Safeguarding for Governors and Trustees in International Schools – The Safeguarding Alliance – virtual
Safeguarding training is recommended for all Governors. In addition, the Designated Governor for Safeguarding (DGS) should receive higher level training. Delivered by The Safeguarding Alliance, this interactive, online course explores the safeguarding role and responsibility of the Governor or Trustee in an international school setting.
Safeguarding Training for the Safeguarding Governor - The Safeguarding Alliance - virtual
This focused and interactive two-hour session is designed specifically for Safeguarding Governors in international school settings. The session explores the core duties of the Safeguarding Governor role, including effective safeguarding oversight, how to carry out purposeful monitoring visits, understanding safer recruitment in an international context, and working with the Single Central Record (SCR) to promote a culture of safety and accountability.
Child Protection Training for Board Members, Owners, and Senior Leaders – Childsafeguarding.com – virtual
This course teaches the fundamentals of Child Protection Governance, Leadership, and Management. The content meets international standards for Child Protection training for leaders.
Safer Recruitment for International Schools – The Safeguarding Alliance – virtual –
Safer Recruitment training is advised for Governors who will take part in interview panels. Delivered by The Safeguarding Alliance, this online course has been designed for those who are responsible for ensuring the most appropriate people are recruited and vetted to work with children and young people.
#BetterBoards for International Schools – LSC Education – virtual
Training for international school board members, facilitated by Helen Wright and Matthew Savage, covering guiding statements; the diversity equation; values-led, ethical governance; wellbeing; measuring achievement and progress. 20% discount available for COBIS Schools (mention at point of booking).
Tes Safeguarding (formerly EduCare) – online courses
A range of online courses to be completed in your own time, including Child Protection for International Schools, Safer Recruitment for International Schools, Health and Safety for International Schools, and Equality and Diversity for International Schools. COBIS schools are eligible for a 5% discount.
Governance Foundations for Boards – ECIS – Online course
An eight-module, online course covering Board service, leadership development, accountability, and more.
International Governance- RSAcademics- Online course
These interactive sessions run twice a year and are open to schools worldwide and each session includes- a clear and engaging introduction to governance responsibilities, a space to ask questions and learn alongside peers, practical tips that apply across different governance structures, case studies to look at governance in practice.
If you have specific training needs for your Governing body, please contact cpd@cobis.org.uk.
