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Rachel Foster

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Director of HR & Education Strategy at One Education / MAT Trustee / DSL / Mental Health First Aider / Mother of 2. Co-Presenter of Rethinking Education Podcast. Speaker at education conferences, networks and events. Host of the HR Circle.

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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
1st HRCircle 🔵 meeting completed today discussing all the implications of new employment legislation on probationary periods Next meeting Wed 25th Nov - menopause Not a member yet? Sign up 📧 hrcircle@oneeducation.co.uk
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
🚨Policy update on @oneeducation.bsky.social website! (if we don’t provide your #HR - policies can be purchased individually or as a package) 🗂️📑 Adoption Complaints Dealing with Allegations Flexible Working Leave of Absence Maternity Menopause Homeworking Probationary Sexual Harassment
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Wonderful way to end the week! We love receiving feedback from schools. If any educational establishment is interested in a Single Central Record Audit please contact us @oneeducation.bsky.social
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Just a few days to go for this important training with just a few places left - don’t miss out book online now 📲
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
📚 As we head into another school year, we're excited to continue celebrating the #NationalYearOfReading! Here at One Education, 2026 is extra special - it also marks the tenth anniversary of our Reading Award. Join us on our journey ➡️ bit.ly/4hnmDwB
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
🚨 #NowHiring: We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced Payroll Advisor. The ideal candidate will provide accurate, timely and responsive payroll support to customers in the education sector. Apply here: bit.ly/4dI7AuL
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
🚨 #NowHiring: An opportunity has arisen to lead the School Attendance and Safeguarding Team as the Head of Service. The successful candidate will have the chance to build and develop an already successful team in an area of growth across Greater Manchester and beyond. Apply here: bit.ly/4h93blo
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Our Equality Training supports staff to develop the knowledge and tools to champion equality across your school. For a limited time, schools booking Equality Training can also gain access to our Sexual Harassment Online Training Video for £125 + VAT. 📩 laura.drinkwater@oneeducation.co.uk
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
📚 We're celebrating #LiteracyDay! An opportunity to champion literacy as a fundamental human right and a foundation for lifelong learning. Discover how the One Education Reading Award can help every child become a proud and passionate reader ➡️ bit.ly/4hnmDwB
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Just 1 week to go - book your place on this bespoke virtual training for all educational establishments & the impact of the Employment Rights Act ⚖️ #HR #schools #education #leadershipmatters
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Such a useful resource for SLT & HR professionals in education👇
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Don't miss our appraisal training course on 24 September! Providing schools with the confidence and understanding to support employees to reach their performance objectives, aligning to the overall school performance plan. Book your place here ➡️ bit.ly/4gxFSml
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Join us on Tuesday 15 September for a live webinar exploring the Employment Rights Act and what this means for schools: ✅ New duties and requirements for school staff ✅ Next steps school leaders ✅ Look ahead at future developments Book your place 🎟️ bit.ly/3TwD6EJ
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Our Equality Training helps schools create a safer, supportive environment for all. Schools booking by 28 August can access our Early Bird offer, including our Sexual Harassment video package for £125+ VAT. Please send booking requests to keren.callaghan@oneeducation.co.uk. bit.ly/4g1UniB
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Safeguarding supervision provides the opportunity to learn from difficult experiences and develop practical strategies. If you would like to find out more about safeguarding supervision and how it could support your team, please get in touch. 📧 safeguarding@oneeducation.co.uk 📞 0161 276 0160
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National Foundation for Educational Research @thenfer.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Our new research explores the relationship between pupil wellbeing and persistent absence. Based on case studies in 10 secondary schools, we found that wellbeing was widely viewed as a major factor in declining attendance. Learn more 👉
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Pupil wellbeing and persistent absence: Understanding the views of pupils, parents and carers, and school staff
This study explored the link between pupil wellbeing and school attendance through 10 secondary school case studies, examining the causes of persistent absence and the effectiveness of school support in helping pupils return to education.
