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    GOVERNOR SUPPORT SERVICES FOR SCHOOLS

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    We provide expert governance support to schools and academies, helping boards work effectively, stay compliant and focus on improving outcomes for pupils.

    Our experienced team offers in-depth governance support, professional clerking, training and advice to governance personnel. Whether you need full support or help with specific areas, we can tailor our service to suit your needs.

    What We Offer

    We provide a complete package of support for governing boards, including:

    • Professional clerking services, including a dedicated clerk to governors for statutory and ad hoc meetings
    • Governor training and development
    • Advice on governance and compliance
    • Support with board organisation and processes
    • Mentoring and coaching of Governance Professionals

    Our aim is to reduce the administrative burden on schools while strengthening governance.

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    Supporting Effective Governance

    We support governing boards to carry out their responsibilities with confidence.

    Our team can help you:

    • Stay compliant with current requirements and guidance
    • Understand roles and responsibilities
    • Strengthen strategic leadership
    • Improve decision-making and accountability

    Clerking Services

    • Basic Clerking
    • Full Clerking
    • Minuting Only
    • Governance Professional Package
    • Mentoring and Coaching



    Training and Development

    We offer a comprehensive programme of training and development for governors.

    This includes:

    • Core training for new governors
    • Ongoing development for experienced governors
    • Updates on key changes in education and governance
    • Bespoke sessions tailored to your school or trust

     

    You can see the full range of courses and development opportunities we have available at:

    Governance CPD & Workforce Development

    Why Choose Us?

    • Experienced and professional team
    • Accredited (to Level 3 and 4) or accredited-in-progress clerks and School Governance Advisors
    • Extensive knowledge and understanding of school and academy governance
    • Flexible, tailored support
    • Trusted by schools and academies
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    Who We Work With

    Our services are suitable for maintained schools and multi-academy trusts, new or developing governing boards, and boards looking to strengthen governance or clerking support.

    Flexible and Tailored Support

    We know that every school and trust is different. That's why we offer a range of support packages, bespoke services based on your needs, and flexible working arrangements.

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    Get in Touch

    If you would like to find out more about our governor support services, speak to our team or request more information. We are here to support your governing board every step of the way.

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    What Our Customers Say

    Headteacher, Wolverhampton Primary School

    ‘I have used the S4S Governor Support services for a few years now and find I have a high quality, knowledgeable, and trustworthy support service for the Governors and myself, as Head teacher. The services provide a wealth of information and experience to support our school. The Clerk to the Governing Body meetings provides invaluable support and guidance throughout all tricky matters from Governor protocols to details of Financial procedures. I don’t know where I would be without my Clerk, she’s brilliant!  Thank you S4S !

    Headteacher, Wolverhampton Primary School

    ‘I can’t speak highly enough of the level of support we receive at Oak Meadow for S4S’s clerking service. The professional support we receive in the calling, clerking and minuting of Board meetings is exceptional and the knowledge and understanding of legislation governing meetings is unparalleled to information I possess as Headteacher! Speaking on behalf of all Governors, we value, respect and appreciate fully the service we receive’.

    school business manager, wolverhampton

    “In my role as School Business Manager I know that governance meetings will be coordinated and recorded within timeframes, allowing me to contribute and participate effectively in the meetings. S4S Governor Support is a very comprehensive package that gives you just what you need: knowledgeable staff and prompt responses.”

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