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An introduction to governance: single academy trustees

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Training & development
12/04/2023
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At a glance

For those new to governance or trustees seeking a refresher, this short programme provides the essentials to help participants make an effective contribution from their first meeting.

It includes follow-on activities and signposting to allow trustees to build their understanding of good governance, their roles and responsibilities and how to make more confident contributions as they get their feet under the governance table.

This programme, split into four modules, will cover:

Introduction and good governance principles
Being strategic
Holding to account
Financial oversight
Fully bespoke

This session can be tailored to the circumstances of your school or trust.

4 hour programme

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Who is this suitable for?

The session is suitable for the following and will be contextualised for each setting:

  • New single academy trustees
  • Single academy trustees looking for a refresher
  • Senior leaders who will be taking on a governance role or who wish to learn more about governance in single academy trusts
  • Governance professionals looking to develop an understanding of single academy trust governance

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What are the benefits?

This is an opportunity to work with a governance expert and fellow trustees to:

  • understand the core functions of governance and how to deliver on main roles and responsibilities as an individual and as part of a governing board
  • develop a solid grounding in the purpose, practice and challenges of good governance
  • access and navigate key regulatory and guidance resources
  • plan sensible next steps towards becoming a more confident and effective trustee  

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How will you learn?

  • This programme is made up of four modules which can be delivered as a half-day session or as two two-hour sessions
  • It can be delivered via face-to-face and online workshops
  • It involves a few pre-work tasks to make the most of the session time
  • It will be facilitated by a quality-assured NGA consultant with relevant governance and training expertise
  • Each session will be interactive with a mixture of participant activities and facilitator-led explanation and discussion
  • The programme will be supported with session materials including a resource toolkit and suggested activities to help with next steps

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If you would like to book the session or find out more then make an enquiry.

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This training is designed for a group of participants at a school, trust or other organisation.

It is also suitable for a group of schools to share.

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