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
At the end of another successful year of the HR Circle 🔵 - lovely to receive more positive feedback
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
📖 Don't miss our recommended reads this summer, hand-picked by our Literacy experts to help you refresh your bookshelves with high-quality, engaging texts ready for September! Browse here ➡️ bit.ly/4wmAgQT #NationalYearOfReading #GoAllIn
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
💡 We know the best transitions start before September - but they also continue well beyond this point, too. By keeping lines of communication open between colleagues, we can effectively help pupils find their rhythm, feel secure, and engage more deeply with learning. Read more ➡️ bit.ly/4aEA1ID
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
The EEF’s Guide to Inclusive Teaching contains advice about supporting every child to participate and succeed in school, including disadvantaged pupils and those with #SEND, and recognising that many pupils face multiple barriers to learning. educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/education-ev...
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Guide to Inclusive Teaching
The EEF is an independent charity dedicated to breaking the link between family income and educational achievement.
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
📈📚 New research reveals that more than one in three (36.1%) of children and young people enjoy reading in their free time. How can we continue to build on this momentum and boost reading engagement across the whole school? The One Education Reading Award is here to help!
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10 Year Anniversary of the One Education Reading Award
We are excited to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the One Education Reading Award with schools and trusts.
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
All set up to meet Primary Headteachers from across Trafford schools on Friday to provide them information about all @oneeducation.bsky.social services: HR, Payroll, IT, Finance, Governance, Marketing, EP, CPE, Safeguarding, Attendance, School Improvement, SEND, SaLT, Music #education #leadership
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
Autumn Term Training is live on the @oneeducation.bsky.social website 🍂 Employment Rights Act 15 Sept (virtual) 🍁 Appraisal & Performance Management 24 Sept 🍂 Health & Safety Contractor Control 23 Oct 🍁 Neurodiversity in the Work Place 12 Nov All school & MAT staff welcome to join
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Additional date due to high demand now 15th September Virtual Training on Employment Law Changes with opportunities to ask specific questions & queries & to prepare for next academic year. All schools & MATs welcome x.com/oneeducation...
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
📈 Only 36% of multi-academy trusts expect to grow in the next 12 months, compared to 61% last year, as MATs now facer greater scrutiny and stronger competition as they seek to expand. Read our blog for advice on how to stay ahead of the competition ➡️ bit.ly/3R6ianm
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Safeguarding supervision is crucial for the wellbeing of school staff and the welfare of pupils. If you would like to find out more about safeguarding supervision and how it could support your team, please get in touch. 📧 safeguarding@oneeducation.co.uk 📞 0161 276 0160
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Virtual Training on Employment Law Changes yesterday by myself & Katie Davies from the @oneeducation.bsky.social HR team. Opportunities to ask specific questions & to prepare for next academic year. Watch out for our September date due to the high demand! All schools welcome to join.
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
✍️ Join us on Tuesday, 14 July to explore expert analysis of this year’s Writing and GPaS SATs. Look closely into what the assessments tell us, and what they don’t tell us, using this to inform next steps in good practice across the whole key stage. Book your place ➡️ bit.ly/4a3t0Rj
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Thank you to The Barlow RC High School for sharing this kind feedback, it's been a privilege to support you on your journey ✨ The Excellence for Wellbeing Award gives schools the tools to embed wellbeing - through leadership, environment, and culture. Learn more: bit.ly/44siIXy
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Wellbeing for staff is not a buzzword. It needs to be embedded in the people strategy, everyday conversations & school culture to attract, retain & support the entire workforce. For more info about @OneEducation Staff Wellbeing Award & Support Program www.oneeducation.co.uk/school-busin...
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Expert HR Support for Schools and Multi-Academies
Working exclusively in education. HR support for schools, with a wide range of services and training for all your people management needs.
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Children’s curiosity, creativity and innate need to connect with the world around them does not disappear at the end of Reception. So what can we do to reclaim outdoor learning for children of all ages? Read our blog by for ideas and inspiration ➡️ bit.ly/4e47QFf
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
At One Education, we pride ourselves in helping school and academy leaders thrive and their community flourish through performance management. Read our blog to find out what that actually looks like in practice ➡️
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Vision-Led Performance Management: Getting the Most from Headteacher Appraisal | One Education
Headteacher appraisal isn't just about compliance. Discover how effective performance management can help school leaders thrive and their communities flourish.
