ISBA BURSARCAST

In this week's ISBA  Bursarcast for the 9th of February, Leo takes us through some pertinent updates for the week ahead and we hear the top advice and guidance questions from Rex before getting some snippets of wisdom from Richard Soldan at Lane Clark & Peacock. Key topics discussed are: Booking is now open for the Annual Conference Updated DfE Material Change Guidance University of Bourn...

In this week's ISBA  Bursarcast for the 3rd of February, Leo is joined by ISBA Head of Advice and Guidance Denise Allen as we look at some pertinent updates for the week ahead.   Key topics discussed are  Industrial Action, practical tips Importance of site management  Tackling Misogyny in schools; the wake of Andrew Tate Crisis Management,  practical advice  DFE KCSiE Webinar series Recommen...

 This week's ISBA  Bursarcast for the 31st of January is a special edition that focuses on the Webinar Lane Clark & Peacock gave to the ISBA about the TPS  This webinar gives a comprehensive look at the TPS, why it's important to consider, possible alternatives and how best to go about dealing with it.  Thank you to LCP for taking us through this.  Contact the podcast at podcast@thei...

This week's ISBA  Bursarcast for the 26th of January has a friend of the podcast Oliver Daniels (HCR) on to talk about all things Strikes, along with ISBA Advice and Guidance guru Rex Sartain to deliver us the top queries this week.  Key topics discussed are  Industrial Action, what you need to know and how to navigate it.  Importance of effective communication  The School Partnership Allianc...

This week's ISBA  Bursarcast for the 19th of January has ISBA COO John Murphie & Partner at Harrison Clark Rickerbys, Oliver Daniels,  joining the episode to discuss the updates for the week and some timely advice to help you navigate it.  Key topics discussed are  Teaching Staff and possible Strike Action Minimum Service Levels Cyber Security for Schools National Living Wage Increases Re...

This week's ISBA  Bursarcast for the 12th of January has ISBA Advice and Guidance Consultant Rex Sartain & Director of Learning and Professional Development, Helen Woods joining the episode to discuss the updates for the week and some timely advice to help you navigate it.  Key topics discussed are  Energy Bill Relief Scheme Cyber attacks on Schools Teachers Pension News Top 3 Advice and...

This week's ISBA  Bursarcast for the 6th of January has ISBA COO John Murphie joining the episode to discuss the outlook for the months ahead and how the ISBA can help you navigate it.  Key topics discussed are  Political challenges to consider ( Tax Position) How ISBA's Advice and Guidance service can help you The CPD-accredited  and personal development courses available through the IS...

This weeks' ISBA  Bursarcast for the 16th of December includes updates from Head of Advice and Guidance Denise Allen, and a Christmas message from COO John Murphie Key topics discussed are  The inspection Fee Update Independent Inspection into Child Sexual Abuse notes from the final report. Guidance around flexible working arrangements  Critical awareness and understanding of menopause and ho...

For this week ISBA’s Bursarcast for the 8th of December includes: Information on; Strep A and Scarlett Fever update Economic Impact of Independent Schools - with figures from Oxford Economics  Scenario Planning, new ISBA modelling template National Cyber Security Centre updates Top three A&G, Q&A's Top tip of the week The ISBA Autumn Professional Development Programme  Regional Strate...

ISBA’s Bursarcast for  the 1st of December includes: Information on; The Autumn Statement  Independent School VAT and Charitable status New Rateable Values a new Scenario planning and Financial modelling template and 'How to' guide.  ISC upcoming Census Top three A&G, Q&A's Top tip of the week The ISBA Autumn Professional Development Programme  Regional Strategy in-person da...

ISBA’s Bursarcast for  the 25th of November includes: Information on; House of Commons Autumn Statement and the subject of VAT on school Fees Scottish Government updates to Charity Act A recent scam to watch out for ISC upcoming Census Top three A&G, Q&A's Top tip of the week The ISBA Autumn Professional Development Programme  Regional Strategy in-person days.  Latest Reference Librar...

ISBA’s Bursarcast for  the 18th of November includes: Information on; Chancellors Autumn Statement Summary of Government Guidance Review of HR conference  Top three A&G, Q&A's Top tip of the week The ISBA Autumn Professional Development Programme  Regional Strategy in-person days.  Latest Reference Library Updates. Regional Group Round table online and face-to-face meetings Contact th...

ISBA’s Bursarcast for  the 11th of November includes: Information on; Summary of Government Guidance Early Years sector funding Drone awareness Protection from Redundancy ( Pregnancy and Family Leave) Bill Importance of Cyber Security Independent Schools Council Partnerships week Safeguarding for Bursars - note from Sir William Atkinson Update from John Murphie on upcoming challenges to the sector...

ISBA’s Bursarcast for  the 3rd of November includes: Information on; Upcoming Strategy Briefing Day ISI on updating data on the school portal ISI Consultation and report publishings ISI Framework Development ISI updated complaints policy TPS Reports UK Radon Awareness Week Top three A&G, Q&A's Top tip of the week The ISBA Autumn Professional Development Programme  Regional Strategy in...

ISBA’s Bursarcast for  the 28th of October includes: Information on; New PM and money market stability New Education Secretary Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse findings Top tip of the week The ISBA Autumn Professional Development Programme  Regional Strategy in-person days.  Latest Reference Library Updates. Regional Group Round table online and face-to-face meetings Independent schools...

This ISBA Bursarcast for the 27th of October is a 'focus edition' on Safeguarding in Education. This webinar presents a condensed version of a Safeguarding in Schools session that David Smellie presented earlier in the year.  David Smellie is consistently rated one of the top employment and safeguarding lawyers in the UK. He heads up the Safeguarding Unit at Farrer & Co. David advise...

ISBA’s Bursarcast for  the 18th October includes: Information on; Upcoming ISBA surveys Upcoming Strategy days on financial and legislative threats Top three A&G Q&A for this week Top tip of the week The ISBA Autumn Professional Development Programme  Regional Strategy in-person days.  Latest Reference Library Updates. Regional Group Round table online and face to face meetings Independent...

ISBA’s Bursarcast for  the 7th October includes: Information on; New fire safety legislation School trips to EU for international pupils School Partnership Alliance New edition of 'A Practical Guide to the Independent School Standards' Top three A&G Q&A for this week Top tip of the week The ISBA Autumn Professional Development Programme  Regional Strategy in-person days.  Latest...

ISBA’s Bursarcast for  the 2nd October includes: Information on; The Chancellors new mini budget/  'new growth plan' Government Energy Bill Relief Scheme Signposting guidance about provision for transgender pupils Changes to Right to Work Checks Top three A&G Q&A for this week Top tip of the week The ISBA Autumn Term Professional Development Programme  Latest Reference Library Up...

ISBA’s Bursarcast for 23rd September includes: Information on; The New Secretary of State for Education Government Energy Bill Relief Scheme BSI standards on sustainable finance and energy management Health and Safety Executive advice on reporting accidents at work Advice about the Winston's wish Charity.  Signposting guidance about provision for transgender pupils Top three A&G Q&A f...