First-Time Principals' Induction Programme 2023/2024 - (Day 6) - Legal Issues & Information Governance

Please note this session will take place virtually on Teams.

This is the booking page for Day 6 of the first-time principal induction programme. EA solicitors will lead the morning session: ‘The Principal and the Law’ and the afternoon session will be led by EA’s Information Governance Manager. Day 6 will take place virtually and will commence at 9.30 on Teams.

Session 1 – The Principal and the Law:

• A legal perspective on the relationship between school principals and pupils/parents.

Session 2 – Information Governance: this session will explore key aspects of information governance e.g.

• What is Data Protection?
• Why Data Protection is important for Schools.
• Key Features of Data Protection - Data Protection Principles & Data Subject Rights.
• Essentials Actions for Schools to take to ensure compliance.
• EA Schools Data Protection Resource Hub.

Sub-Cover Information

There is no sub-cover for this programme.  However, teaching principals may claim sub-cover to attend a number of professional learning opportunities.  If booking a substitute teacher on NISTR choose 'Miscellaneous School Charge'.  Schools with a teaching principal, will be reimbursed following attendance.  Therefore, it is very important that you sign the register on the day of the training session so that payment can be processed.

TIME:

9.30am - 3.00pm