Education Mutual Winter Termly Newsletter 2023

Termly Newsletter

WINTER TERM 2023

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Welcome!

We are excited to share our Winter Termly Newsletter with you!

Welcome to the magic of our Winter Termly Newsletter.

Inside, you can find out what we have been up to since we last spoke in the Autumn Term!

As you unwrap its pages, we invite you to immerse yourself in our seasonal updates, exclusive insights, and curated content designed to ensure a smooth transition to the new year!

As part of our ongoing commitment to the education sector, we’re proud to support staff further with our free webinars running frequently throughout the year!

LIVE WEBINAR Your webinar host is waiting for you...

Missed it?

Rewind and recap Get up to speed with our webinar series by delving into the recorded sessions you might have missed.

Explore the archives for a comprehensive catch-up!

Happy reading,

The Education Mutual Team

ED-FEST!

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Our live webinars

Upcoming sessions Explore the exciting content awaiting you in the upcoming webinar sessions—register your attendance today!

2023

Discover the ratings given by our attendees for the event!

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Member Services Update

Our Education Mutual Services Director, Gemma, has plenty of essential updates she's eager to share with our valued members.

Take a moment to explore the latest information she has prepared for you.

Have you shared your invaluable feedback in our Membership Satisfaction Survey 2023?

Act Now: Apply for your free Flu jab before it's too late!

Have you updated your staff list before Christmas?

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Education Mutual Ed-Fest 2023 Conference

EDFEST!

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Annual General Meeting 2023

In this edition of our Termly Newsletter, we’ve dedicated a section to share the highlights from the Education Mutual Annual General Meeting 2023.

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#EMEdFest23

A conference to empower School Business Professionals Reflect with us on our exhilarating educational extravaganza in the North-East!

Last month, we were thrilled to introduce EdFest 2023, a one-day event that proved to be an extraordinary celebration of education.

It was a day filled with a variety of exhibitors, plenty of networking opportunities, and

influential keynote speeches.

Join us for a trip down memory lane, visit the dedicated section in the newsletter, specifically reserved for Ed-Fest updates.

As you read through the pages, you can discover the strategic decisions and collective vision of the meetings attendees.

You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the transformative initiatives that will shape the path ahead.

Enjoy a showcase of Education Mutuals shared achievements, and a glimpse into the strategic roadmap that will guide us forward.

We invite you to engage, reflect, and celebrate alongside us as we navigate the future of Education Mutual.

Join the conversation

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te our Membership Satisfaction Survey 2023!

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FREE

Webinars

Elevate your insight: Unleashing the power of our FREE webinars LIVE WEBINAR Your webinar host is waiting for you...

In September, we introduced a NEW series of live webinars exclusively for our member schools. Our curated selection of webinar topics are designed to nurture a supportive and thriving school environment for all education staff. Read on to discover what's in store for the upcoming sessions.

If you missed any of our past webinars covering Bereavement or earlier sessions on Stress Management, feel free to reach out to your Relationship Manager to request a copy of the webinar recording.

Mental Health First Aid Training

Menopause Supporting Staff in the Workplace

Mental Health Awareness Edition

The main event will cover: Setting realistic expectations

Techniques to manage stress

Strategies to reduce stress

Finding harmony in work and family life

+ so much more!

Click either date below to register your attendance!

The main event will cover: Minimizing menopause stigma

Offering empathy to partners

Offering assistance to co-workers

Understanding Menopause and Mental Health

+ so much more!

Click either date below to register your attendance!

Monday 29th January 2024 @ 4pm

Tuesday 5th March 2024 @ 4pm

Thursday 1st February 2024 @ 10am

Tuesday 12th March 2024 @ 10am

Stress Management

Menopause

Hosted by an experienced accredited

registered therapist

Navigating Menopause: Your Personal Journey

The main event will cover:

The main event will cover: Setting realistic expectations

Techniques to manage stress

Strategies to reduce stress

Finding harmony in work and family life

+ so much more!

Practical advice and tips

Support options available to you

Hormonal changes

The latest treatment information

+ so much more!

Click either date below to register your attendance!

Click either date below to register your attendance!

Tuesday 30th April 2024 @ 4pm

Tuesday 18th June 2024 @ 4pm

Thursday 2nd May 2024 @ 10am

Thursday 20th June 2024 @ 10am

Member Services Update Calling all Education Mutual members!

