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Read Again: Why Performance Issues Are Often System Problems, Not People Problems

Why Performance Issues Are Often System Problems, Not People Problems Performance issues are often treated as people problems, but in many...

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Safety metrics that matter in schools and trusts
Operations

Safety Metrics That Matter

Jul 23, 2026
How do you measure safety in your school or trust? Knowing how many days since your last incident is all well and good, but…

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From The Mag: Who’s Driving Change? 

Sep 9, 2026
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The Myth of the Fearless Leader

Jul 1, 2026
Leadership is defined by the decisions we make under uncertainty – and at the heart of those decisions is our willingness to take risks…
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Should Managers Trust AI in Performance Reviews?

Should Managers Trust AI in Performance Reviews? The growing use of AI in performance reviews is reshaping how organisations assess employee performance, offering clear efficiencies but also...
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Is Technology Ruining Attention Spans – or Reshaping Them?

Is Technology Ruining Attention Spans – or Reshaping Them? Technology is reshaping attention. It is not just AI driving this shift either. For years, the...
The rise of digital fatigue in students
  • ICT Matters

The Rise of Digital Fatigue in Students

Digital fatigue is becoming an increasingly visible issue in schools, and understanding how students experience and manage their online lives is now key to supporting...
Wearable technology and artificial intelligence
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Read Again: Wearables in Education: Risks, Opportunities and the Inevitable Future

Glasses that record conversations and watches that scan your environment were once the remit of action movies and science fiction books; now they’re making their...
Understanding data in schools and academy trusts
  • ICT Matters

Understanding What Data is in Schools and Trusts

To handle data properly, and to encourage staff to think about it differently, we first need to understand what data actually represents. Here, Shane Williams presents a simple way to...
Educating students for responsible digital citizenship
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Educating for a Digital World: Why Digital Citizenship Matters

The question is not whether young people should engage with digital technology - but whether we are equipping them to navigate it thoughtfully, critically and responsibly, writes Gary Henderson ...
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  • ICT Matters

Building Good Data Protection Habits

In this continuing series on data protection, Shane Williams shares practical advice for schools and trusts, drawn from his recent blog posts In our years...
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Reducing the Burden While Protecting Children

In this introduction to his data protection series, Shane Williams explains how schools and trusts can alleviate some of the burden that comes with data protection management...
  • ICT Matters

AI, Technology and the Erosion of Human Relationships

Technology shapes how we relate to one another. From the printing press to the telephone, from television to social media, each innovation has altered the...
AI policy in education
  • ICT Matters

AI in Education: Why Policy Matters More Than Policing

Students are using AI. The question for schools is no longer if they will use it, but how. As AI tools become embedded in daily life, institutions face...
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  • ICT Matters

The Double-Edged Sword of Social Media in Times of Crisis

Speed without control can be risky – like a car with no brakes. When it comes to social media, crisis information should be managed, not...
Wearable technology in education
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From the Mag: Wearables in Education: Risk, Opportunity and the Inevitable Future

Glasses that record conversations and watches that scan your environment were once the remit of action movies and science fiction books; now they’re making their...
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  • ICT Matters

Wearables in Education: Risks, Opportunities and the Inevitable Future

Glasses that record conversations and watches that scan your environment were once the remit of action movies and science fiction books; now they’re making their...
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Read Again: The True Cost of System Downtime

When systems go down in the workplace, the first response is almost always the same: fix it, fast. But the truth is, it very rarely...
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  • ICT Matters

Read Again: GDPR Isn’t Just About Data, It’s About Devices

Personal information is stored everywhere - at home, in the workplace and across online systems - and it is routinely copied, moved and accessed in...
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  • ICT Matters

What Your IT Roadmap Misses About How People Work

You’ve got everything lined up for a new system, platform, or piece of equipment that’s going to be rolled out school - or trust-wide. It’s...
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  • ICT Matters

