Staff roles, structures & change
Managing staff restructures
4 articles- 6 key rules to remember when restructuring staffReorganising school staff is different to restructuring in other organisations. Governors don't manage this process, but read the key rules and requirements here so you can support your headteacher effectively.
- Managing your headteacher’s departureBe clear on how to make sure your headteacher has a smooth departure and how you can help maintain effective leadership following their exit. Use our template letter to share the news with parents and carers.
- Restructuring your staff: your board's roleMajor restructures are strategic and part of your remit as a governor or trustee. Learn to challenge the need for a restructure and how to scrutinise plans. Also find questions to ask and get tips on supporting your headteacher or senior leader through the process.
Staffing structures
1 articles- Primary staffing structures: examplesTake a look at how school staffing structures can vary with our examples from a range of primary schools.
Staff roles & responsibilities
3 articles- Roles your school or trust must have in placeUse our list of positions and responsibilities that maintained schools and academies are legally obliged to fill, to check you're compliant.
- The designated safeguarding lead (DSL)Be clear on who the DSL can be and what their responsibilities are.
- The special educational needs co-ordinator (SENCO)Be clear on who the SENCO can be in your school, and find out what their responsibilities are and how you're involved.