A fresh look at school risk with Barnett Waddingham ft.Nick Websdell Pt.1

What this episode covers

If risk management in your school lives in a long spreadsheet that only gets reviewed once a year, it probably is not helping leaders make better decisions when it matters most.In the opening episode of season two, John is joined by Nick Websdell, Head of ERM Services at Barnett Waddingham, part of Howden, for the first of a two-part series on school risk. Together they explore how schools can make risk management more practical, proportionate and useful for governors, bursars and senior leaders — especially in the current climate.What we coverWhy risk management should support decision-making, not just complianceHow schools can identify the risks that really matterWhy pupil numbers, cash flow, safeguarding, data protection and reputation need regular attentionThe importance of keeping risk frameworks proportionate for schoolsPractical takeawaysFocus on the school’s top risks, not every possible risk.Use plain English and visual reporting so governors can understand the risk position quickly.Build risk into normal strategic and operational decisions, rather than treating it as a separate annual exercise.LinksMore from Barnett Waddingham: https://www.barnett-waddingham.co.uk/More from Howden: https://www.howdengroup.com/DownloadsDownload the one-page risk management action plan on the website: https://theeducationperiscope.com/More supportIf you want focused consulting and support, John offers a range of services for the Independent Education Sector. Contact him via:John: [email protected]: [email protected]: https://theeducationperiscope.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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