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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.

Future Focus: Governance Challenges on the Horizon

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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5 Benefits of a Managed Payroll Service for Academy Trusts

30th September 2026 | People Matters | Payroll

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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...

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October 2026 Changes Schools and Trusts Need to Prepare For

25th September 2026 | HR & Employment Law

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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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5th June 2025 | Sofa Sessions | HR & Employment Law

Beyond HR: Driving Strategic Success

This blog is based on Judicium’s Employment Law ‘Sofa Session’ from 4th June, led by resident expert Paul Luffman, LLB (Hons), L.P.C. The...

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4th June 2025 | Safeguarding

Supervision Uncovered: Busting Myths & Boosting Benefits

Supervision is dedicated time for professionals to reflect openly on the challenges of the cases they manage. This blog explores the common...

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21st May 2025 | Sofa Sessions

SEND: Top Tips for Making the Most Out of Your Support Staff

This blog is based on Judicium’s SEND ‘Sofa Session’ from the 21st of May, with our resident expert Rik Chilvers.

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14th May 2025 | Sofa Sessions | Safeguarding

The Essential Learnings You'll Gain from a Safeguarding Audit: What every school and trust should know

This blog is based on Judicium’s The Essential Learnings You'll Gain from a Safeguarding Audit: What every school and trust should know ‘Sofa...

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7th May 2025 | Sofa Sessions | Data Protection

Retention and Managing Information - How to make sense of requirements

This is a summary taken from Judicium’s DPO ‘Sofa Session’ from 7th May, with our Data Protection Consultant Lane Baker.

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30th April 2025 | Sofa Sessions | HR & Employment Law

Top Tips for Managing Grievance Processes

This is a summary taken from Judicium’s HR ‘Sofa Session’ from 30th of April, with Jenny Salero, Kelly Rayner and Suzanne Ravenhall. This...

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24th April 2025 | Data Protection

Cybersecurity Incident Response for Schools

A practical guide to help UK schools respond to cyber-attacks, meet legal obligations, and strengthen their overall cybersecurity resilience.

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22nd April 2025 | H&S and Fire

Judicium Shortlisted for Fire Safety Consultancy of the Year at the 2025 FSM Awards

Discover why Judicium has been shortlisted for Fire Safety Consultancy of the Year at the 2025 FSM Awards, recognising our expert support for schools...

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17th April 2025 | Safeguarding

A Day in the Life of a MAT DSL: Volume 1

This blog deep dives into the everyday life of a Multi Academy Trust (MAT) Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). For a DSL, every decision echoes across...

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