From September 2018, schools will no longer have to adhere to ‘disqualification by association’ rules. Under disqualification by association rules, individuals working with young children
A recent decision by the Court of Appeal has highlighted that employers need to look at the reasons behind an employee’s conduct. The case acts
Does a head teacher have to reveal a non romantic relationship with someone who has been convicted of making indecent images of children? This was
Many people believe in the old adage that ‘you don’t leave your company, you leave your manager’. All organisations want leaders who inspire and nurture
What employees do their in free time is normally none of your concern, but the game changes when you discover an employee has committed a
BLOG The High Court has issued an important reminder to employers that an employee’s suspension when investigating allegations of misconduct should not be adopted as
Running a school is a risky business. But just how do you define “risk”? By law schools must be run in ways that make sure
Teachers received more than £16 million in compensation during 2015 for injuries, stress and discrimination suffered at work. The figures, released by the teachers’ union
Apprentices have become an important part of the Government’s plans to encourage growth in the economy. In August it was announced that companies bidding for
This is an interesting case which looks at the responsibiliti es of a headteacher to disclose personal matters to the school and the governors. In
