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At Judicium Education, we are committed to supporting schools, academies and MATs with expert insights and practical resources via our Content Hub.
It's your go-to destination for our latest blogs on a wide range of crucial topics, including advice on the latest regulatory changes or strategies to enhance operational effectiveness.
Our carefully curated content is here to empower you with the knowledge you need. Don't take our word for it! Explore...
Blogs & Guidance
This is a summary taken from Judicium’s DPO ‘Sofa Session’ from the 12th December, with our Data Protection Consultant Daniel Richardson.
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This is a summary from Judicium’s Safeguarding and Thrive ‘Sofa Session’ from 3rd December, with our Judicium Safeguarding consultant Joanne Bocko, Thrive Head of Innovation and Principal Trainer, Viv Trask-Hall and Director of Thrive, Tom Preston. Drawing on decades of combined experience in safeguarding, governance, SEND, leadership, and mental health, the panel unpacked how the framework’s shifts will impact schools, what Ofsted will be looking for, and how leaders can position themselves for success.
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On 27 November 2025, the UK government altered a flagship commitment in the Employment Rights Bill and dropped plans to grant most workers protection from unfair dismissal from their first day of employment. Instead, the Bill will now grant unfair-dismissal rights after six months of continuous service. Read this blog to uncover the reasons why, what this means for schools and how we can help.
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This blog is based on Judicium’s Health & Safety and SEND session on 26th November with resident expert India Cottenden
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In this post, we look at the four ERB Consultations that have been launched by the government and set out links to the consultations so that you can have your say.
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Whats New | Sofa Sessions | HR
In this blog, we'll share the summary notes from our HR and Employment Law Sofa Session from the 19th November, delivered by our resident expert, Kirstie Young.
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This blog is based on Judicium’s Food Safety Sofa session on 12th November with resident experts Sue Roberts and Tracey Killick
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In this blog, we will explore the significance of enhancing performance and best practice in education and how it can be implemented effectively.
This blog looks at this impact and suggests strategies for improvement.
This is a summary taken from Judicium’s SEND and Safeguarding ‘Sofa Session’ from 5th November, with our Safeguarding and SEND consultants Rik Chilvers and Simon Hanley. In this session we discuss the new SEND and Safeguarding toolkit and how to best prepare for an Ofsted visit.
eBooks
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Introducing our new National Safeguarding Insights Report 2025! Collated from DSLs, deputies and other lead roles across the country, this report unpacks four key concerns in Safeguarding today.
September is often appraisal season in many schools. For School Leaders, managing this process effectively is key to achieving positive outcomes for both staff and leadership. Download this e-book for top tips to help you prepare and make your upcoming appraisals a success.
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Do you know when the main proposed implementation dates are for the Employment Rights Bill? Mapped out specifically for you, so you can keep on top until 2027!
This eBook outlines subject access requests, data protection policies with a informed checklist for school leaders.
This e-book explores the aspects of school life where inclusive practice should be in place and provides those in governance with guidance on how to seek assurance that this is the case in their school or trust.
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If you are a headteacher, school business leader or HR manager and want to be one step ahead when it comes to managing people strategy, then this e-book is for you.
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This e-book is an introduction for School Leaders and Designated Safeguarding Leads.
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A study looking at how restructures have affected support staff over the past 5 years, what this means for the delivery of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) support and potential support staff restructures on the horizon.
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By using this checklist, schools can self-assess their SEND provision, identify gaps, and implement necessary improvements, ensuring that every pupil with SEND receives the support they need to succeed.
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Proactive strategies to strengthen your schools safeguarding practices, ensure compliance, and create a culture of safety and vigilance.
Case Studies
With four OFSTED inspections in four years, ensuring all aspects of safeguarding are up to standard has been very important to the Nishkam Schools Multi-Academy Trust, which is why they turned to Judicium's safeguarding experts for unlimited advice and support.
With an Ofsted Outstanding rating, Brackenwood Infant School had high standards and a vision for the future, but Headteacher Chris Mervyn realised data protection was not at the forefront of strategic decisions for the school. Following a recommendation from a partner school, Judicium was taken on to support Chris in changing the data protection ethos within the school.
Holy Family Catholic MAT (HFCMAT) was established in 2012 with the aim of raising standards and achievement for all of its 3,600 students
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Maritime Academy Trust, established in 2016, runs 13 schools - 12 primaries and one special school - across London and the South East.
News & Media
New research reveals the pressures of escalating need and insufficient resource – but diverging views of the SENDCO role also cause problems, writes Rik Chilvers
Schools do not seem to be as clear about the risk assessment side of their Prevent safeguarding responsibilities as they could be. James Simoniti considers why this might be and offers some pointers on filling them in
Schools do not seem to be as clear about the risk assessment side of their Prevent safeguarding responsibilities as they could be. James Simoniti considers why this might be and offers some pointers on filling them in
Safeguarding and data protection are high accountability responsibilities which are closely inter-related. Judicium Education's Head of Data Services, Craig Stilwell, and Head of Safeguarding, Helen King, consider how long we should keep different staff and student records for.
Safeguarding and data protection are high accountability responsibilities which are closely inter-related. Judicium's Head of Data Services, Craig Stilwell, and Head of Safeguarding, Helen King, consider how long we should keep different staff and student records for.
Increasing demands from above and below are conspiring to make the safeguarding lead role unsustainable, writes Helen King
Safeguarding is a priority for every school leader – Safeguarding Consultant James Simoniti advises how you can strengthen your recruitment process and keep on top of any safeguarding issues that may arise.
Safeguarding expert and former police officer James Simoniti discusses some of the lessons learned from Child Q as well as important advice and practical tips for safer student searches.
What steps can your school take to strengthen safer recruitment and to keep on top of emerging safeguarding issues? With a focus on addressing issues of child-on-child abuse, James Simoniti advises
HR and legal expert Kelly Rayner offers some important advice and practical tips on how your school can support colleagues who may be affected by menopause symptoms.
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Sofa Sessions | Data Protection