Governor and Clerk training and development ... - the Essex Clerks

Your Clerking JourneyWe recognise and highly value the professionalism of clerks across the county. The Certificateof Clerking is being introduced this year, to acknowledge their contribution and commitment tolearning and development.To achieve the Certificate, a clerk will need to attend the Clerks’ Induction training or theRefresher for Established Clerks, and at least two additional training sessions (which caninclude the clerks briefing sessions) during the school year.Clerks’ InductionThis session can be taken over four evenings or two days and will allow delegates tounderstand the key roles of the clerk, including:• how to set the agenda and best practice for writing the minutes• the administration and management of the governing body• when, what and how to give advice to governors• the support available to clerks in Essex• Refresher for Established ClerksThis course for experienced clerks has been designed to be lively and participative. Theobjectives are:• to refresh your knowledge and understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the clerk tothe governing body• to review your minute writing skills, taking into account the demands of Ofsted• to consider how to clerk ‘statutory’ meetings• to discuss how to manage tricky situations and manage conflict• to consider the support available to clerks in EssexNEW - Clerking a Pupil Disciplinary MeetingThis two hour, interactive session gives clerks the opportunity to understand the currentguidance on pupil discipline and exclusions and will develop their skills in the following areas:• what procedures to follow before an exclusion meeting, including setting the agenda• what takes place during a meeting, with a particular focus on the clerk’s role• best practice when writing up the minutes• what follow up action should be taken, including how to manage confidential minutes andrecordsThe course will be run by an experienced facilitator who can offer advice, share best practiceand guidance, and will ensure that clerks are able to approach this important role withconfidence.20 Email: schools-ld@essex.gov.uk