The Governors' Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Open, honest and transparent discussions about Governance in the UK Education Sector (incl. International British Schools). This podcast is hosted by school governors, for school governors - whether you are new, experienced or the future - sharing and providing insight into the realities of sitting around the table and leaning in. Find us @thegovernorspodcast on social media
Welcome to the academic year 2024-25! This episode offers a compelling mix of personal updates, professional insights, and forward-looking strategies to enrich your governance journey.
By listening to this episode, you will:-
- Catch up with the hosts as they reflect on their activities over the summer, discussing how the month of August uniquely impacts those working in Education and Education Governance.
- Explore the vibrant atmosphere in the education sector, particularly at events like the Schools and Academies Show, and how these experiences can revitalise and inspire those in governance.
- Gain insights into an innovative course being developed by Sharon, designed to advance governance careers across various sectors, with a strong emphasis on inclusivity and accessibility. This programme is currently piloted with governance professionals within education.
- Discover the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in governance and personal growth, as both Sharon and Olivia share their journeys into AI prompt engineering, offering practical advice on how AI can enhance governance practice and everyday experiences. Olivia provides a glimpse into her creative writing projects and the recent impact on her life.
- Understand the significance of reputation and growth opportunities in governance, focusing on building confidence, embracing new skills, and addressing the emotional and ethical considerations of integrating AI into your professional life.
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners.
Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
Your hosts
Sharon Warmington | Connect with Sharon on LinkedIn
Olivia D Hinds | Connect with Olivia on LinkedIn
Join us at the National Association of Schools and College Clerks (NASCC)
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The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub/Knowledge
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Content release: Term time Wednesdays AM, monthly
Seasons follow UK academic years (September to July)
Episodes are ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production by Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
Open, honest and transparent discussions about Governance, inspired the Education sector in the UK.
For today's Single Item Agenda to close the summer term of 23/24, we are joined by guest speaker;
- Kenji Batchelor, an Education Law Partner in Bristol, specialises in advising independent and special schools on legal issues, governance, and strategic projects, with over 14 years of board experience.
By listening to this episode, you will:-
- Understand the Governance of Independent Schools: Explore the structure and responsibilities of governance in independent schools, the common misconceptions about these institutions, and the role of charity trustees in steering the strategic direction of the school.
- Learn About the Role of Legal Firms in School Governance: Discover how legal advisors support school boards, the importance of early legal consultation, and the dynamics between governance professionals and legal representatives in managing rising complaints and ensuring compliance.
- Compare International and UK School Governance: Delve into the unique challenges and benefits of governing international schools in the UK, including maintaining cultural integrity while adhering to English governance structures, and the importance of training and understanding legal frameworks.
- Navigate the Role of a Legal Expert in School Governance: Gain insights on how legal professionals balance their expertise with collective decision-making responsibilities on school boards, understanding boundaries, and the importance of diverse skills among governors.
- Explore Strategic Considerations for School Mergers and Acquisitions: Learn about the legal and strategic factors involved in mergers within the independent school sector, the impact of government policies, and the benefits and challenges of consolidation for smaller schools facing financial pressures.
Connect with Kenjiand/or visit VWV’s website to access free resources:https://www.vwv.co.uk/
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
National Association of Schools and College Clerks (NASCC)
National Black Governors Network (NBGN)
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Email: thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
Twitter (@thegovernorspod)
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YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Member of the Joint Advisory Education and Safeguarding Group of a MAT; LGB Committee Chair for Education and Welfare)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub/Knowledge, creators of The Hoot
Current release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda we are joined by a guest speaker;
- Amy Whittall, Executive Director for Trust Development at The Mercian Trust, oversees People Leadership and Organisational Culture, after nearly 7 years as Headteacher of King Edward VI Handsworth School for Girls.
By listening to this episode, you will:-
- Trace the exceptional journey of an education leader evolving from the classroom to the boardroom, from navigating milestones and breaking ground along the way, to leaving a mark in both boys' selective and girls' grammar schools.
- Gain profound insights into the intricate dynamics of succession planning and leadership transitions, career aspirations and progression, and candid discussions on the relationship between Headteachers and Chair of Governors, emphasising the importance of open communication.
- Uncover the profound and transformative impact of female empowerment and strategic leadership, as experienced through a Headteacher's lens, exploring the nuances of leadership styles and the benefits of visibility of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) at governing body meetings.
- Receive invaluable guidance on leadership development, including investing in coaching and supervision opportunities, learning to relinquish control with grace, and mapping out the best approach to finding the right successor for a school's next phase.
- Dive into the complexities of transitioning from Headteacher to Executive Leadership Team member, and having more responsibility for collaboration and cultural alignment and management within educational institutions and trusts; exploring strategies to bridge gaps, embrace individuality, and foster a culture of continuous upskilling and development to manoeuvre generational shifts and recruit challenges effectively.
A true example of multi-dimensional progression, indicating upward career advancement, outward expansion into new roles or areas, and forward-thinking leadership.
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
Find Amy on LinkedIn
@ASWHT15 on Twitter
National Association of Schools and College Clerks (NASCC)
National Black Governors Network (NBGN)
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Email: thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
Twitter (@thegovernorspod)
Instagram (@thegovernorspodcast)
Facebook (@thegovernorspodcast)
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YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Member of the Joint Advisory Education and Safeguarding Group of a MAT; LGB Committee Chair for Teaching and Learning)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub/Knowledge, creators of The Hoot
Current release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda we are joined by a guest speaker;
- Dr Karl George MBE, a thought-leader and internationally established consultant in governance, is a Partner and Head of Governance at RSM, part of the ESG team.
