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I work in an independent school, using iSAMS. However, I found that the HR module couldn't do anything like what I wanted it to do, so instead have developed Natural HR as our HR database. We are currently finalising an API link with iSAMS, so that information…

Hi Zoe. Our school would follow the same principles to check on any period where you've worked outside the country for more than a 3 month duration, however far back. Sadly, there are good reasons for this approach.

However, recognising that there…

Hi Sarah, we installed Natural HR about 18 months ago, and I'd say that the implementation is still ongoing (independent day school, approx 200 staff). That's just the nature of schools (only time to focus on any kind of development work in the school…

When you think about the difficult subject being addressed, a group where no one disagreed would be unlikely to achieve anything substantial except self-congratulation. I agree with others that your best option is in acknowledging that conflict as a natural…

Thanks for flagging this Steve Bridger - hadn't spotted that one before and now had the chance to sign up.

Nina

I would think that if you haven't specified whether the leave would be paid or not, the implication (as it's part of a support package) is that it would be.

I think Jason's point is key here - that if you're getting a good mix of applicants for the positions, then your weakness may be in the recruitment managers' skills (or biases). If you're not getting balance at the application stage, there is more you…

Also anyone doing an apprenticeship in a school over the last year has had a far from normal experience. There could be some genuine mitigation here.

I've implemented Natural HR in a school setting recently, and am pleased with hte way it's working - but would freely admit that it's still a work in progress. Happy to comment further if you want to get in touch.

Nina