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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.

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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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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’.

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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):
[email protected]

To follow us on social media:
Instagram - @thegovernorspodcast
Facebook - @thegovernorspodcast
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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’.

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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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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’.

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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?

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To contact us via email (comments, queries or to share your stories):
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To follow us on social media:
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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
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’.

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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):
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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. 2 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.

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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):
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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. 2-3 per month).
The Governors' Podcast defines its 'Seasons' by UK academic years (September to July) and the episodes are called ‘Agenda Items’.

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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 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 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’.

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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 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 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’.

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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):
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To follow us on social media:
Instagram - @thegovernorspodcast
Facebook - @thegovernorspodcast
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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 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’.

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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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To contact us via email (comments, queries or to share your stories):
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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 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’.

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Produced by Onevma Productions 
Theme Music by Hertz Beats, UK Producer