By listening to this episode, you will:-
- Explore the remarkable journey of a leading corporate governance practitioner, spanning from a background in finance and accountancy to influential community activism, culminating in expertise in global governance.
- Delve into the fundamental principles of governance that transcend sectors, industries, and everyday life, as our esteemed guest shares insights on the universal importance of understanding governance and effectively leveraging specialized knowledge and diversity in various spaces.
- Uncover how strategic branding and self-belief play pivotal roles in propelling individuals forward on their governance journeys, as our guest provides invaluable advice on harnessing these factors for personal and professional advancement.
- Gain a deeper understanding of the critical significance of Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations for all organizations, as our guest elucidates on the imperative of integrating ESG principles into governance frameworks.
- Learn about the pivotal role of a Non-Executive Director (NED) and discover how individuals can act as ambassadors in their voluntary roles and responsibilities, whether as school governors or academy trustees, contributing to effective governance in educational institutions and beyond.
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
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YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Member of the Joint Advisory Education and Safeguarding Group of a MAT; LGB Committee Chair for Teaching and Learning)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub/Knowledge
https://governorhub.com/ | https://thehoot.news/
Current release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- Meeting packs (meeting papers) that school governors and academy trustees receive to read in preparation for upcoming governing board meetings
- The importance of the agenda item ‘Minutes of the Previous Meeting’ and how to approach it - Don’t simply scroll, skip or skim past this paper!
- The process of taking minutes, reading and approving minutes - plus tracking the actions, including Chair’s actions, compliance actions, noting the person responsible, setting deadline dates
- What annoys clerks and governance professionals
- Neurodiversity, inclusivity and accessibility - How best to write, construct and style minutes and meeting papers to consider the readers / target audience
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners.
Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
National Association of Schools and College Clerks (NASCC) - https://www.nascc.co.uk/
National Black Governors Network (NBGN) - https://nbgn.co.uk/
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Email: thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
Twitter (@thegovernorspod)
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Facebook (@thegovernorspodcast)
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#TheGovernorsPodcast
YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Member of the Joint Advisory Education and Safeguarding Group of a MAT; LGB Committee Chair for Teaching and Learning; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor; and Wellbeing Champion)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub/Knowledge
https://governorhub.com/ | https://thehoot.news/
Current release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), as we acknowledge 3 years of the podcast, we discuss;
- Transitioning from the end of the autumn term to the beginning of the spring term and how to ensure we retain our current volunteers and encourage others to join
- The volume of emails from mailing list subscriptions in the education governance space and managing your inboxes to avoid overload and overwhelm - how to implement filtering practices to determine what to action and when to respond
- How organisations can manage their mailing lists and consider different email marketing and email communication strategies - Emailing services implementing stricter regulations
- How to take back control - creating and upholding (digital) boundaries; communicating during your own working hours; setting up protected time and space incl. using the Do Not Disturb feature on your devices to manage reactions to notifications
- Improving self awareness: Evaluating self, having standards and resetting your habits to make progress forward, incl. learning styles, communication styles, chairing skills
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners.
Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
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National Black Governors Network (NBGN) - https://nbgn.co.uk/
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Email: thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
Twitter (@thegovernorspod)
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Instagram (@thegovernorspodcast)
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Facebook (@thegovernorspodcast)
https://www.facebook.com/thegovernorspodcast/
#TheGovernorsPodcast
YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Member of the Joint Advisory Education and Safeguarding Group of a MAT; LGB Committee Chair for Teaching and Learning; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub/Knowledge
https://governorhub.com/ | https://thehoot.news/
Current release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode) we are joined by a guest speaker;
- Shekeila Scarlett, an Operations Manager for Transport for London and one of the youngest Chair of Governors in the country, governing at the only maintained secondary school in Hackney
To discuss;
- Personal experience of the UK education system and the impact on life and career, incl. school bullying, the process of permanent exclusions from the perspective of the child, and appealing decisions at a Pupil Disciplinary Committee (PDC)
- Getting exclusion panels right, from the support for the parent and to ensuring representation - improving awareness, accessibility and advocacy
- The value of your lived experience and empowering young people to become governors - Why we need to diversify the current age profile of those in education governance space
- The journey to becoming a chair of a governing board in education at 26 - different ways of transitioning into the role incl. being an Associate Member, taking on a Co-opted Governor position
- From triggers and imposter syndrome to going viral and taking ownership of a new narrative
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners.
Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
National Association of Schools and College Clerks (NASCC) - https://www.nascc.co.uk/
National Black Governors Network (NBGN) - https://nbgn.co.uk/
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Email: thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
Twitter (@thegovernorspod)
https://twitter.com/TheGovernorsPod
Instagram (@thegovernorspodcast)
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Facebook (@thegovernorspodcast)
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#TheGovernorsPodcast
YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Committee Chair for Teaching and Learning; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub/Knowledge
https://governorhub.com/ | https://thehoot.news/
Current release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode) we are joined by a guest speaker;
- Paula Thorne, currently serving as a parent governor and EDI link governor at a primary school which has recently (as of 2023) received an Ofsted rating of ‘Outstanding’ in all categories
To discuss;
- Being and championing parent governors
- When Ofsted arrives after over a decade, at the end of an academic year (summer term)
- How to prepare for an Ofsted inspection as an individual and as a governing board, including training and being up-to-date on all key areas such as Safeguarding, SEND, Teaching and Learning, Mental Health and well-being
- Which and how many governors from the board to involve in an Ofsted visit
- Tips for improving language and perceptions in school
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners.*We apologise for the audio quality dipping, for approx. 1min, midway through the episode for our guest.
Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
National Association of Schools and College Clerks (NASCC) - https://www.nascc.co.uk/
National Black Governors Network (NBGN) - https://nbgn.co.uk/
CONNECT WITH US
Email: thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
Twitter (@thegovernorspod)
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Instagram (@thegovernorspodcast)
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Facebook (@thegovernorspodcast)
https://www.facebook.com/thegovernorspodcast/
#TheGovernorsPodcast
YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Committee Chair for Teaching and Learning; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions @Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub/Knowledge
https://governorhub.com/ | https://thehoot.news/
Current release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode) we discuss;
- Attending conferences and events in the Education sector - When and where do they take place? Who organises/hosts/delivers them? What can governors, trustees, clerks and governance professionals, senior leaders and others gain from these?
- How governance conferences differ from governor training
- Boost your Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and make the most of any opportunity to improve your practices
- Your presence whilst in attendance - Toggling between being a public speaker and being a delegate (present to listen and learn)
- The value of networking and making connections but understanding your capacity and balance
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners.
Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
National Association of Schools and College Clerks (NASCC) - https://www.nascc.co.uk/
National Black Governors Network (NBGN) - https://nbgn.co.uk/
CONNECT WITH US
Email: thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
Twitter (@thegovernorspod)
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Instagram (@thegovernorspodcast)
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Facebook (@thegovernorspodcast)
https://www.facebook.com/thegovernorspodcast/
#TheGovernorsPodcast
YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Committee Chair for Teaching and Learning; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions @Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub/Knowledge
https://governorhub.com/ | https://thehoot.news/
Current release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode) we begin Season 4 and a new academic year with a guest speaker;
- Nick Hudson, former CEO of Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT), joins us to discuss juggling operational and strategic leadership
- What does the role of a CEO of a 40+ schools Multi-Academy Trust look like?
- The recruitment process of a MAT Chief Executive - Are there key skills and qualities to keep in mind?
- Navigating the communication channels and relationships between all stakeholders, ensuring local governors feel connected within the whole trust - How does the size of the trust and its geographical spread impact this? What are the concerns and benefits of schools joining a trust?
- Reflecting on years of service to Education and life after decades in the sector
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners.
Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
National Association of Schools and College Clerks (NASCC) - https://www.nascc.co.uk/
National Black Governors Network (NBGN) - https://nbgn.co.uk/
CONNECT WITH US
Email: thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
Twitter (@thegovernorspod)
https://twitter.com/TheGovernorsPod
Instagram (@thegovernorspodcast)
https://www.instagram.com/thegovernorspodcast/
Facebook (@thegovernorspodcast)
https://www.facebook.com/thegovernorspodcast/
#TheGovernorsPodcast
YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Committee Chair for Teaching and Learning; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions @Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub/Knowledge
https://governorhub.com/ | https://thehoot.news/
Current release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode) we discuss;
- The finale of Season 3 of this podcast and its recent achievement, ranked No.4 out of 70 for the Best UK Education podcasts across 1000s - https://blog.feedspot.com/uk_education_podcasts/
- An email from a listener about the experiences of being a young governor on governing boards
- How the education space is changing based on influences such as technology, digital and artificial intelligence (AI), and the benefits of having the right people in governance structures to contribute to and navigate the shifting landscape
- The Department for Education’s letter to governors and trustees of secondary schools about GCSE and A Level qualification results 2023 - https://tinyurl.com/3vbch6mx (Dr Jo Saxton, Chief Regulator of Ofqual)
- Ensuring narrative is included with performance data. Here’s a summary of the timeline of qualification results for exam year students: 2019 = last year of external examinations and national grading before the COVID pandemic, 2020 = Centre Assessed Grades (CAGs), 2021 = Teacher Assessed Grades (TAGs), 2022 = first year back to external examinations with inflated/adjusted national grading, 2023 = return to pre-pandemic national grading
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners.
Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
National Association of Schools and College Clerks (NASCC) - https://www.nascc.co.uk/
National Black Governors Network (NBGN) - https://nbgn.co.uk/
CONNECT WITH US
Email: thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
Twitter (@thegovernorspod)
https://twitter.com/TheGovernorsPod
Instagram (@thegovernorspodcast)
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Facebook (@thegovernorspodcast)
https://www.facebook.com/thegovernorspodcast/
#TheGovernorsPodcast
YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Professional Clerk; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Committee Chair for Teaching and Learning; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions @Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub/Knowledge
https://governorhub.com/ | https://thehoot.news/
Current release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode) we discuss;
- How to give and receive constructive criticism - Being a critical friend
- How environments can influence how you show up - The significance of preparing for meetings to avoid awkward silences
- Navigating different personalities and delivery styles when communicating
- What are your barriers to success and/or progression? Suggestions and considerations for all in school governance - Be honest. Conduct meetings in favour of the governors and trustees. Claim travel expenses as appropriate. Do the best you can, with what you have.
- How to tap into the resources in your networks, including organisations in the community, teachers in training, and the clerk / governance professional
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners.
Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
National Association of Schools and College Clerks (NASCC) - https://www.nascc.co.uk/
National Black Governors Network (NBGN) - https://nbgn.co.uk/
CONNECT WITH US
Email: thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
Twitter (@thegovernorspod)
https://twitter.com/TheGovernorsPod
Instagram (@thegovernorspodcast)
https://www.instagram.com/thegovernorspodcast/
Facebook (@thegovernorspodcast)
https://www.facebook.com/thegovernorspodcast/
#TheGovernorsPodcast
YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Professional Clerk; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Committee Chair for Teaching and Learning; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions @Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub/Knowledge
https://governorhub.com/ | https://thehoot.news/
Current release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode) we discuss;
- The change in intensity throughout the academic year - Are you always crawling or counting down to the next school holidays?
