DataGuy

That's great - thanks ever so much for the info!

Absolutely agree....it's great to have something out like this video with some good overarching pointers....but the suggestion that volunteers may take up this role on the understanding that they assume the same statutory powers?....that is quite a sweeping statement made in the clip and speaking from experience who has managed teams of combined employees & volunteers, it is a potential minefield of employment law that you need to tread extremely carefully in. Don't get me wrong, we all know volunteers play an overwhelming part in our services & can/do bring in a wealth of expertise and plug many-a-gap in today's provision. I get the DofE need to state an option & they have included it as a 'finally'.....but to drop the suggestion in on a 'top tips' video like this, I agree, perhaps could be backed up with more caveats....the emphasis on obligations re: regular internal audits & mandated updates to the board, statutory governance etc etc...tends to lead down the lines of contracts when you're looking at a legal point of view....I can hear HR Managers spluttering on their coffee as I type....

Hi all After many years in health data management, I'm leaping across into the wonderful world of education, soon to take up a position as a Data Manager for an academy in yorkshire. Have just come across this site & can see it offers up a wealth of support so my question is to all others out there in the DM field, as I wish to throw the net out as wide as possible..... Are there any online resources/blogs/feeds etc akin (or not) to this one that have helped you on your journey? (anything would be useful but I'd be especially interested to hear from anyone with similar experience in crossing sectors). Secondly, the academy has recently transitioned to Progresso and I know there are some challenges ahead as there always are with any data migration & adoption of new systems, and so again, any useful networks that individuals know of (or indeed anyone 'up north' who may be up for setting something up if nothing exists already re: sharing Progresso knowledge/best practice?) Any experiences, ideas, nuggets of wisdom greatly appreciated as, from experience in my previous sector, channels like this are invaluable. Looking forward to joining the conversation! Cheers & MTIA