The School Premises Handbook A Guide For Premises Staff Business Managers Headteachers And Governors

A handbook to inform school premises staff, business managers, headteachers and governors in England of their legal responsibilities around buildings compliance. As well as exploring the impact of school buildings and grounds on student learning, The School Premises Handbook covers the working environment, fire safety, health and safety, statutory compliance duties, planning for maintenance, risk assessments, energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, and managing and developing a premises team. Jo Marchant, a highly experienced head of estates, introduces key legislation, further information sources, and an action checklist. New premises staff will find a wealth of information, from what to do on their first day in the role to planning the year-long cycle of maintenance activities. More experienced premises staff will also gain plenty of useful insights. School business managers will find advice on managing premises staff and developing their school estate. Headteachers will be informed of their responsibilities for ensuring their schools are safe and compliant. And governors and trustees will learn how to hold school leadership to account.

Comprehensive and straightforward, this handbook will help headteachers rise to the many challenges facing them and provide guidance on approaches to effectively manage today's busy primary school.

This book is for those head teachers and governors who have recently taken on the responsibility of handling building work under the Local Management of Schools Scheme. The book sets out common sense rules on the appointment of contractors, monitoring and settling their final acounts. In particular it provides information on the current costs of building work together with details on budget estimating procedures. Ancilliary information on professional fees, VAT, a glossary of building terms and a section of model letters on a small painting contract are also included.

The guide is an essential resource for trainee teachers working towards the Teachers’ Standards for qualified teacher status (QTS). It also helps newly qualified teachers (NQTs) and more experienced teachers have an 'understanding of, and always act within, the statutory frameworks which set out their professional duties and responsibilities' Teachers' Standards. Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) and Teaching Assistants (TAs) working towards HLTA status will find the guide invaluable in developing knowledge of how 'other frameworks that support the development and well-being of children and young people impact upon their practice' HTLA Professional Standards.

The 'Handbook for Education Professionals: The Bristol Guide 2018/19' is written for all professionals working with children and young people in England. It provides guidance on the law and advice related to their professional responsibilities, duties and rights. It is also available in print, for further information see: www.bristol.ac.uk/education/expertiseandresources/bristolguide. It is an essential resource for initial teacher training (ITT) students working towards their qualified teacher status (QTS). It also helps newly qualified teachers (NQTs) and more experienced teachers have an 'understanding of, and always act within, the statutory frameworks which set out their professional duties and responsibilities' Teachers' Standards. Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) and Teaching Assistants (TAs) working towards HLTA status will find the guide invaluable in developing knowledge of how 'other frameworks that support the development and well-being of children and young people impact upon their practice' HTLA Professional Standards.

This practical and comprehensive book brings together guidance, advice and tips from school business leaders across the sector. Written by Hayley Dunn, in partnership with the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL).

'School Budget Mastery' is a comprehensive guide to help school leaders achieve a realistic budget and keep to it, providing a step by step process of preparing a budget and monitoring progress against it throughout the year. Suitable for existing, new and aspiring school leaders, it will help you grow in confidence and achieve financial success.