Meet the Experts | Amelia Clark | Head of Internal Scrutiny
10th October 2024 | Finance | Internal Scrutiny
Amelia’s background seems tailor-made for her role as Head of Internal Scrutiny at Strictly. With a background in accountancy and audit, plus experience leading educational settings and all that entails, it is a role that brings her passion for well-run education and her audit experience together.
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Addressing HR Challenges in Schools: The Benefits of Outsourcing
25th September 2024 | HR | MATs/Academies
The education sector faces a number of challenges, from budget constraints to regulatory requirements, and one area that often demands significant resources and expertise is human resources (HR). Outsourcing certain HR functions can provide schools and academy trusts with a strategic advantage, allowing them to focus more on education and improving pupil outcomes.
Finding the Perfect Fit: Selecting an Internal Scrutiny Provider for Your Academy Trust
26th August 2024 | Finance | Internal Scrutiny
With numerous providers offering internal scrutiny services, how do academy trusts choose the right partner? What should be your key considerations when selecting an internal scrutiny provider. Ensuring effective risk management and robust internal controls is paramount for any academy trust.
Embracing Enhanced Internal Scrutiny: Insights into changes to the Academy Trust Handbook for 2024/25
6th August 2024 | Finance | Internal Scrutiny
The recent publication of the 2024 Academy Trust Handbook (ATH) has introduced significant changes for the sector, with a particular focus on internal scrutiny.
Summary of proposed Employment law changes – July 2024
18th July 2024 | HR
During the recent state opening of Parliament and the King's Speech, the Government gave further information about its Employment Rights Bill, which will make wide-ranging and radical changes to employment law in the coming years. In advance of the publication of the full detail of the Employment Rights Bill, here is a summary of the main areas that will affect HR policies and procedures.
Summer Break: A Time for Renewal at Your School
2nd July 2024 | Facilities | Fire Awareness | Premises | Safety
School summer break – a joyous time for pupils, a well-deserved rest for teachers. But for school site staff, these six weeks offer a unique opportunity to refresh and renew facilities ahead of the start of a new academic year.