- How to better understand ‘Apologies’ for meetings - and learning not to feel guilty if you need to say ‘No’ or take a step away
- Balancing commitments and priorities can feel like spinning plates
- The significance of a thorough Induction process and how it supports retention strategies
- Communicating with the Clerk to Governors or Governance Professional for your Governing Board
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners.
Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
National Association of Schools and College Clerks (NASCC) - https://www.nascc.co.uk/
National Black Governors Network (NBGN) - https://nbgn.co.uk/
Mentioned: Governors for Schools https://governorsforschools.org.uk/
CONNECT WITH US
Email: thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
Twitter (@thegovernorspod)
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Instagram (@thegovernorspodcast)
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Facebook (@thegovernorspodcast)
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TheGovernorsPodcast
YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Professional Clerk; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Committee Chair for Teaching and Learning; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub and GovernorHub Knowledge (previously known as The Key for School Governors)
https://governorhub.com/ | https://schoolgovernors.thekeysupport.com/ | https://thehoot.news/
Release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
Happy 2023! For today's Single Item Agenda (episode) we discuss;
- The matrix of answering the question “What do you do?” Spotlight yourself!
- Opening up the dialogue about ‘Governance’ within your current circles - personal and professional, with family members, friends and coworkers
- What does volunteering look like? How does education/school governance show up in that category?
- Team building can be about learning more about your team members - Connect with your governor and trustee colleagues about your other skills, knowledge and expertise too
- Highlight 21st Century skill sets more incl. digital literacy, social media and technology
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners.
Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
National Association of Schools and College Clerks (NASCC) - https://www.nascc.co.uk/
National Black Governors Network (NBGN) - https://nbgn.co.uk/
Mentioned: Governors for Schools https://governorsforschools.org.uk/
CONNECT WITH US
Email: thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
Twitter (@thegovernorspod)
https://twitter.com/TheGovernorsPod
Instagram (@thegovernorspodcast)
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Facebook (@thegovernorspodcast)
https://www.facebook.com/thegovernorspodcast/
TheGovernorsPodcast
YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Professional Clerk; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Committee Chair for Teaching and Learning; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub and GovernorHub Knowledge (previously known as The Key for School Governors)
https://governorhub.com/ | https://schoolgovernors.thekeysupport.com/ | https://thehoot.news/
Release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
To celebrate 10,000+ downloads / listens in less than 2 years, for today's Single Item Agenda (episode) we share/respond to comments and questions we’ve received from you, our listeners.
We want to thank you all, with special mention of messages from;
- Paula - Ideas for EDI / DEI / D&I in schools and academies, and a Link Governor Role Description
- James - Governance Can Be “Stuffy” But Fresh Voices Make A Difference To The Lives Of Children, The School Community and Future Generations
- Marleen - Being Sensitive To The Complexities Of Finance (incl. Budgets, Funding Pots, Staff Pay Award vs. Pay Progression, Savings)
- Iain - How To Best Engage With Your Stakeholders (specifically the Parent Community) and Boost Participation With Communications; Using Principles From The Private Sector; What’s Your Governing Board’s Strategic Plan? Planning Your First/Next External Review of Governance
- Andy - Learning, Applying and Evolving On Your Governance Journey; The Podcast Is A Training Resource For Continuous Personal and Professional Development
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners. Enjoy the rest of 2022, the festive holiday season and we'll be back in the New Year!
Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
Open Events for Diversifying your Governing Boards - https://event.webinarjam.com/register/16/lg8wyiv
National Association of Schools and College Clerks (NASCC) - https://www.nascc.co.uk/
National Black Governors Network (NBGN) - https://nbgn.co.uk/
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#TheGovernorsPodcast
YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Professional Clerk; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Committee Chair for Teaching and Learning; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited | https://educationgovernancesolutions.com/
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub and The Key for School Governors
https://governorhub.com/ | https://schoolgovernors.thekeysupport.com/ | https://thehoot.news/
Current release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode) we discuss;
- The Schedule of Meeting Dates and Times - From Meetings During School Day To Evenings After The Standard Work Hours
- Do Meeting Times, Location and Durations Create Barriers For Entry, Retention and/or Progression?
- Implementing Reviews For A Holistic View Of The Governing Board(s)
- How Do Companies and Organisations Handle Their Employees’ Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Commitments
- Our Boards Are Strategic Not Static, So Be Mindful Of What’s The Best Approach and Practice For The Governors / Trustees In Your Governance Space
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners.
Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
Open Events for Diversifying your Governing Boards - https://event.webinarjam.com/register/16/lg8wyiv
National Association of Schools and College Clerks (NASCC) - https://www.nascc.co.uk/
National Black Governors Network (NBGN) - https://nbgn.co.uk/
CONNECT WITH US
Email: thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
Twitter (@thegovernorspod)
https://twitter.com/TheGovernorsPod
Instagram (@thegovernorspodcast)
https://www.instagram.com/thegovernorspodcast/
Facebook (@thegovernorspodcast)
https://www.facebook.com/thegovernorspodcast/
#TheGovernorsPodcast
YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Professional Clerk; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Committee Chair for Teaching and Learning; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions @Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub and The Key for School Governors
https://governorhub.com/ | https://schoolgovernors.thekeysupport.com/ | https://thehoot.news/
Current release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode) we kickstart Season 3 and discuss;
- How To Navigate The Strategic vs. Operational Landscape At A Governing Board Level
- The New Suspensions and Exclusions Guidance (September 2022) and Appreciating The Process For Those Writing Policies
- Asking Questions and Setting Plans For Yourself As An Individual Governor/Trustee First
- Wearing Different Hats and Stepping Into The Shoes of Others (Inside vs. Outside The Education Space)
- Uncapped Terms of Offices - In This Okay? How Can We Better Prepare For Vacancies? (A Football Team Has More Than 11 Players)
Thank you for tuning into our show. We appreciate you, our listeners.
Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
Open Events for Diversifying your Governing Boards - https://event.webinarjam.com/register/16/lg8wyiv
National Association of Schools and College Clerks (NASCC) - https://www.nascc.co.uk/
National Black Governors Network (NBGN) - https://nbgn.co.uk/
CONNECT WITH US
Email: thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
Twitter (@thegovernorspod)
https://twitter.com/TheGovernorsPod
Instagram (@thegovernorspodcast)
https://www.instagram.com/thegovernorspodcast/
Facebook (@thegovernorspodcast)
https://www.facebook.com/thegovernorspodcast/
#TheGovernorsPodcast
YOUR HOSTS:
Sharon Warmington (School Governor; Professional Clerk; Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner)
Olivia D Hinds (Committee Chair for Teaching and Learning; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor)
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
The Governors' Podcast (TGP) is a brand of Education Governance Solutions @Limited
TGP is sponsored by GovernorHub and The Key for School Governors
https://governorhub.com/ | https://schoolgovernors.thekeysupport.com/ | https://thehoot.news/
Current release schedule: Term time Wednesdays @ 7am (approx. 1-2 per month).
TGP defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork and Production - Onevma Limited
Theme Music - Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode) we wrap up Season 2 and discuss;
- The Visibility, Voices and Value of Clerks and Governance Professionals
- Clerks Are Fundamental In The Coordination and Execution of Good Governance Practice and Procedure, incl. Exclusion Panels, Staff Complaints Committees, Appeals, as well as All The Other Meetings and Movements of Governors and Trustees across multiple Schools and Academies
- Reviewing the Pay and Remuneration of the Clerking Services Required and Received
- Managing Expectations of the Clerking Role and Remit of Responsibilities - incl. Turnaround Time for Minutes, Developing Relationships, Advising and Navigating Unique Settings
- A Plea for Acknowledgment and Recognition - Clerks Go Above and Beyond For Us, Let’s Express Gratitude By Saying “Thank You” To Them and Have It Minuted As Appropriate
- Safe Places For Clerks - The National Association of School and College Clerks (NASCC - https://www.nascc.co.uk/) and the Facebook group (Clerks to Governors UK)
We thank you and appreciate you for listening to this episode, and for engaging with our podcast for another season of education governance discussions. Onto Season 3 from September 2022 with more guest speakers and further enriched conversations about governance in and for our schools and academy trusts. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
Diversify your governing boards, specifically in terms of age, visit: https://educationgovernancesolutions.com/transforming-students/
Check out our sponsors:
GovernorHub - https://governorhub.com/
The Key for School Governors - https://schoolgovernors.thekeysupport.com/
The Hoot - https://thehoot.news/
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To contact us via email (comments, queries or to share your stories):
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YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governor's Podcast launched in February 2021
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited (sponsored by GovernorHub and The Key for School Governors)
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 1-2 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode) we invite our FIRST special guest, and discuss;
- Different Places and Resources To Become More Informed About Governance in Education, ie. The Hoot - https://thehoot.news/
- Education Governance Needs To Go Beyond The Sector and Recognising the CPD Opportunities - What Is The Profile Of Governance In Wider Society? How Much Is Truly Understood and How Do We Continue To Change / Evolve To Meet The Needs Of The Current Climate?
- The Humanity Side In Governance : A Call for Marcus Rashford; Establishing and Leveraging Relational Capital - Making Connections and Using The Voices and Stories Of The People To Galvanise Support
- How Volunteering In Other Areas (ie. Parkrun) Builds Transferable Skills and The Significance Of Choosing Our Language Carefully - Investing Time, Adding Value And Making A Difference - Are We Really “Giving Up Our Time?”
- Highlighting and Uplifting Headteachers and Senior Leadership Teams - How School Leaders Can Best Work With Governing Boards and What The Strategic Level / Body Can Do To Better Share Responsibility (ie. Marketing, Recruitment, Understanding, Retention)
A massive thank you to our special guest: Jo Phillips - Marketing Manager at GovernorHub and The Key for School Governors
We appreciate you listening to this episode. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
GovernorHub - https://governorhub.com/
The Key for School Governors - https://schoolgovernors.thekeysupport.com/
‘Wellbeing webinar with Vic Goddard’ - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWsv8ZL5ziw
Interested in diversifying your boards and governing bodies, specifically in terms of age, visit Education Governance Solutions - Transforming Students: https://educationgovernancesolutions.com/transforming-students/
CONNECT WITH US
To contact us via email (comments, queries or to share your stories):
thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
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YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governor's Podcast launched in February 2021
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited (sponsored by GovernorHub and The Key for School Governors)
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 1-2 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- What Are The 9 Protected Characteristics of the Equality Act 2010?
- Speaking From Lived Experiences
- The Importance of Representation - How You Can Attract, Find and Recruit Diverse Governors Who Feel A Connection To Your Environment / School Community - What You Say vs. What You Do… Matters!
- Diversity Begins With The Mind - How Do You Think? How Do You Navigate the World?
- Steven Bartlett quote: The person who makes you smarter isn’t always the smartest one in the room. Often it’s the most curious one in the room. “Why do we do that?” Leads you to question old assumptions. “What is?” Opens your eyes to new possibilities. Inquisitive people are catalysts for learning.
