Upcoming Autumn events for schools and academy trusts
Free webinars sharing practical advice and guidance
Our team of education lawyers and HR consultants are delivering webinars throughout this term to support you with some of the key challenges and emerging issues you face.
These events are free to attend and open to all, just register using the links below and please share with any colleagues you feel would also benefit from attending.
Shaping a culture of respect and safety – preventing sexual harassment
Live online 12-1pm Thursday 21 November
The new Sexual harassment and harassment at work guidance marks a game-changing shift in employer duties, demanding immediate action to prevent sexual harassment and protect staff. Join us to find out what this means for school settings and the steps you can take to improve organisational culture.
Transforming tensions: A panel discussion on complaints management
Live online 12-1pm Friday 22 November
Are parental complaints causing you and your team a headache? Join us for this panel discussion hosted by PLMR, where we’ll explore proactive approaches and creative solutions to address the persistent challenge of managing parent complaints.
Managing safeguarding allegations against staff
Live online 10-11am Thursday 12 December
Dealing with safeguarding allegations against staff is one of the trickiest personnel challenges employers can encounter. Get a clearer view of the options available if your school receives safeguarding allegations - particularly criminal allegations - about a member of staff.
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