keeping you in the know
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.
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14th October 2026 | Sofa Sessions
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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
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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
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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.
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3rd June 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Safeguarding
KCSIE 2026: What’s New, What Matters, and What This Means for Schools
Prepare your school or MAT for upcoming statutory updates. Discover key shifts across online safety, mental health, and more.
1st June 2026 | HR & Employment Law
Fixed term contracts, zero-hours arrangements and casual worker agreements in schools/ trusts
In this blog, we consider how the new protections and obligations for employers under the ERA will impact schools/trusts using fixed-term contracts,...
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27th May 2026 | People Matters | HR & Employment Law
Culture, Employee Experience, and Retention in MATs: Why Recruitment Depends on Closing the Gap
Rising workloads, increased responsibilities, and a lack of support all contribute to declining retention and the strengthening of MAT culture. Read...
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20th May 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Governance & Clerking
Behind the Ofsted Lens: How Governance Really Gets Judged
With Ofsted dropping 'best-fit' judgements, governance faces sharper scrutiny. Discover what inspectors look for and how boards can confidently...
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14th May 2026 | Sofa Sessions
The Changing Role of Premises Staff: Skills, Standards and School Success
This blog is based on Judicium’s Facilities ‘Sofa Session’ from the 14th May 2026, with our resident expert Joanne Fisher and Neil Merry. This...
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13th May 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Data Protection
The Do’s and Don'ts of Biometric Data in Schools
Learn the do’s and don’ts of processing biometric data in schools. Discover how to manage privacy risks, handle ICO audits, and ensure school...
5th May 2026 | HR & Employment Law
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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29th April 2026 | Sofa Sessions | H&S and Fire
Preparing for Benedict’s Law: A Gap Analysis for Schools
Everything school leaders need to know about the transition to mandatory allergy safety standards under Benedict’s Law.
26th April 2026 | HR & Employment Law
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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26th April 2026 | HR & Employment Law | Payroll & Pensions
The People and Payroll Hierarchy of Needs in Schools and MATs
People sit at the heart of every education setting. In this blog, we explore the People and Payroll Hierarchy of Needs and why getting the basics...
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22nd April 2026 | Sofa Sessions | Safeguarding
Attendance as Safeguarding: Meeting Ofsted’s Standards
Attendance is the essential foundation for pupil safety. This roadmap explores how to move beyond data management to build a proactive whole-school...
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15th April 2026 | Sofa Sessions | H&S and Fire
Martyn’s Law: Reducing Risk and Raising Readiness in Schools
Learn how the Martyn's Law impacts your school. From staff awareness to site-specific drills, discover how to meet Standard Tier requirements through...