Busy day on Wednesday at the @oneeducation.bsky.social SBM conference with the HR service represented by Paula Shacklady talking about restructures & redundancies and earlier with Rob Merino and myself discussing academisation #education #HR #Governance

With return to work interviews proven to shorten absence duration by 35%, it was great the #HR team in @oneeducation.bsky.social could pass on some of the soft skills required for these meetings, explore reasonable adjustment requests and how these should be responded to in educational settings.

The HR teams last Autumn Term🍂 training on Effective Return To Work Meetings on 26 Nov is now sold out ! For information on their Spring Term courses just click the link or look on the @oneeducation.bsky.social website. #HR #LeadershipDevelopment oneeducation.co.uk/training-cours…

The morning started at the Schools & Academies Show with @jograyeducation.bsky.social hearing from Minister of Schools along with Sir Martyn Oliver @ofstednews.bsky.social & many more on the educational landscape, making sure we know what’s over the horizon too! @oneeducation.bsky.social

🌟 Get to know our team! Listen as we sit down with Helen Marriott, our Head of Inclusion, and chat about her experiences supporting children with speech, language and communication needs.

Informative HR Circle 🔵 this morning discussing the Management of Critical Incidents in Educational Settings and Martyn’s Law Next session in January is on Health & Safety and HR overlap To join this virtual network contact: [email protected] @oneeducation.bsky.social

Informative Primary Heads Mtg: play sufficiency, moderation, mainstream inclusive provision, attendance, & healthy schools. Fantastic news of the outstanding judgement for Manchester City Council’s Children’s Services 2025 Ofsted inspection. Proud @oneeducation.bsky.social is a strategic partner.

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them. #RemembranceDay

See you all next Wednesday for updates on Critical Incident Management and #MartynsLaw 📆 The next HR Circle takes place on Wednesday, 12 November. A chance to discuss 'Managing Critical Incidents' alongside other HR Leaders in education. Not a member? Contact [email protected] to join!

📆 Mark your calendars for the School Finance Autumn Conference, taking place on Wednesday, 26 November 2025! ➡️ SLA & Contracts ➡️ Recruitment & Redundancies ➡️ What is Martyn’s Law? ➡️ Introducing Finance Next Gen ➡️ Growing MATs Book your place: bit.ly/4gNHQxE

💬 “Working with One Education has made the development, launch and maintenance of our website an exciting and pain free process!" Discover how we collaborated with the Manchester Virtual School to transform their school website:

Always enjoying meeting & talking with Headteachers from across Greater Manchester as part of the @oneeducation.bsky.social Lead Network facilitated by @jograyeducation.bsky.social Interesting conversations on lots of strategic issues in education #LeadershipMatters #LeadershipDevelopment

30+ attendees on our Understanding & Maintaining Single Central Record training with fabulous feedback. Answered queries on contractors, visitors, ID docs, GDPR & Teacher prohibitions. For Schools & MATs interested in our SCR Audit, critical for Ofsted👇 www.oneeducation.co.uk/about-us/get...

Wow what a day! Being part of the @oneeducation.bsky.social HR team planning for the future, then an afternoon of team building by supporting schools via enhancing 2 different outdoor sites in Manchester and Tameside (loving the camaraderie, creativity & collective effort & autumn fresh air🌱🍃💪🍁🍂)

🚨 #NowHiring: We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced HR Business Partner. An opportunity to provide high-quality, specialist pupil facing and management services to schools and academies. Apply here: bit.ly/4nKaLEU #HRCareers #HRJobs

I was joined yesterday for the @OneEducation HR Circle🔵 by #HR Directors, Managers & staff from MATs across the whole country, Federations & the Independent #education sector - so lots of networking opportunities. Next mtg Nov 12- sign up here oneeducation.co.uk/hr-circle/

Join our circle 🔵 this Wednesday- all those responsible for #HR in schools and MATs welcome 👇

First training session completed this morning for middle managers in educational settings from across #GreaterManchester Great #FridayFeeling with the marvellous attendee feedback on the course & the views! Book onto @oneeducation.bsky.social courses here👇 www.oneeducation.co.uk/training-cou...

The first HR Circle of this academic year takes place next Wednesday, 24 September. A chance to discuss the Employment Rights Bill alongside other HR Leaders in education. Not a member? Contact [email protected] to join! @oneeducation.bsky.social

The Employment Rights Bill was being voted on yesterday by MPs in the House of Commons, taking another step towards becoming law. Read my blog on how it impacts educational settings 👇@OneEducation @OneEducationHR

⭐ A new school year always feels like a fresh start – with new faces, possibilities, and challenges too. We’re back with the Rethinking Education podcast, your free resource for staying informed and inspired as the school year unfolds. Learn more:

🌟 Our latest Safeguarding Spotlight is officially live! Listen to our Safeguarding Specialist Lauren Foster discuss how schools can effectively record and respond to contextual #safeguarding issues. Watch now for free:

Hope this is helpful was useful as a discussion note for our HR Circle last year

🎉 Welcome to the 2025-26 academic year! 🎉 We hope you all had a wonderful summer break and are feeling refreshed and ready for another exciting year ahead.

