose Wisdom Ken Simpson

Autumn Pupil Premium BHASVIC 02/10/2013 (Wednesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Sharon Mackenzie

Autumn The Role of the Local Authority Governor Friends Meeting House 03/10/2013 (Thursday) 6.30pm 8.00pm Sharon Mackenzie

Autumn School Finance - The School Budget BHASVIC 08/10/2013 (Tuesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Schools Finance Team

Autumn School Finance - The School Budget Housing Centre 10/10/2013 (Thursday) 9.30am 11.30am Schools Finance Team

Autumn Outstanding Governance through effective meetings and minutes Housing Centre 10/10/2013 (Thursday) 9.30am 11.30am Sharon Mackenzie

Autumn H&S Governors Roles & Responsibilities BHASVIC 16/10/2013 (Wednesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Katie Bennett

Autumn Governance Strategy & Partnership Meeting BHASVIC 22/10/2013 (Tuesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Nicki O'Neill

Autumn Induction Training for Governors Module 1 BHASVIC 04/11/2013 (Monday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Linda Newman

Autumn Induction to being a Chair of Governors/Vice Chairs BHASVIC 07/11/2013 (Thursday) 6.30pm 8.30pm

Jenny Barnard Langston Rose Wisdom

Autumn Induction Training for Governors Module 1&2 Friends Meeting House 08/11/2013 (Friday) 10.00am 2.30pm Sharon Mackenzie


Autumn Headteacher Appraisal & Objective setting Teachers Pay for Governors' BHASVIC 12/11/2013 (Tuesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Mandy Miller

Autumn Clerks' Forum Housing Centre 14/11/2013 (Thursday) 9.30am 12.00pm Sharon Mackenzie

Autumn Training Link Governor Network BHASVIC 14/11/2013 (Thursday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Nicki O’Neill


Autumn Preparation for Ofsted New Inspection Framework BHASVIC 19/11/2013 (Tuesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Mandy Miller

Autumn Governor Visits Housing Centre 20/11/2013 (Wednesday) 9.30am 11.30am

Sharon Mackenzie/Emma Lake

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Autumn Term


Autumn Chairs of Governors Leadership Development Programme Day 1

Friends Meeting House 21/11/2013 (Thursday) 9.30am 3.30pm Rose Wisdom

Autumn Induction Training for Governors Module 3&4 Friends Meeting House 22/11/2013 (Friday) 10.00am 2.30pm Sharon Mackenzie


Autumn Governors Responsibilities around Supporting Vulnerable Children BHASVIC 27/11/2013 (Wednesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Sam Beal

Autumn Introduction to Safeguarding & Child Protection for New Governors Housing Centre 03/12/2013 (Tuesday) 9.30am 11.30am Karen Wicker

Autumn Chairs & Clerks Working Together BHASVIC 04/12/2013 (Wednesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Sharon Mackenzie

Autumn Governor Appeals Panels: Capability, Grievance & Disciplinary BHASVIC 05/12/2013 (Thursday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Ken Simpson

Autumn Safeguarding & Child Protection for existing Governors BHASVIC 10/12/2013 (Tuesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Karen Wicker

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Spring Term


Spring NCTL Understanding and using performance related pay

Friends Meeting House 21/01/2014 (Tuesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Rose Wisdom & HR

Spring Excluding Pupils BHASVIC 28/01/2014 (Tuesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Lisa Howard

Spring Working Effectively with your Headteacher BHASVIC 30/01/2014 (Thursday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Rose Wisdom

Spring Governor Conference University of Sussex 01/02/2014 (Saturday) 10.00am 1.00pm Nicki O'Neill

Spring Constructive Challenge for Effective Governance BHASVIC 04/02/2014 (Tuesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Rose Wisdom

Spring Parent Governor Workshop BHASVIC 12/02/2014 (Wednesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Sharon Mackenzie

Spring Induction Training for Governors Module 1&2 Friends Meeting House 01/03/2014 (Saturday) 9.30am 2.00pm Sharon Mackenzie

Spring Induction Training for Governors Module 1 BHASVIC 05/03/2014 (Wednesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Linda Newman

