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Nickii Messer
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The stresses and workload of Covid-19 have hit school business management staff hard. Nickii Messer shares approaches to try when things seem unmanageable
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What kind of business leader does your school need you to be? Nickii Messer outlines a framework for ethical leadership
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Leaders have an impact on the careers and lives of those they line manage. Make sure that impact is a positive one with this four step framework
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School leaders need to protect staff from bullying and harassment. What can you do to ensure bullying isn't an issue in your workplace?
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School business managers need other team members to understand how budgets work and how to achieve best value for money. Use and adapt these training materials to help
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A talented school business manager can make an invaluable contribution to your school. Nickii Messer explains how to recruit the best person for the role and provides an example person spec
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Risk awareness is a different matter to risk assessment, argues Nickii Messer, and it involves an understanding of strategic, governance, financial, legal and reputational risks
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Midday supervisors play a crucial role in supporting pupil wellbeing. But who supports them? Nickii Messer suggests ways to engage, motivate and develop
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Being able to plan and manage a project is an essential skill for school business managers and leaders. Nickii Messer provides a step by step guide to the basics
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Want to make your voice heard and increase your confidence? Nickii Messer guides listeners through the process of planning and delivering a presentation