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Our Schools Blog brings you the latest insights and developments from the education industry. As well as expert analysis and advice, you’ll also find product demos and developments from our team. From the latest recruitment trends to staff training and retention, here you’ll find a range of useful information to help make your job easier.
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    Education Recruitment Agencies - The Pros & Cons

    For time pressured school leaders, using an education recruitment agency can be very appealing, especially in today's competitive job market. Finding the right talent for your school can be an extensive and daunting task to undergo.
    08 Nov 24
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    What is SEND and what does SEND in education mean?

    Discover the essentials about Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including what support is available to those with SEND, the support available to schools to help achieve the best outcomes for SEND pupils, and more.    
    06 Nov 24
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    Upskirting: What you need to know

    In this blog, we discuss the definition of upskirting, the upskirting laws that came into effect in 2019 and how conversations around consent and sexual harassment can prevent Upskirting.
    25 Sep 24
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    Tes SEND Show 2024

    Join us on the 11 & 12 October 2024 for the Tes SEND Show 2024. Returning to the award-winning Business Design Centre, this event promises two days of inspiration, collaboration, and groundbreaking solutions, all designed to elevate discussions surrounding special educational needs (SEND) to unprecedented levels.
    23 Sep 24
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    Behaviour: What UK educators could expect this year

    What might education staff face this year when it comes to behaviour? We take a look ahead at some of the challenges educators may face, the best practices already happening in schools and offer some of our own support.
    04 Sep 24
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    Keeping children safe in education 2024 updates

    The Department for Education (DfE) has published the Keeping children safe in education (KCSIE) guidance 2024, introducing important changes to safeguarding practices in schools and colleges across England.
    01 Sep 24
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    Raising awareness of child-on-child abuse

    Recent concerns about widespread sexual violence and harassment among children highlight the urgent need for schools to adopt a zero-tolerance policy and a supportive approach. Two-thirds of girls and young women have experienced sexual harassment in school, underscoring the importance of addressing and preventing such behaviour to ensure a safe environment for all students.
    08 Aug 24
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