- Here are some important updates to prepare you for the festive period from our Services Director, Gemma.

Season's Greetings!

Best Wishes from all of us at

Membership Satisfaction Survey 2023 A heartfelt thank you goes out to those who have already participated in our membership survey.

Your feedback is invaluable in shaping our future.

For those who have yet to share their insights, the survey can be accessed through the link below. We genuinely appreciate your input and the team appreciate any special mentions they receive.

Click this button to complete the survey

As we approach the festive season, the team and I extend our sincere wishes for a delightful and welldeserved break. May this time be filled with joy, relaxation, and cherished moments, and we look forward to speaking with you in the new year.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your loved ones a festive season filled with happiness.

Kind regards,

Gemma

Last call - Flu Vaccines!

Don't miss out! Boost your immunity with a flu jab!

This serves as a final reminder for our complimentary flu vaccine programme.

If any of your staff members wish to partake and haven’t done so already, please ensure their applications are submitted before the festive break. To apply, simply head to https://www.educationmutual.co.uk/flu-vaccination/ and complete the online form.

Click this button to complete the online form

Staff list and holiday update As we know the year-end often brings staff changes. We want to remind you that your dedicated Relationship Manager is here to assist with any adjustments to your staff list.

Feel free to reach out if you require support.

They are always ready and eager to assist you, whether it's a phone call or an email away!

"Our strength is our unity in education” Nick Hurn OBE Chairman, Education Mutual

ED-FEST!

2023

A conference to empower School Business Professionals

On Thursday, November 16th, Ed-Fest 2023 unfolded as an extraordinary triumph, leaving an indelible mark on all who attended.

Exhibitors in attendance:

The event was graced by an impressive line-up of guest speakers whose empowering talks resonated throughout the day. Natasha Devon, Kelly Potton, Baasit Siddiqui, Sir Terry Waite, Dr. Alex George, and Harley Jones Ryley from the Department for Education (DfE) shared insights that captivated and inspired.

Ed-Fest 2023 not only celebrated the power of education but also served for collaboration amongst our delegates.

The event has left a lasting impact on the professional paths of everyone who had the privilege of being part of this remarkable gathering.

Delegates rated Ed-Fest 2023

4.9

Delegates rated the organisation of the event

4.9

Delegates rated the venue

4.8

Ratings based on feedback from 1-5 (5 = Excellent)

AGM Update 2023 Discover the strategic decisions, transformative initiatives, and collective vision through highlights from this years Education Mutual Annual General Meeting.

Business brought before the meeting

by the board of directors Paul Rickeard

Chairmans

Welcome Welcome to the fourth Annual General Meeting of Education Mutual; during the fourth year of operations Education Mutual (EM) has continued to grow and prosper, supporting our education sector and members throughout England and Wales.

The level of member retention in 2022 has been the highest throughout

Chairman, Nick Hurn

A friendly introduction to the Education Mutual Annual General Meeting 2023

EM’s history, demonstrating the exceptional service delivered to members and the difference schools experience from other staff absence insurance providers.

I would like to extend a personal thank you to all members, team members, partners and sector colleagues who have supported the success of EM in 2022.

I’m proud to be a part of creating an ethical, improved way of staff absence protection.

Attendees appointed Paul Rickeard as Director.

Rose Wilcox Attendees of the AGM accepted the resignation of Rose Wilcox and thanked her for her contribution to the mutual.

HewittCard Attendees of the AGM appointed HewittCard as external auditors for 2023.

Membership

Update Membership composition Membership continued the growth trend during 2022, with the highest retention rate of members achieved since EM’s inception, and an increased number of new memberships joining when compared with 2021.

There has been a shift towards more academy members; this is inline with expectation as more schools convert to academies throughout England.

Membership claims 2022 has enjoyed a reduction in claims demands due to COVID-19 compared to 2021. Whilst COVID-19 has remained as a cause of absence, the claims profile is beginning to return to typical patterns of stress and maternity leave as the dominant claims categories.

A larger than typical volume of claims are attributable to viral and flu claims, this is in line with expectation as society began to mix in work and social settings more frequently. It is anticipated viral, flu and operation claims will return to typical levels in 2023.

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