What is a Lifelong Guardianship Ceremony and how does it work

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Every year, thousands of young people leave the care system in England and begin adult life without the lasting family relationships and support networks that many others take for granted.  But many people who are care-experienced have developed enduring bonds, for example, with their foster carers, a teacher or a mentor.    There is currently no way of honouring and celebrating those …

What is the School Support Staff Negotiating Body, and what does it mean for schools and staff?

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Teaching assistants, school administrators, pastoral support staff, technicians, catering staff – these are the people who keep schools running every day. They support children with special educational needs and disabilities, manage school finances, help pupils who are struggling, and make sure …

Government apology for historic forced adoption practices: what it means and where to get support

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Today the Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, apologised in Parliament on behalf of the UK government for forced adoption practices in England and the decades of harm this caused. If you were affected by forced adoption practices in England particularly between …

Teacher pay: everything you need to know about the latest multi- year pay award 

Teacher Pay: Everything you need to know about the latest pay award

Here’s everything you need to know about teacher pay.   The School Teachers' Review Body (STRB) is an independent group that makes recommendations on the pay of teachers and leaders in maintained schools in England and reports to the Secretary of …