🚨 September is closer than you think! We're here to help you stay up to date and compliant with #KCSIE2025. Find out what’s changing and what steps schools need to take to prepare for the next academic year. Read here: bit.ly/44AHyEv

Read our blog as we address misconceptions that have arisen from the Writing Framework: ❌ Handwriting lessons from the start of Reception. ❌ Children are taught how to write letters in September. ❌ Focus on letter formation rather than physical development. bit.ly/44Mb3oh

Been busy at the river too in Zimbabwe 🇿🇼

Been busy in the bush over last 48 hours #wellnessgoals 🇿🇦

Start September right by investing in your staff’s CPD 🍂 Management Skills for Middle Leaders 19 Sept 🍁 Safer Recruitment 30 Sept All Autumn training now on @oneeducation.bsky.social website. All schools welcome (use your free pass as part of the HR sla!) www.oneeducation.co.uk/training-cou...

⬇️ Head over to Education Report to read a feature from our very own @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social, Director of HR & Education Strategy. A detailed summary of the Employment Rights Bill and its impact on education - a must-read for school and MAT leaders! www.educationreport.co.uk/2025/07/30/e...

Onboarding sets the tone for every new employee. In this blog, we share how to build an effective induction programme for new starters in schools, supporting your staff from day one. bit.ly/3IZ09Df #SchoolHR #Recruiting

A great summer time podcast - really enjoyed recording this with Mark Granby who offered a real insight into governance for MATs and schools and planning ahead for 2025/26

Our Rethinking KS1 training programme is designed to help you continue building on play-based learning in Early Years through to KS1 and beyond. With online drop-in sessions, networks, and resources to support the delivery of the National Curriculum through play. bit.ly/4kv6ByP

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After a great year connecting with HR colleagues and discussing everything from wellbeing and sickness leave to reviews & restructures - the HR Circle is signing off for summer! See you again next year! Don't forget to sign up for £50 and stay updated with all upcoming events!

#KCSIE2025 comes into effect on 1 September 2025! As Designated Safeguarding Leads, you need to ensure that your policies and procedures for safeguarding pupils are reflective of the current legislation. Explore our next steps to ensure you are prepared: bit.ly/44AHyEv

💡 Creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive working environment isn’t just best practice - it’s the law. Go beyond box-ticking towards building a culture of respect with our new training course, focusing on sexual harassment in the workplace: bit.ly/44a0URW

Taking a trip down memory lane with mum in Scarborough where she grew up during the War before going to Teacher Training College

Autumn training now on @oneeducation.bsky.social website. All schools welcome 🍂 Management Skills for Middle Leaders 19 Sept 🍁 Safer Recruitment 30 Sept 🍂 Understanding & Maintaining SCR 8 Oct 🍁 Asbestos Awareness 5 Nov 🍂 Effective Return to Work Mtgs 26 Nov www.oneeducation.co.uk/training-cou...

Read my latest blog providing an overview on the Employment Rights Bill & how educational establishments will be impacted but can prepare …. #education #LeadershipMatters #HR 👇

A proud moment & a highlight of each yr is presenting @oneeducation.bsky.social Staff Awards with @stufern.bsky.social So many professionals working together across specialisms, having a positive impact with children, school settings, families & wider communities #education #puttingchildrenfirst 👏👏

Great to end the academic year with a Risk & Audit Committee & Board of Trustees mtg in my MAT trustee role this last week, included wonderful SLT presentations for 2025/26-deeply committed professionals. Privileged to be with so many passionate professionals #volunteer #governance #education

Our SEND specialists work alongside schools to strengthen pathways for pupils and improve their life chances. But what exactly does our support look like? Follow a day in the life of our Team Leader for Inclusion to find out: bit.ly/44sgWXt

Such an enjoyable episode to record with @jograyeducation.bsky.social & Suzi Bray- the importance of play in #education 👇 @oneeducation.bsky.social

📣 Are your staff ready to meet their legal duty to prevent harassment at work? Our virtual training helps school staff understand their responsibilities, recognise inappropriate behaviour, and respond effectively - all in under 30 min. Don't miss it: bit.ly/44a0URW

A privilege to spend a day with the @oneeducation.bsky.social wider leadership team planning for the future #puttingchildrenfirst #Education

We know that play, development, and curiosity drive lifelong learning - so why stop at Reception? The Rethinking KS1 programme supports educators in reshaping Key Stage 1 to better align with what children really need to thrive. Find out more: bit.ly/4kv6ByP

On leaving school, young people with oracy skills have better job prospects and are less likely to suffer mental health difficulties. So how can we ensure the next generation has what it needs to thrive? 🏆 Introducing the One Education Oracy Award... bit.ly/3EK9axW

Give your DSL the tools to lead with confidence and clarity - including policy checklists, posters and helpline support. Plus, enjoy our expert-led briefing on the safeguarding issue that matters most to you. 📧 Get in touch to find out more about our Safeguarding Packages.

What a wonderful week recording 2 episodes for @oneeducation.bsky.social Rethinking Education with @jograyeducation.bsky.social with 2 very different but equally important issues : play with Suzi Bray and then governance with Mark Granby. So watch out for each episode being published soon ….