Spring Induction Training for Governors Module 1 Housing Centre 05/03/2014 (Wednesday) 9.30am 11.30am Sharon Mackenzie

Spring NCTL - Understanding and using RAISEonline to improve school outcomes

Friends Meeting House 06/03/2014 (Thursday) 9.30am 12.00pm Clive Bolton

Spring School Finance - Budget Monitoring & Forecasting Spring 2013 Housing Centre 11/03/2014 (Tuesday) 9.30am 11.30am Schools Finance Team

Spring H&S Governors Roles & Responsibilities Housing Centre 11/03/2014 (Tuesday) 9.30am 12.30pm Katie Bennett



Spring School Finance - Budget Monitoring & Forecasting Spring 2013 BHASVIC 13/03/2014 (Thursday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Schools Finance Team

Spring The Role of the Staff Governor Housing Centre 13/03/2014 (Thursday) 4.00pm 6.00pm Sharon Mackenzie

Spring Induction Training for Governors Module 3&4 Friends Meeting House 15/03/2014 (Saturday) 9.30am 2.00pm Sharon Mackenzie

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Spring Term


Spring Clerks' Forum Housing Centre 18/03/2014 (Tuesday) 1.30pm 4.00pm Sharon Mackenzie



Spring Chairs of Governors Leadership Development Programme Day 2




Spring Chairs & Vice Chairs' Forum BHASVIC 02/04/2014 (Wednesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Rose Wisdom

Spring Introduction to Safeguarding & Child Protection for New Governors BHASVIC 24/04/2014 (Thursday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Karen Wicker

Spring Safeguarding & Child Protection for existing Governors Housing Centre 29/04/2014 (Tuesday) 9.30am 11.30am Karen Wicker

Summer Term


Summer Governor Visits BHASVIC 30/04/2014 (Wednesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Sharon Mackenzie

Summer Induction Training for Governors Module 1 BHASVIC 01/05/2014 (Thursday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Linda Newman


Summer NCTL - Understanding and using RAISEonline to improve school outcomes BHASVIC 08/05/2014 (Thursday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Clive Bolton

Summer Excluding Pupils Housing Centre 14/05/2014 (Wednesday) 9.30am 12.00pm Lisa Howard

Summer Chairs of Governors Leadership Development Programme Day 3



Summer Pupil Premium Housing Centre 15/05/2014 (Thursday) 9.30am 11.30amSharon Mackenzie John Mann

Summer Training Link Governor Network BHASVIC 20/05/2014 (Tuesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Nicki O'Neill

Summer Outstanding Governance through effective meetings and minutes Housing Centre 21/05/2014 (Wednesday) 3.30pm 5.30pm Sharon Mackenzie


Summer Governors Responsibilities around Supporting Vulnerable Children BHASVIC 04/06/2014 (Wednesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Jacqueline Coe

Summer Induction Training for Governors Module 1 Housing Centre 05/06/2014 (Thursday) 9.30am 11.30am Sharon Mackenzie

Summer Headteacher Appraisal & Objective setting Teachers Pay for Governors' BHASVIC 10/06/2014 (Tuesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Mandy Miller

Summer Parent Governor Workshop Housing Centre 10/06/2014 (Tuesday) 10.00am 12.00pm Sharon Mackenzie


Summer H&S Governors Roles & Responsibilities Housing Centre 12/06/2014 (Thursday) 9.30am 12.30pm Katie Bennett

Summer Term


Summer Induction to being a Chair of Governors/Vice Chairs BHASVIC 18/06/2014 (Wednesday) 6.30pm 8.30pm

Jenny Barnard Langston Rose Wisdom

Summer Clerks' Conference Racecourse 18/06/2014 (Wednesday) 9.00am 12.15pm Sharon Mackenzie


Summer Governance Strategy & Partnership Meeting BHASVIC 25/06/2014 (Wedsday) 6.30pm 8.30pm Nicki O'Neill


Summer Headteacher Recruitment for Governors Housing Centre 03/07/2014 (Thursday) 9.30am 11.30am

Mary Ellinger Rose Wisdom Ken Simpson

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