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How Can Schools Attract the Best Candidates?Recruitment remains one of the biggest challenges facing schools and trusts,...
08/09/2026

How Can Schools Attract the Best Candidates?

Recruitment remains one of the biggest challenges facing schools and trusts, particularly when it comes to finding talented support staff.

In her latest article, Conny Brandt shares the practical, low-cost approaches her school uses to attract strong candidates, from social media and apprenticeships to work experience, volunteers and flexible working.

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When we think about school safety, attention often goes to science labs, kitchens and sports facilities. But what about ...
07/09/2026

When we think about school safety, attention often goes to science labs, kitchens and sports facilities. But what about the spaces pupils and staff move through every day? ๐Ÿซ

Corridors, stairwells and delivery points may feel low risk, but familiarity can create blind spots.

We explore the hidden risk zones schools may be overlooking and how everyday environments can be managed more safely.

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The words we use at work matter.Phrases such as "alpha leadership" and "high-value employees" are appearing more frequen...
25/08/2026

The words we use at work matter.

Phrases such as "alpha leadership" and "high-value employees" are appearing more frequently in professional conversations. While often intended to motivate, they can also shape workplace culture and influence how people perceive leadership, performance and inclusion.

For schools and trusts, it's a timely reminder to reflect on how organisational culture is created through everyday language.

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Larger schools and academy trusts could soon face new requirements to report on ethnicity and disability pay gaps.Althou...
18/08/2026

Larger schools and academy trusts could soon face new requirements to report on ethnicity and disability pay gaps.

Although there's no confirmed implementation date yet, organisations with 250 or more employees are being encouraged to prepare by reviewing their HR data, payroll systems and reporting processes.

Getting ahead now could make future compliance much simpler.

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Are all your recruitment channels working as hard as you think?Job boards, social media, referrals and agency partners a...
11/08/2026

Are all your recruitment channels working as hard as you think?

Job boards, social media, referrals and agency partners all play a role, but application numbers don't always tell the full story.

By measuring which channels generate quality candidates and successful hires, schools and trusts can make more informed recruitment decisions and get better value from their hiring budget.

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Convenience feels harmless in the moment, but over time it can create unnecessary cost and complexity.Subscriptions buil...
04/08/2026

Convenience feels harmless in the moment, but over time it can create unnecessary cost and complexity.

Subscriptions build up. Free tools create hidden inefficiencies. Quick decisions become long-term habits that no one revisits.

The issue isn't speed itself, it's when convenience becomes the default and stops being questioned.

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Safety isnโ€™t measured by the absence of incidents.Itโ€™s measured by:โ€ข Near-miss reportingโ€ข Proactive safety conversations...
23/07/2026

Safety isnโ€™t measured by the absence of incidents.

Itโ€™s measured by:
โ€ข Near-miss reporting
โ€ข Proactive safety conversations
โ€ข Training that changes behaviour in practice

The goal isnโ€™t simply fewer incidents. Itโ€™s stronger engagement, better systems and a culture where safety is embedded into everyday decision-making.

This article explores the metrics that can provide a more complete picture of safety performance.

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๐–๐ž๐ฅ๐œ๐จ๐ฆ๐ž ๐ญ๐จ ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐ฅ๐š๐ญ๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐ข๐ ๐ข-๐ฐ๐ซ๐š๐ฉ!In this issue, weโ€™re focusing on something many of us struggle with: the idea that rest ...
22/07/2026

๐–๐ž๐ฅ๐œ๐จ๐ฆ๐ž ๐ญ๐จ ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐ฅ๐š๐ญ๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐ข๐ ๐ข-๐ฐ๐ซ๐š๐ฉ!

In this issue, weโ€™re focusing on something many of us struggle with: the idea that rest has to be justified. But taking time to switch off isnโ€™t a reward - itโ€™s a necessity.

Weโ€™ve also included practical ideas to help you make the most of your summer break and return feeling properly refreshed.

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Knowing who matters in your school, and why, is key to building stronger communication and smoother operations.From pare...
20/07/2026

Knowing who matters in your school, and why, is key to building stronger communication and smoother operations.

From parents and governors to staff, trusts and external partners, stakeholder relationships influence decision-making across every part of school life.

This practical guide to stakeholder mapping explores how schools can identify key groups, understand influence and strengthen engagement across their wider community.

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Meet Lolley the School Dog ๐ŸพSchool dogs are becoming an increasingly familiar part of school life, but what difference d...
16/07/2026

Meet Lolley the School Dog ๐Ÿพ

School dogs are becoming an increasingly familiar part of school life, but what difference do they actually make?

In this article, Dave Abbiss, business manager at Brandhall Primary School, reflects on five years with Lolley the cockerpoo.

From supporting pupil wellbeing and literacy to helping children through difficult experiences, Lolley has become a much-loved member of the school community and an important part of daily school life.

A lovely read for anyone interested in the positive impact animals can have in schools.

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๐Ÿ’ญ Have you considered introducing a Dog in your setting?

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