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<p>Ofsted has a non-executive board, which is separate from Ofsted’s executive team.
The board is responsible for setting the strategic priorities, targets, and objectives
for Ofsted and overseeing its corporate governance.</p><p>Appointments to the board
are made by my right hon. Friend, the Secretary of State for Education, and are conducted
in accordance with the Governance Code for Public Appointments which can be accessed
here: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/governance-code-for-public-appointments"
target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/governance-code-for-public-appointments</a>.</p><p>Ofsted’s
remit is extensive, covering early years, schools, further education and skills, and
social care. When appointing to the Ofsted board, the department ensures that board
members have knowledge and understanding of these remits, as well as experience of
ensuring good governance.</p><p>The department is committed to ensuring diversity
and inclusion. When running recruitment campaigns, the department strongly encourages
applications from a diverse range of applicants to secure a diverse and representative
board.</p>
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