We appreciate you listening to this episode. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
Interested in diversifying your boards and governing bodies, specifically in terms of age, visit Education Governance Solutions - Transforming Students: https://educationgovernancesolutions.com/transforming-students/
'We need more school governors who look like me' BBC News Article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-60912316
GovernorHub / The Key’s Report: https://schoolgovernors.thekeysupport.com/the-governing-body/recruitment-and-competence/recruit-missing-talent-resources-help-you-tackle-diversity-your-board/?marker=full-search-q-recruit%20missing%20talent-result-1
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To contact us via email (comments, queries or to share your stories):
thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
To follow us on social media:
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To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governor's Podcast launched in February 2021
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 1-2 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- The Importance and Necessity of Diversity of Age On Boards and Governing Bodies - Bringing The Boardroom Into The 21st Century, By Having Younger People Around The Table Who Bring The Lived Experience
- Understanding the Difference Between Culture-Add and Culture-Fit
- How To Include The Student Voice In Strategic Spaces To Better Serve Them In Today’s World From The Top Down
- Thinking About The Journey of the Child Through The Education Sector - In Which Year Were You Born? In Which Decades Were You Educated?
- Challenging The Barriers To Entry Given That Being 18+ Is The Only Stipulated Requirement: Age Is More Than A Number… It Is Also Generational Representation, Attitude, Professionalism and Experiences
We appreciate you listening to this episode. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
Interested in diversifying your boards and governing bodies, specifically in terms of age, visit Education Governance Solutions - Transforming Students: https://educationgovernancesolutions.com/transforming-students/
'We need more school governors who look like me' BBC News Article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-60912316
GovernorHub / The Key’s Report: https://schoolgovernors.thekeysupport.com/the-governing-body/recruitment-and-competence/recruit-missing-talent-resources-help-you-tackle-diversity-your-board/?marker=full-search-q-recruit%20missing%20talent-result-1
CONNECT WITH US
To contact us via email (comments, queries or to share your stories):
thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
To follow us on social media:
Instagram - @thegovernorspodcast
Facebook - @thegovernorspodcast
Twitter - @thegovernorspod
To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governor's Podcast launched in February 2021
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 1-2 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- Kickstarting A Diversity Mini Series and The Importance of Recognising, Honouring and Representing Difference (Protected Characteristics) - Let’s Have More Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governors As Mandatory Roles with a Role Description
- Understanding That Your Lived Experiences Heavily Contribute To What You Can Speak On
- The Passive Use Of The Term “Minority” - What's The True Context of a School / Academy?
- Shocking Statistics About Diversity Levels Amongst the 300,000+ UK School Governors
- What Schools Must - Should - Could Do: Do A Diversity Audit Which Includes your Reality - your Actions - your Culture - your Education
We appreciate you listening to this episode. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
Reference: The Race Equality Code - Dr Karl George MBE - https://theracecode.org/
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Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governor's Podcast launched in February 2021
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 1-2 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- The Myth of Requiring An Accountancy Background To Be A Member of the Finance Committee and/or Justifiably Participating In Discussions About The School’s Budget and Financial Activities
- Understanding The Money Management From The Inside - It’s Really Just Income and Expenditure But Narrative Is Also Necessary
- The Timescales For Drafting The Budget In Maintained Schools (Financial Year vs the Academic Year for Academies)
- How To Navigate Committee Meetings, Even The Ones You’re Not On
- Financial Probity Is A Key Element Of Good Governance Practice - How Are You Upholding Your Duties?
We appreciate you listening to this episode. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
CONNECT WITH US
To contact us via email (comments, queries or to share your stories):
thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
To follow us on social media:
Instagram - @thegovernorspodcast
Facebook - @thegovernorspodcast
Twitter - @thegovernorspod
To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governor's Podcast launched in February 2021
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 1-2 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- The Importance of Having a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Checking Cycle - How Long Is Too Long Without A New One?
- What Does Your Code of Conduct Say and Are Your Upholding It?
- Actual Barriers vs. Perceived Barriers - The Fear of The Past Haunting Present Day Opportunities To Give Back… Know For Certain!
- Ensuring Your Safeguarding Link Governor Is Clued Up - Understanding the Single Central Record (SCR) Process and Practice
- Transparency and Taking Responsibility Is Vital
We appreciate you listening to this episode. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
CONNECT WITH US
To contact us via email (comments, queries or to share your stories):
thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
To follow us on social media:
Instagram - @thegovernorspodcast
Facebook - @thegovernorspodcast
Twitter - @thegovernorspod
To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governor's Podcast launched in February 2021
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- "NEW YEAR, NEW ....." What's The Difference Between a School's Mission, Ethos, Vision, Purpose, Intent/Identity and Values? (Reference: Leigh Cowan 2019's MEVPIV) and The Increasing Importance of Embedding ESG = Environmental, Social and Governance
- Thinking of the Lifespan Of The Child
- What We Can Do, As Governors, To Support Schools With Goal-Setting: Using The MUST, the SHOULDs and the COULDs Model (Reference: Dr. Karl George MBE)
- How The Generational Shifts in Students and Their Parents Will Influence and Could Impact The Schools They Choose In The Next 5-10 Years - Strategically Selecting Where You Become A Governor
- Using Feedback to Feedforward (ie. Looking At Entries and Exits Differently)
We appreciate you listening to this episode. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
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To contact us via email (comments, queries or to share your stories):
thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
To follow us on social media:
Instagram - @thegovernorspodcast
Facebook - @thegovernorspodcast
Twitter - @thegovernorspod
To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governor's Podcast launched in February 2021
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- What Is Your/Others’ Personality Types? How well do you know and understand yourself, first?
