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facing the world of education

The world of education is dynamic and constantly evolving. It is a sector where the only consistent can sometimes be the people driving change and delivering outcomes.

By sharing thinking and discussing the key issues that are facing us, we can help shape the future – not just respond to it.

Featured News & Blogs

Academies – it is still OK to ask what they are?

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In terms of the education landscape, academies are no longer a new phenomenon. However, some schools are only just having the discussions about academisation -  and there are still lots of people who don’t fully understand their purpose…

Advisory Group to “fill void” and challenge for sector led rethink of school recruitment

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A team of high-profile educationalists are teaming up to help support and better inform how senior leaders in the education sector are recruited. It is hoped that the Advisory Group, who have been brought together by Satis Education, will draw…

We Can Never Be Employers of Choice Until We Promote Being a Sector of Choice

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There’s a huge focus across the education sector about how we become employers of choice. However, I don’t believe we can ever become employers of choice until we operate in a sector of choice. As education leaders, before we can begin…

Recommended News and Blogs

The Role of an Investigation Officer

The role of an Investigation Officer is critically important, where the duty of care to pupils, staff, and the broader community is paramount. From an HR perspective, this position plays a central role in safeguarding integrity, promoting fairness…

Calling All Young Artists!

Here at Satis Education, we are setting a challenge for young artists in KS3-KS5 in the Liverpool City Region – to create a piece of artwork inspired by our company motto: “Bringing Great People Together” How you interpret that is completely…

Change for the better, not just for change’s sake?

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Accountability is never far from the headlines; however, the beginning of this year has seen a flurry of new announcements and changes. We've seen some key developments - not only in terms of changes to Ofsted inspections of schools (and soon,…

“A critical moment for the sector” – Satis host important debate to bring great people together

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Satis Education brought together over 80 senior figures from across the education sector to discuss what the future has in store in schools. The event saw Estelle Morris, the former Secretary of State for Education, and Sam Freedman, political…

Working in Education – Our Survey Said…

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Recently I contacted some colleagues and asked why they had chosen to work in education. And without sounding like I’m presenting Family Fortunes their top answers included: It’s more than just a job – you get the chance to make…

Academies – it is still OK to ask what they are?

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In terms of the education landscape, academies are no longer a new phenomenon. However, some schools are only just having the discussions about academisation -  and there are still lots of people who don’t fully understand their purpose…

Safeguarding – how do you know you are practising what you preach?

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As educators, school staff and governors understand the importance of safeguarding their students, and almost all are committed to doing everything they can to create a safe and secure learning environment. However, with the constantly evolving…

Advisory Group to “fill void” and challenge for sector led rethink of school recruitment

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A team of high-profile educationalists are teaming up to help support and better inform how senior leaders in the education sector are recruited. It is hoped that the Advisory Group, who have been brought together by Satis Education, will draw…

Testing the waters…is the internal candidate the right candidate?

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When looking to appoint a CEO the first question that trustees often ask themselves is: ‘Do we have a suitable internal candidate?’ More often than not the answer to that question is ‘Yes.’  However, if they do answer ‘Yes’, then…