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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.
12th November 2026 | HR & Employment Law
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Sickness Absence Through a Strategic Lens: What's It Really Costing Your School?
When a member of staff calls in sick, the immediate cost can seem relatively straightforward: arranging cover, adjusting timetables and managing...
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9th November 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Governance & Clerking
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The Rise of the Manosphere: Are Governors Prepared for the Impact on School Culture?
From new regulations, safeguarding structures and age-appropriate learning, find out how the manosphere is affecting schools and trusts, and what...
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5th November 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Safeguarding
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Safeguarding FAQs: Ask the Experts
Ahead of our Annual Safeguarding Virtual Conference, our safeguarding experts explored the importance of challenging assumptions, strengthening...
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4th November 2026 | Sofa Sessions | H&S and Fire
Fire Safety Failures: What Recent Audits are Revealing
Our latest blog focuses on common findings from recent health and safety audits and fire risk assessments, along with practical steps schools can take...
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21st October 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Safeguarding
When Concerns Keep Rumbling: Neglect, Thresholds and Professional Challenge
Neglect should be focused on the child's lived experiences. Read further insights in our latest blog on neglect.
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14th October 2026 | Sofa Sessions
Benedict’s Law in Force: Closing the Compliance Gaps in Allergy Safety
Benedict's Law is now in force, but what challenges are schools and trusts facing now? Read our latest blog.
6th October 2026 | HR & Employment Law
Beyond Process: What the new proposed ACAS Code could mean for schools and academy trusts
In this blog, we consider the draft ACAS Code and how it could reshape how schools and trusts approach disciplinary and grievance issues, placing...
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30th September 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Governance & Clerking
Future Focus: Governance Challenges on the Horizon
Our latest Sofa Session blog explores the key topics that governing boards should have on their agenda and what challenges could be on the horizon.
30th September 2026 | People Matters | Payroll & Pensions
5 Benefits of a Managed Payroll Service for Academy Trusts
Is payroll taking up more of your trust's time than it should? This article looks at five ways a managed payroll service can help academy trusts save...
25th September 2026 | HR & Employment Law
October 2026 Changes Schools and Trusts Need to Prepare For
In this blog, we consider how the reforms to trade unions, employment tribunal claim times, and employer liability to prevent harassment will affect...
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23rd September 2026 | Sofa Sessions | H&S and Fire
The Hidden Risks Sitting on your School Register
Your risk register might be hiding risks that only come to light when it causes costly disruptions. Get ahead by reading our latest blog.
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16th September 2026 | People Matters | Payroll & Pensions
Streamlining Your Payroll Process for Efficiency and Compliance
Payroll is one of the hardest jobs to get right in a school or academy trust. This blog sets out seven practical ways to make payroll run more...
16th September 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Data Protection
The Data Protection Health Check: Is Your School Ready for the Year Ahead?
Data protection health check for schools and trusts, covering key legal changes, common risks and practical steps to keep your processes up to date.
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9th September 2026 | People Matters | HR & Employment Law
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,...
9th September 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Safeguarding
The Autumn Safeguarding Reset: What Schools Need to Check Before Half Term
Ensuring your policies and procedures are up to date at the beginning of the school year is only the start of your safeguarding reset. Our latest blog...