| Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Members | $195.00 |
Description
Serving on the board of an independent school is a significant commitment, demanding both responsibility and accountability. While the principal is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the school, the governing body oversees its strategic direction and ensures compliance with regulatory standards.
This workshop is designed to equip board members with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively balance their roles. The session will cover the following key accountabilities:
- Understanding the Division of Responsibilities: Clearly delineating the roles of the board and the principal.
- Navigating the Registration Standards: Ensuring compliance with the Non-Government School Registrar's requirements.
- Fostering Effective Governance: Implementing best practices for board governance and decision-making.
- Supporting the Principal: Providing strategic guidance and oversight to the school's leadership.
By attending this workshop, board members will gain valuable insights and practical tools to enhance their governance practices and contribute to the long-term success of the school.
Outcomes
- Understanding the Division of Responsibilities: Clearly delineating the roles of the board and the principal.
- Navigating the Registration Standards: Ensuring compliance with the Non-Government School Registrar's requirements.
- Fostering Effective Governance: Implementing best practices for board governance and decision-making.
- Supporting the Principal: Providing strategic guidance and oversight to the school's leadership.
Presenters
Adrian Scott (AISWA Staff)
Consultant | Registration And Compliance
Adrian has over 35 years of teaching experience in Western Australia and Queensland, starting in the Pilbara region. He's taught K-12 as a music teacher and held leadership roles including Head of Department, Head of Middle School, Deputy Principal, and Principal in two independent schools. Adrian has a Masters of Educational Leadership, Bachelor of Education, and Diploma of Teaching. He's also an accredited growth coach, a fellow of the Australian Institute of Management, and a member of the Australian Council of Company Directors and Australian Council of Educational Leaders.
Nigel Briggs (AISWA Staff)
Consultant | Industrial And Workplace Relations
Prior to joining AISWA in 2017, Nigel was an officer with the Independent Education Union of WA for 18 years. 16 years of those as Assistant Secretary (Industrial Relations).
During that time, Nigel focussed on developing strong professional working relationships with Employees, Employers and key sector participants. His key objective was to provide consistent, accurate and timely advice and advocacy.
Since joining AISWA Nigel has been responsible for providing advice and support to member schools on all things relating to Industrial Relations, Human Resource matters and Workplace Health and Safety. He assesses and advises on ‘conflicting’ issues (e.g. industrial issues and staff welfare; duty of care and discrimination; behaviour management and discrimination; student welfare and rights as well as staff welfare and rights).
Nigel supports schools on any issue that may have legal implications.
Terms & Conditions
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Segments
Governance Specifics in an Independent School
Date / Time
25 Jun 2025 Starts: 13:00 Finishes: 15:00Delivery Format : In Person
AISWA
Address41 Walters Drive
Osborne Park WA 6017
Australia
PL Hours : 2.00
Learning Area
- Administration
- Governance
- Human Resources
- Leadership
School Area
- Leadership
- Other (non-teaching)