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Blogs covering compliance and HR for schools and trusts

From KCSIE updates to Ofsted changes, our regular blogs will keep you informed on what's happening across the sector. 

 

 

9th September 2026 | People Matters HR & Employment Law | HR & People Strategy | Employment Rights Act

Back to School, Your School HR Priorities for the New Academic Year

The start of the academic year is the best strategic planning window school and trust leaders get. This blog sets out where to focus - HR foundations,...

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Back to School, Your School HR Priorities for the New Academic Year
Unfair Dismissal Changes and How to Prepare

5th May 2026 | HR & Employment Law | Employment Rights Act | Employee Relations

Unfair Dismissal Changes and How to Prepare

The ERA is introducing increased worker protections and in this article we will focus on the forthcoming changes to unfair dismissal and how to...

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6 top tips for dealing with workplace conflict in schools before it escalates

26th April 2026 | HR & Employment Law | Employee Relations

6 top tips for dealing with workplace conflict in schools before it escalates

Because conflict in schools rarely begins with one big dramatic moment, and is far more likely to grow slowly through strained conversations, crossed...

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Whistleblowing Protections for Sexual Harassment from April 2026

14th April 2026 | HR & Employment Law | Employment Rights Act | Employee Relations

Whistleblowing Protections for Sexual Harassment from April 2026

The ERA has introduced increased worker protections, and in this article, we will focus on the new protections for sexual harassment. From 6 April...

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