The Frustration of Lost and Patchy Signal in Schools

Ask anyone their top three most frustrating things about technology, and chances are dropped, patchy, or lost signal will be high on the list Schools...
Transforming school workloads with smarter digital solutions
  • ICT Matters

Transforming School Workloads with Smarter Digital Solutions

It’s time we need to look beyond traditional solutions and towards smarter, more sustainable ways of working In today’s very fast paced education environment, schools...
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Preparing Your School or Trust for Deepfake Danger

If your school isn’t already thinking about deepfake threats, now is the time to start – these risks are real, growing and can affect staff,...
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  • ICT Matters

GDPR Isn’t Just About Data, It’s About Devices

Personal information is stored everywhere - at home, in the workplace and across online systems - and it is routinely copied, moved and accessed in...
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  • ICT Matters

Read Again: Thinking Ahead: Worst-Case Scenario Cyber Planning for Schools

Are you cyber security savvy? Gary Henderson explores a practical approach to cyber security in schools and trusts, focusing on planning for the worst-case scenarios...
Cyber security planning for schools and trusts
  • ICT Matters

From the Mag: The Mirror Effect

AI systems learn patterns from data. That data is a record of the world as it has been: our histories, our institutions, our language and...
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  • ICT Matters

Assessment in the Age of AI

With AI adoption accelerating faster than schools and trusts can adapt, the question is no longer how do we stop students using AI, but how...
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  • ICT Matters

The True Cost of System Downtime

When systems go down in the workplace, the first response is almost always the same: fix it, fast. But the truth is, it very rarely...
Balancing technology and human insight in HR
  • ICT Matters

Balancing Technology and Human Insight in HR

AI has become embedded in everyday life, increasingly replacing traditional search engines as the first point of reference for everything from improving communication to following...

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Five steps to a better night’s sleep

Five-steps to a great night’s sleep

Here’s a simple five-step guide to create healthy night-time habits, and set you up for slumber CREDIT: This is an edited version of an article...
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Disclosing an illness at work

Choosing if and when, as well as what, you disclose to an employer about chronic illness or disability can feel daunting. The important thing is...
The effects of overthinking on health

What happens to your body when you overthink?

If you rehash past conversations, dwell on your choices or get trapped in a tunnel of ‘what if’ scenarios, there’s a pretty good chance you’re...
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Six ways to put a smile on your face

Sometimes it can be hard to cheer yourself up when you’re feeling down, but using some of these techniques might just help you turn your...
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Red-raw, dry and sore? How to cure your hands after all that hand-washing

Is rigorous hand-washing and sanitising in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic making your hands red-raw, dry and sore? Skin healing expert Hanna Sillitoe gives...
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Five ways to improve your wellbeing at work

It’s estimated that we spend around a third of our lives at work, so it’s no wonder it has such a powerful effect on our...
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Read Again: Hitting the Target with HR Compliance

  • Management & HR
Hitting the Target with HR Compliance Trying to juggle HR tasks in a school or trust while balancing safeguarding, compliance and operational requirements can feel like...
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The Principles of Tension and Tolerance

  • Management & HR
The Principles of Tension and Tolerance Leadership is not just about direction, but about designing systems that can hold tension without exceeding their tolerance When we...

From The Mag: Click It!

  • Management & HR
X-twitter Linkedin Envelope Similar Articles From the Magazine From The Mag: Click It! This article featured in the Spring Term 2 2026 issue of Education Executive magazine  Read the full article  HERESubscribe now  to...
Brain wealth as the new workplace currency

Brain Wealth Is The New Workplace Currency

  • Management & HR
Brain wealth is shifting the focus of wellness towards long term cognitive health, with research pointing to simple daily habits that may help keep the...
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Read Again: Structuring Behaviour Management Frameworks

  • Management & HR
Every school and trust knows the important role of a well-structured behaviour management framework. Schools stand as havens of safety, inclusivity and routine, all things...
Reproductive health support in the workplace

