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January 13, 2025

Should Parents Get Priority to Book Leave During the School Closure Periods?

Our Head of HR Advisory discusses the complexities of priority annual leave for parents, offering key considerations for fair holiday allocation in the workplace. Explore flexible approaches and potential future changes.

HR Connect

January 10, 2025

Reserve your free space at our Spring Breakfast Briefing 2025

Join us for the HR Connect Spring Breakfast Briefing on Tues 11th March 2025 at the Darwin Conference Suite, University of Kent, CT2 7NY, for key updates and actionable advice to enhance your school's processes. Reserve your free space today!

HR Connect

January 9, 2025

Sound HR Advice Podcast is Available on Spotify

Listen to Sound HR Advice podcast now on Spotify! Gain insights on HR challenges in education with episodes on stress, social media checks, safeguarding, and social impact.

HR Connect

January 3, 2025

Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill Published

Government introduces new bill to raise education standards, affecting teacher qualifications, pay, and conditions in both Academies and Maintained Schools. Changes anticipated by September 2026.

HR Connect

December 13, 2024

Is your school looking for a new payroll and pensions provider?

HR Connect offers a specialist payroll, pension, and HR administration service to make managing your payroll easier and freeing up your time so you can focus on the smooth running of your School.

HR Connect
Payroll

December 9, 2024

Jingle All The Way: Hosting a Safe School Festive Party

Ensure a safe and festive school holiday party by proactively preventing sexual harassment and fostering a respectful environment for all staff.

HR Connect

December 5, 2024

Coming Soon - New and Improved Occupational Health and Safety System

Starting Q1 2025, our new Occupational Health and Safety System, OPAS, will enhance efficiency and improve user experience. Stay updated with comprehensive support and training as we transition to our new system.

Staff Care Services

December 4, 2024

Winter Wellness

Winter can feel challenging on your overall health. Staff Care Services are here to share some simple ways to boost your wellbeing, and stay safe and well this winter.

Staff Care Services

December 4, 2024

HR Connect Christmas Opening Times 2024

HR Connect Christmas Opening Times 2024: Find out the holiday opening hours for HR Connect over the festive period.

HR Connect

December 3, 2024

Gaming Just Got Better for your Mental Health

Gaming meets mental health support. Discover SHOUT’s new Talk Squad sessions, offering confidential conversations with professionals during gaming. Plus, explore 24/7 text support for staff and pupils.

Staff Care Services

November 19, 2024

NJC Pay Award confirmed

The National Joint Council 'Green Book' Pay Award confirmed and published for School and Academy Support Staff Employees outside of Kent.

HR Connect
Payroll

November 18, 2024

DBS Fees are Changing

DBS fees will increase from December 2nd 2024, affecting Basic, Standard, and Enhanced checks, as well as the Update Service, while volunteer checks remain free.

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