Second application round for Warwickshire Workload Charter

Warwickshire schools are going to be one of the first ones in the country to be able to be recognised for the positive work undertaken in managing teacher workload.

A new initiative which is owned by and developed by yourselves in partnership with the teacher trade unions will allow schools to enable its teaching staff to rate the progress of the school against the following workload areas:

• General working conditions
• Planning and marking expectations
• Data collection and communications
• School policies and access to training

Based on the results of the above survey, schools reaching a 90% threshold will be awarded the Fair Workload Charter Status.   This is a kite mark that can be used in recruitment materials and general communication and promotion of the school.   Given the affects the management of workload is having on schools and staff sickness absence and turnover, and the national focus on this area, this could be a very powerful recruitment and retention tool for your school or academy trust to use to tackle these challenging issues.

The Charter status will last for 24 months from when awarded.  Schools not successful at the first attempt will be able to try again in 12 months.  The first round has already taken place this term, and we will be re-opening the participation window in February 2019 for any schools who would like to take part next term.  A nominal subscription cost to cover administration and the materials is £50 per school. 

To participate or for any queries please email at the earliest opportunity: fairworkloadcharter@warwickshire.gov.uk

More information including the survey questions used is available in the Frequently Asked Questions document.