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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 21h

The success of the education system hinges on adults who are well-rested, valued, supported, and championed by society. Our People and Culture conference will explore how we can help the adults in our school trusts to flourish.
Find out more and book here: https://twp.ai/E6CUuQ
#CSTPeopleCulture

CST People and Culture Conference 2025: Flourishing adults, flourishing children
Tuesday 11 November 2025, Birmingham
Book now – last few places

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 1d

Getting the right staff is crucial to helping pupils flourish in our schools and is at the heart of a new partnership between CST and leading talent advisors Anderson Quigley.
They have become our latest platinum partner, offering long-term support to school trusts.

Flourishing adults for flourishing pupils
Getting the right staff is crucial to helping pupils flourish in our schools and is at the heart of a new partnership between CST and leading talent advisors Anderson Quigley.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 6d

In our new podcast episode, Tiffany Beck OBE (PLMR), Samira Sadeghi (CST), and Andy Wolfe (Church of England) explore Next-Gen Governance, why it matters and how boards can act as true stewards of long-term success. Listen now:https://twp.ai/E6CLcv

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 6d

Jen Elliott, CEO at EPM, shares how governance, workforce planning, and operational resilience help staff feel confident, valued, and supported in our latest blog. As app sponsor of CST’s Annual Conference 2025, EPM is supporting this year’s theme, flourishing. Read more: https://twp.ai/9PX8CA

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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 7d

At #CSTPeopleCulture Conference on 11 November, Jean Boyle (Stone King LLP) and Natalie Ruane (Just People HR) will explore how reforms in the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill and Employment Rights Bill impact trusts and union relationships. Book now: https://twp.ai/9PX9V2

CST People and Culture Conference workshop: 'The evolving employer policy landscape: Responding to reform'. Tuesday 11 November.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 10d

Our upcoming masterclass series will provide a clear introduction to the frameworks, compliance requirements and planning tools you need to manage estates effectively. Join expert seminar leads from Barker Associates on Tuesday 4 November. Book now: https://twp.ai/9PWxZh

CST Masterclass 'Strategic estates management'. Starts on Tuesday 4 November.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 10d

Applications for our Professional Communities Manager role close tomorrow, Tuesday 30 September at midday. To find out more and apply, please visit our website:

Join our team - Professional Communities Manager.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 16d

We are recruiting for a Professional Communities Manager to lead the development, content curation, and operational delivery of CST’s 11 Professional Communities.

Applications close at midday on Tuesday 30 September.

Find out more: https://twp.ai/9PVaJL

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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 17d

Our Risk assurance for school trusts masterclass starts on 25 November. This three-part series will help leaders take a strategic approach to risk, from fundamentals to effective board assurance frameworks.

Find out more and book now: https://twp.ai/9PVaKa

CST Masterclass: Risk assurance for school trusts. Starts on 25 November.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 19d

CST members can book their tickets now to our Safeguarding Conference taking place on 15 January 2026 to explore this year’s theme, Connected safeguarding: Navigating the new digital landscape. Book your place now: https://twp.ai/Imq4b6

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 19d

Our Safeguarding professional community meets on 25 September, 09:00–10:00. Dr Jon Needham will share the research published in his new book which explores a new typology of sexting and its practical applications for trust leaders.

Join the community: https://twp.ai/E6ApP2

CST Safeguarding professional community meeting: Thursday 25 September, 09:00-10:00.

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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 20d

CST members can book their tickets now to our inaugural People and Culture Conference taking place on 11 November 2025 to explore this year’s theme, flourishing adults, flourishing children. Book your place now: https://twp.ai/NTVLuB

CST People and Culture Conference, 11 November.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 20d

Our People and culture professional community meets on 23 September, 09:00-10:00. We will explore the role of data in understanding culture and how it can be used to drive meaningful change.

Join the community: https://twp.ai/Imq6i7

CST People and culture professional community. Meeting: Tuesday 23 September, 09:00-10:00.

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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 20d

We've today published our 2025 National School Trust Report.
Created with @eduriocom.bsky.social it represents the biggest and most comprehensive survey of trust leaders' priorities for the year ahead.
Explore it here: https://twp.ai/E6ArZK

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 20d

We have our updated our scheme of delegation checklists guidance for 2025/6. Created in partnership with Trust Governance Professionals and Stone King LLP, the guidance helps trusts ensure this vital document is up to date and meets regulatory requirements.

Read more: https://twp.ai/E6ArWB

New CST Resource, Scheme of Delegation checklists 2025-6

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 20d

We have our updated our scheme of delegation checklists guidance for 2025/6. Created in partnership with Trust Governance Professionals and Stone King LLP, the guidance helps trusts ensure this vital document is up to date and meets regulatory requirements.

Read more: https://twp.ai/E6Atob

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 21d

Join us on 15 January 2026 for CST’s Safeguarding Conference to explore this year’s theme, connected safeguarding: navigating the new digital landscape. CST members can book their tickets now: https://twp.ai/9PVeZg

CST Safeguarding Conference. Connected safeguarding: Navigating the new digital landscape. Thursday 15 January, available to book now.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 22d

In our latest blog post, CST deputy chief executive Steve Rollett considers the opportunities to shift our priorities and expectations that the new Ofsted framework offers school trusts.

Read more: https://twp.ai/E6Ae0J

Trust: The CST Blog "Our collective agency in a new era of inspection" by Steve Rollett, CST.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 26d

CST members can book their tickets now to our SEND and Inclusion Conference taking place on 6 May 2026, as we bring together a variety of industry experts to exchange insights and best practice. Book your advance tickets now:

CST SEND and Inclusion Conference – Confederation of School Trust Conferences

Confederation of School Trust Conferences - Bringing together England’s school trust leaders

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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 26d

Our SEND and Inclusion professional community meets on 18 September, 09:00–10:00. We will explore building trust with parents, improving communication, understanding family experiences of school, and involving them in decisions.

Join the community: https://twp.ai/E6AVMi

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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 27d

School trusts must respond to Freedom of Information and Environmental Information requests. Sophie Turner from the ICO explains responsibilities, deadlines and exemptions, with practical examples to support compliance.

Read more: https://twp.ai/9PVIBH

New CST Blog - 'Does your school trust need help with FOI?' by Sophie Turner, Senior Officer, FOI Upstream Regulation Team, ICO.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 28d

Edwin will be joining us for CST's Annual Conference 2025 as our lunch sponsor. Join us on 16 & 17 October to explore our theme, flourishing. Book now: https://twp.ai/9PWH5c

CST Annual Conference sponsor announcement - Edwin, lunch sponsor.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 29d

We are pleased to announce that advance tickets are now available for CST’s community conferences and summits taking place in 2026. Visit our website to find out more and CST members can book now: https://twp.ai/9PVNni

CST community conferences and summits 2026. Advance tickets available now.

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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · Sep 9

Join us for our first CST member engagement meeting tomorrow, Wednesday 10 September at 09:00-10:00.

You can register in advance for this meeting via our website: https://twp.ai/E6BWHH

Member engagement meeting, Wednesday 10 September 09:00-10:00.

Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · Sep 8

CST’s brand-new masterclass, starting on 25 September, gives executive leaders and trustees the insight to navigate mergers with clarity and confidence. Find out more and book now: https://twp.ai/9PWI6a

CST Masterclass - Leading trust mergers. Led by Chris Kirk (CJK) and John Murphy (Consultant), starts on Thursday 25 September.