At a glance
This programme covers the key differences and challenges that arise when working as governance professional in different contexts, and where you can find the guidance and support you need to help you fulfil this role.
You will cover:
Programme description
Clerking in a trust or independent school sector setting and interested in working as a governance professional in a maintained school or federation but not sure what to expect?
Broken down into eight key topics this module provides the bridge to working effectively in this new setting from the start. Using a mix of film contributions from experienced practitioners, practical activities and immersive consolidation tasks, you will develop a sound understanding of the rules, practices and governance environment you can expect to find on day one. The module also includes useful templates and links to further resources to help you hit the ground running.
Before you begin
It would be helpful for you to have completed the Introduction to clerking programme.
The Clerking in new Contexts programme consists of the following modules:
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Who developed this module?
Paul Aber, Head of Training Development
Paul leads and manages NGA’s face-to-face training, e-learning and development programmes. This includes recruiting, training and managing NGA’s team of consultants and trainers. Paul has many years’ experience of governance, including in maintained schools and academy trusts.
- 2013 Regulations
- Annual governance planner | National Governance Association
- board composition
- Characteristics of different school types - premises ownership
- Committee terms of reference | National Governance Association
- Dogdale Terms of reference
- Governing without committees
- Maintained - other areas of compliance
- Maintained school delegation planner | National Governance Association
- School definitions, structures and funding
- Sedgeworth Terms of reference
- Termly agenda planner example
Module Includes
- 1 Unit
