Getting Started
Welcome - we're glad you're here. Before your first meeting there are a few things to get sorted.
Some are formal requirements, others will simply help you hit the ground running. Here's what to expect.
Your induction checklist
The table below shows what's essential and what's recommended depending on your role.
Your induction session with the Head of Governance will walk you through everything.
Your induction session with the Head of Governance will walk you through everything.
Description
Member
Trustee
Local Governor
Induction session with Head of Governance
Essential
Essential
Essential
Trust and school website familiarisation
Recommended
Essential
Essential
School visit
Recommended
Essential
Essential
Meet with CEO / Headteacher
Recommended
Essential
Essential
Complete Declaration of Interest Form
Essential
Essential
Essential
Register on GovernorHub
Recommended
Essential
Essential
Complete DBS checks
Essential
Essential
Essential
NGA Learning Link login
Recommended
Essential
Essential
Academies Trust Handbook
Essential
Essential
Essential
Trust Governance Code of Conduct
Essential
Essential
Essential
Trust Scheme of Delegation
Essential
Essential
Essential
Calendar of meetings for current year
Essential
Essential
Essential
Complete required NGA Learning Link modules
Recommended
Essential
Essential
Two places to visit
GovernorHub
GovernorHub is where everything lives — meeting papers, minutes, visit reports and key documents. Papers are published seven days before each meeting and you'll get an email when they're ready. If you're ever unsure where to find something, GovernorHub is the first place to look.
The National Governance Association
As a TCSET governance volunteer you have full NGA membership, including access to over 40 e-learning modules through NGA Learning Link. It's one of the best resources available to you — well worth exploring early. Your login details will come as part of your induction.
Any questions?
The Governance Team is always on hand. If anything isn't covered here or you're not sure what to do next, just get in touch — no question is too small.