Rethinking Reproductive Health Support in the Workplace

  • Management & HR
As reproductive health becomes a more visible part of working life, experts say employers need to move beyond one-off adjustments and create longer-term, more flexible...
Understanding and supporting Generation Z employees

What Employers Keep Getting Wrong About Gen-Z

  • Management & HR
Gen-Z workers are often labelled disengaged or difficult, but new research suggests the real issue may be how workplaces are managing them. Here’s what younger...
Why professional influence is built, not given

Why Influence Is Built, Not Given

  • Management & HR
Think about the most influential people in your life. Now ask yourself a simple question: how many of them are in positions of senior leadership?  ...
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Stakeholder Mapping Exercises: A Practical Guide

  • Management & HR
It might be a cliché, but sometimes it really is who you know – or more precisely, it’s knowing who matters to you and your school (and...
Conflict is inevitable in any workplace, but with the right strategies in place, organisations can turn these challenges into opportunities for growth, collaboration and stronger team dynamics CREDIT: This is an edited version of an article that originally appeared on MTD Training Effective conflict resolution is essential for maintaining a healthy and productive workplace. By fostering a culture of collaboration and understanding, teams can work through disagreements constructively. This not only strengthens interpersonal relationships but also enhances overall team performance. Here are some strategies to encourage positive conflict resolution and create a more cohesive work environment. Encouraging Team Activities Regular team-building exercises are an effective way to strengthen interpersonal relationships, making it easier to resolve conflicts and fostering greater collaboration. Activities like collaborative problem-solving games encourage teams to work together to tackle challenging puzzles or scenarios, promoting cooperation and shared decision-making. Communication workshops, which focus on active listening, non-verbal cues and clear communication, further enhance mutual understanding and improve team dynamics. These exercises collectively boost group coherence, making it easier to navigate conflicts and improve overall teamwork. Recognising Positive Resolution Recognising and rewarding employees who handle conflicts constructively can inspire others to adopt similar approaches. Additionally, rewarding teams that successfully navigate conflict, especially during periods of change, reinforces a positive organisational culture. Team outings and social celebrations are great ways to acknowledge their resilience and dedication during challenging times. Public recognition or even small incentives can further emphasise the importance of positive conflict management, helping to embed these behaviours into the fabric of the organisation. Encouraging Empathy Empathy plays a crucial role in conflict resolution by enabling individuals to understand and appreciate the perspectives of others. When team members actively practice empathy, they are better equipped to recognise each other's needs, concerns and emotions, which fosters a more supportive and cooperative work environment. This understanding helps to de-escalate tension and paves the way for more thoughtful and compassionate solutions to conflicts. One effective way to cultivate empathy within teams is through workplace shadowing. By allowing employees to experience each other's roles firsthand, they gain a deeper insight into the challenges and responsibilities their colleagues face daily. This not only broadens their understanding but also highlights any barriers or difficulties that may be contributing to workplace friction. Using a Mediator When conflicts become too challenging to resolve within the team, bringing in a neutral third party, like a mediator, can help steer the conversation towards a productive outcome. Mediators play an important role by guiding discussions objectively, ensuring that both parties are heard and working towards a fair resolution. This is particularly valuable in situations where personal animosities arise or in more complex scenarios like redundancies and other significant organisational changes. Their expertise helps manage sensitive issues and fosters a collaborative environment for resolution. By encouraging team activities, recognising positive conflict resolution, promoting empathy and using mediators, when necessary, organisations can build stronger, more collaborative teams. These practices help create a supportive work environment where conflicts are resolved constructively, leading to improved teamwork and productivity.

Read Again: The Cycle of Circular Conflict

  • Management & HR
We’ve all witnessed those arguments that seem to drag on and on. Even after the initial conflict is resolved, it keeps rearing its ugly head...
How managers can handle a workplace saboteur

How Managers Can Handle a Workplace Saboteur

  • Management & HR
A disruptive employee can quietly damage morale, productivity and team trust. Here’s how managers can spot sabotaging behaviour early - and respond without escalating the...
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