- Addressing Diversity In Its Broadest Sense
- How To Be Engaged In Different Meeting Setups (Cameras On vs Cameras Off)
- Understanding The Characteristics Around The Table In Governance (Dr Karl George MBE)
- Culture Shifts With Every Little Change
We appreciate you listening to this episode. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
Wishing you all a happy and healthy festive season. See you in the New Year 2022.
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To contact us via email (comments, queries or to share your stories):
thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
To follow us on social media:
Instagram - @thegovernorspodcast
Facebook - @thegovernorspodcast
Twitter - @thegovernorspod
To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- What Is The True Purpose of a Vice Chair? -
- Attendance and Apologies In Relation To Chairs
- Managing Limiting Beliefs Around Self-Nominations and The ‘Courteous’ Process for Nominating Someone Else - Is Change Needed? Do You Have The Confidence To Nominate Someone?
- The Relationship Between the Chair and Vice-Chair: What’s okay and What’s NOT okay?
- How To Make Better Use of The Vice Chair Position
*Please note that this is Part 2 of 2 around the topic of Chairs and Vice Chairs.
We appreciate you listening to this episode. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
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To contact us via email (comments, queries or to share your stories):
thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
To follow us on social media:
Instagram - @thegovernorspodcast
Facebook - @thegovernorspodcast
Twitter - @thegovernorspod
To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- Considering The Mobility (of lack thereof) of Chairs, ie. Assumed and or Automatic Re-elections
- How The Chair and Vice Chair Duo Can Be Developed For Succession Planning
- The Characteristics and Personalities of Chairs - Is There A Specific / Desirable Profile?
- Chairs Lead The Board (Strategic Body) but They Are Not The Whole Governance Structure
- The Weight of the Role and Responsibilities and Planning Your Route To The Seat
*Please note that this is Part 1 of 2 around the topic of Chairs and Vice Chairs.
We appreciate you listening to this episode. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
CONNECT WITH US
To contact us via email (comments, queries or to share your stories):
thegovernorspodcast@gmail.com
To follow us on social media:
Instagram - @thegovernorspodcast
Facebook - @thegovernorspodcast
Twitter - @thegovernorspod
To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- Understanding the Clerk’s Role and Responsibilities
- Clerking Is So Much More Than Minute-Taking For Meetings - But Minutes Are Still Very Important, So Please Read Them and Feedback!
- Developing Professional Relationships Between The Individuals In Governance Spaces
- Being The Nucleus - The Truth and Realities Of A Clerk’s Life
- What Resources Exist To Support Clerks? www.nascc.co.uk - The National Association of School and College Clerks (NASCC)
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Note: Our reference to ‘Clerks’ also includes Governance Professionals and Company Secretaries.
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YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- The Purpose of The Skills Audit - What Is It and What Does It Include?
- Does The Skills Audit Truly Reflect The Skills Around The Table? How To Make Our Use of the Skills Audit More Useful - Is Training Required For It?
- The Limitations of the Skills Audit - Who and What Does It Exclude?
- Using Case Studies To Highlight The Gaps In The Skills Audit and The Great Impact That A Relevant, Accurate and Regularly Updated Skills Audit Can Have
- How To Challenge and Change The Skills Audit To Make It More Fit-For-Purpose in Today’s World
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Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- Are Governor Visits Mandatory?
- How To Record and Report On Visits At Meetings
- Creating A Strategic Plan / Schedule, Involving All Governors and Why That Could Help Everyone
- Knowing What Governor Visits Entail and What The Expectations Are - You’re Not Ofsted, So You’re Not There To Inspect
- Examples Of Positive and Negative Approaches
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Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
To kickstart Season 2 (and the academic year 2021 / 22) in today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- The Annual Mammoth Task of Coordinating and Completing Paperwork (from Declarations of Interests to Related Party Transaction Forms, DBS checks included?)
- What Do You Actually Declare On The Forms? Why Is It Important?
- Examples of Platforms That Support The Management Process, ie. GovernorHub
- How Clerks and Governance Professionals Can Influence and Lead in This Area
- When To Declare A Conflict in a Meeting?
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To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- Understanding Your Target Audience and Choosing The Right Platform To Connect
- Our Community of Listeners Out There - We Wanted To Acknowledge You and Thank You!
- Any Favourite Episodes Or Moments? What Have We Learned From This Season?
- Plans For The Future (ie. Upcoming Seasons Of The Show - What Topics Will We Discuss Next?)
- How You Can Monitor and Measure Your Governing Body Journey
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To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- Writing, Updating and Approving Policies - Which Ones Are Statutory? (See Department for Education website) What Is The Cycle or Schedule for Review and Ratification? Who Has Designated Responsibility / Oversight?
- Challenge, Congratulate and Influence Change From The Top-Down: How To Approach and Discuss Policies In Meetings
- How Inclusive Are Your Policies? Example of a 25 Year Old Uniform Policy Finally Brought Into The 21st Century, With Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At The Centre (The Student Voice Was Heard)
- The Purpose, Power and Best Practice of Policies - Do You Read Them? Understand Them? Or Are You Passive With Them?
- The Use Of Policies In Panels, such as the Behaviour Policy for Exclusions
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Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- What Is Training and Our Relationship With It? incl. Habits, Confessions, Sharing Best Practice and Strategies
- Styles Of Delivery Affect The Learning Process - How Engaging Is The Training? Ensure Relevance, and Measure The Impact of Training (Feedback/Feedforward Opportunities)
- Timescales - Training Throughout The Academic Year and The Governor Life Cycle
- Knowing The Audience When Creating Training - Be Inclusive and Representative Of Diverse Backgrounds and Society Today!