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
We're proud to share this testimonial from Pownall Green Primary School ✨ Get in touch to find out how we can guide you through the appraisal process, empowering leaders and driving school development. 📧 info@oneeducation.co.uk
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
With over 50 #schools joined up this is a high priority for school leaders and #HR professionals in #eduction so come & join us 👇
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
🎥✨ Don't miss our Safeguarding Spotlights - a collection of FREE webinars to help you stay up to date with current and emerging safeguarding issues impacting children and young people. All Safeguarding Spotlights can be found on our website ➡️ bit.ly/4vBqcmR
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
🚨 #NowHiring: We're looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our team. The successful candidate will be a confident autonomous practitioner who has a passion for working with children. Apply here: bit.ly/4uuoPp9
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Pupil premium is one of the most powerful levers we have to disrupt educational inequality. But only when it is used well. Used poorly, it becomes another paper exercise. So how can we carry out a pupil premium review process that is truly meaningful? bit.ly/4nraGa4
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
f the most fundamental changes in employment law in decades. Discover everything you need to know in our 60 minute webinar for school leaders on Thursday, 25 June 2026. Book your place here ➡️ bit.ly/43206go
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
❗️Only 1 week to go ! An amazing opportunity- if you’d like to hear more about this role & the wonderful #HR team @OneEducation please feel free to contact me #jobvacancy #HRvacancy #hiringnow #jobsearch
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
The recommendation is the Government treat online harms to children explicitly as a #safeguarding & public health issue. publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm5902/cm...
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Growing up in the online world: The Education Committee’s response to the Government’s consultation
Report of the Education Committee
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
💬✨ Strong communication skills help children to access learning, build friendships and grow in confidence - and we’re passionate about helping every child reach their potential. Learn more from Helen Marriott about how we can support your school ⬇️ youtu.be/iKgoxsYL5oI
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How the Speech and Language Therapy Team can help your school
YouTube video by One Education
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Looking forward to delivering this 👇
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
🚨 #NowHiring: We have an exciting opportunity for a talented Head of Service for our HR & People Team. The ideal candidate will have strong management skills, excellent knowledge and understanding of HR & Employee Relations in schools. Apply here: bit.ly/42kSk12
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
This was exceptional training today Invaluable for those new or experienced in the role with qualitative discussions & networking opportunities. Both presenters during this face to face training were able to add their own expertise and knowledge to all queries and matters raised.
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
⏰ At this point in the admissions cycle, a consistent pattern is emerging: in many areas, first-choice applications are now falling below PAN. So how can you be sure your school is the first choice for parents? Read our blog to learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3QEH24Z
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
🚨More updated policies on the @oneeducation.bsky.social website Don’t worry if we don’t provide your #HR - policies can be purchased individually or as a package 🗂️📑 -Paternity Leave for Teachers -Paternity Leave for Support Staff -Parental Leave Policy -Shared Parental Leave Policy
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Rachel Foster @rachelfosteroneed.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
😎Summer training - Effective Investigations Skills - 29 April Poor investigations leads to long processes, grievances, claims, & reputational damage. The course provides managers with practical skills to conduct fair & effective workplace investigations #HR www.oneeducation.co.uk/event/effect...
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Effective Investigation Skills | One Education
Poorly managed investigations can lead to drawn out processes, grievances, tribunal claims, reputational damage, and loss of trust. This course is an opportunity for new or current middle and senior l...
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Louis Theroux's documentary, ‘Inside the Manosphere,’ highlights how online beliefs can influence real-world attitudes. Rather than responding with punishment, it is crucial to respond with open conversation and critical thinking. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4lAdOzC
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
🏆 2026 is the National Year of Reading, with the campaign to #GoAllIn aiming to encourage the whole nation to read for pleasure. What can you do to ensure that every child not only becomes a good reader, but one who enjoys reading? Discover more ➡️
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2026 has been declared the National Year of Reading, but it also marks the 10 year anniversary of the Reading Award! We're so proud of all we have achieved to raise the profile of reading and can't…
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One Education @oneeducation.bsky.social · 05/04/2026
Wishing a Happy Easter to all who celebrate! 🌼 Enjoy a well-deserved break with time to rest and recharge. We look forward to working with you again in the summer term.
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