Information about the training available to governors in Brighton & Hove can be obtained by:

Contacting:

•  Geraldene Newman, Governor Support
  (01273) 293595
  governor.support@brighton-hove.gov.uk
• The Training & Development Governor at your school
• Refer to the Training Brochure included in your Appointment Pack and which is updated and mailed to all governors and clerks each term
• Accessing 'Your Career' on Education Online and finding 'Governor Support' in the list of 'Courses by Provider'

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Governor Support produce a termly training programme.The programme includes sessions on the governor's roles and relationships, leadership and management, school effectiveness, inclusive education and the Department for Children, Schools and Families Training Programme for New Governors.

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Follow this link to our commitment to the following Training Quality Standards

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We recommend that all schools have an effective induction programme for new governors. Some examples of good practice:

• Developing an Induction Policy for New Governors
• Induction for new governors - CfBT
• An induction policy from 'Taking the Chair' training

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If you are a new governor or clerk you may not be aware of this national programme. Its aim is to ensure that all governors have access to consistent information about their role, their responsibilities and the expectations of them, as well as the way in which the governing body works with the headteacher. The training is built around the three roles that governors play in helping schools to raise standards of teaching and learning. A DCSF Certificate of Training is awarded to those that complete Module 1 to 3.

The training is included in our programme each term and there is usually a choice of morning and evening sessions.

If you are unable to commit to the training at present, why not access the training programme workbook on Governornet that includes independent study activities.

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A training and development programme for Chairs, Vice Chairs, Chairs of Committees and prospective Chairs commissioned by DCSF. This practical and problem solving programme aims to explore the skills required to lead and manage the work of the governing body.

The programme is aimed at prospective and new Chairs who wish to develop their confidence and skills and also experienced Chairs who are keen to review their effectiveness in the role.  A variety of learning approaches are used with an emphasis on the practical application of knowledge of skills.

The programme is comprised of six modules delivered over three terms.

Chairs of governors wishing to to undertake the training may download the distance learning package to accompany the sessions.

A pdf version of the document can be downloaded from Governornet

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GEL is an online training website developed by Eastern Leadership Centre in partnership with the East of England Governors Partnership group. Brighton & Hove Governor Support has subscribed to the package on behalf of all governors in Brighton & Hove schools.

The training modules are designed to allow govenors to work at their own pace to improve skills and knowledge in key areas. They are not intended to replace face-to-face training but are a useful option for governors who have difficulty in attending events.

To register with GEL - http://www.elc-gel.org/membership/

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Brighton & Hove Model Pay Policy for Schools - September 2008

Model Performance Management Policy for Schools - DCSF and various unions - March 2007

National Standards for Headteachers - DCSF - 2004

Teachers' and Headteachers' Performance Management Guidance - Rewards and Incentives Group

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Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education - DCSF

Guidance for Safer Working Practice for Adults who Work with Children and Young People - DCSF

The Protection of Children in England: A Progress Report. The Lord Laming. Crown Copyright 2009

The Powerpoint presentations delivered at the session by Mrs Karen Wicker have been updated. 

Roles and Responsibilities of Designated Person and Headteacher

Roles and Responsibilities of the Governing Body

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If you are ready to take the recruiting safely training you need to login or register in the e-learning portal but please be aware:

• How you register will decide which course is assigned to you.

• The e-learning on this system is aimed at people working with children and young people in England only

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School Policy for Children in Care - background, policy, the role of the designated teacher, the governor and the school

Designated Teachers
Routes into Care - a brief overview of major pieces of child care legislation by Natasha Watson, Managing Principal Lawyer, Brighton & Hove CYPT

DCSF Statutory Guidance for School Governing Bodies 2009 - the roles and responsibilities of the designated tecaher for looked after children

Ofsted Guidance
Inspections of safeguarding and looked after children services framework

Inspections of safeguarding and looked after children services - full evaluation schedules

Illustrative grade descriptors for inspecting safeguarding and looked after children services

Personal Education Plans
Guidelines for Social Workers and Designated Teachers

Brighton & Hove Personal Education Plan format

Progress and Achievement Record 

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The Briefing on 11 November 2009 covered the updated Ofsted Framework and the increased impact on governing bodies of the new requirements.

In response to requests, the Powerpoint presentation, Governing Body Audit (working copy) and Governing Body Audit (with evidence) are available here.

These briefing papers for Ofsted Inspectors provide more detailed information.

Safeguarding Children

The Effectiveness of the Governing Body

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