- How To Hold Yourself And Your Colleagues Accountable
We appreciate you listening to this episode. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
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To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- How Do You View And Rate “Being A School Governor”?
- The Visibility of School Governance - Let’s Talk About Governance More and Make It Attractive (Goal: Oversubscription)
- How Effective Is Your Communication, About Governance, With The Changing Generations In The School Community and Wider Society? (ie. Do You Have A Stakeholder Plan? Do You Know That Gen Z and Gen Alpha Are The Students and Gen Y / Millennials Are The Newest Parents?)
- Governors Came To The Space With Skills - Let’s Put Some Respect On That; School Governors Do Other Things
- Clerks Live and Breathe Governance All Year Around - Term Time Is Only A Percentage
We appreciate you listening to this episode. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
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Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- The Importance Of Planning Your Exit Before You Enter The Space
- Be Careful With Becoming Too Comfortable / Complacent
- How Long Is Too Long As A School Governor In The Same School? Succession Planning Starts With The Number of Terms of Office (or Years) A Governor Intends To Serve A School / Academy
- Recognising Your Value And Sharing It In More Places Than One
- How To Learn and Grow Continuously
We appreciate you listening to this episode. Please rate, review and subscribe to our podcast.
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To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- Meetings Are Not Social Gatherings And Governor Visits Are To Be Considered Separately
- Challenging The Language “When We Go Back To (Normal)…”
- The Realties and Practicalities Of Face-to-Face (F2F) Meetings vs. Virtual Meetings That Are Not Being Talked About Enough - Have You Consulted Your Governors or Simply Assumed How Meetings Are To Be Conducted?
- Setting and Upholding Boundaries For Personal Wellbeing
- What Are You Prepared To Do To Recruit and Retain The Governors That You Need? Are Hybrid Meetings A Viable Option For The Future?
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To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- Zoom, Microsoft Teams or Google Meets - What Say You?
- Virtual Meeting Etiquette - Please Mute Your Mic and Cut Your Camera, As Appropriate!
- Calendar Invites - Is This A “Do” or “Don’t” ?!
- Which Governor Platforms Do You Use and What Features Do You Like incl. Annotations and Electronic Voting? (BoardPacks vs. BoardEffects, GovernorHub, FireFly, Convene)
- How To Set Goals and Accomplish Them
DISCLAIMER: Please note that none of the portals/platforms, governor-support or governor-resources organisations mentioned in this recording have sponsored this episode. All commentary throughout this recording is genuine, personal opinion. Please be advised to do your own research before engaging or carrying out transactions with any of these companies.
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Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- Printed Papers vs. Electronic Papers
- Warning New Governors About The Length of Papers During The Induction Process
- Tips for Clerks / Governance Professionals and Contributors To The Papers
- Letting The Agenda Be Your Guide - Note Items For Discussion, Decision or Information
- Consideration, Efficiency and Communication Are Key
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To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- Contrast of Settings, Spectrum of Characters
- Keeping Governance Interesting For You
- You Are Choosing The School, As Much As It Is Choosing You
- Where Should You Be A School Governor (Next)?
- Widening Your Exposure and Scope
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To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- Knowing The Different Categories of Governors: Maintained Schools vs. Academies
- Campaigning For Teachers / Support Staff Who Aspire To Leadership To Become Governors In Other Schools
- Being a Parent Governor
- Who Appoints Governors, particularly in Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs)?
- Vacancies and Elections / Appointment Process
DISCLAIMER: Please note that the categories discussed in this recording have been generalised, and individuals are encouraged to refer their school/academy/trusts governing documents, as necessary.
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To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- Patterns in Governors’ Attendance
- When Someone Is Present but Absent At The Same Time
- Accepting Apologies vs. Noting Apologies
- Best Practice for Apologies and Good Governance In General
- Is Being A Governor All About ‘Status’ For Some People?
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To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- Governor Recruitment - The Struggle Is Real
- The No. of Meetings and Everything Else - There’s More To It Than The Meetings
- Consider the Clerk’s Contributions and Coordination Too!
- Focussing On The Time vs. Focussing On Your “Why”
- The Time of Meetings Affects Different Stakeholders Differently
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To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- Knowing What to, When to, How to Ask Questions and To Whom
- How To Prepare Questions In Advance
- Exercising The Responsibility of Accountability and Remaining Strategic
- Clarifying All/Any Abbreviations
- How Questions May Vary From One Meeting To The Next (Autumn vs. Spring Term, Committee vs. Local Governing Body)
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YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer
For today's Single Item Agenda (episode), we discuss;
- What It Really Means To Be "The Only One In The Room"
- How To Embrace Standing Out and Take Responsibility
- Recognising The Makeup Of The Governing Body/Board and Knowing What Makes You 'The Only One' (ie. new vs. experienced governors, age, specialisms, race, gender, etc.)
- Ways To Navigate The Space As A New Governor
- Dealing With 'Cliques' (pre-established social groups)
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To help us find you:
Use the hashtags #TheGovernorsPodcast and #SingleItemAgenda
YOUR HOSTS
Sharon Warmington
--> School Governor, Professional Clerk and Qualified Corporate Governance Practitioner
Olivia D Hinds
--> Chair of a Teaching and Learning Committee, Safeguarding Link Governor and Diversity and Inclusion Link Governor
ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Governors' Podcast is a brand of Education Governance Solutions Limited
The current release schedule is Wednesdays @ 7am during term time (approx. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.
Artwork by Onevma Limited
Produced by Onevma Productions
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer