Starting as a senior leader

This practical short course will help prepare new and aspiring senior leaders for the demands of whole-school leadership. Participants will explore the professional knowledge they need and consider how to formulate a plan for the first term in post, alongside designing a long-term strategy for their new role. See course overview details below.

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Course Aims

Develop knowledge and understanding of research-informed leadership theory.
Understand how to develop relevant domain-specific knowledge of the role.
Develop practical strategies for starting successfully in a new leadership role.
Understand how to plan effectively to survive and thrive in senior leadership.

Webinar 1

a. Desirable professional knowledge:

Defining what is school leadership
Types of knowledge a school/colleagues might expect you to have
How to develop expertise
Relevant professional bodies

b. Understanding school culture

Strategies for gathering evidence on school culture
Useful documentation before you start
Practical tips for first meetings with key staff
Understanding informal power

Webinar 2

a. The first term

How to formulate a plan for the first term
How to gather further meaningful knowledge
How to enhance your knowledge of the role in the wider senior team

b. Designing and embedding a long-term strategy

Establishing your presence as a new senior leader
Identifying priorities and leading change
Working with colleagues in middle and senior leadership
Getting feedback as a new leader

If you are interested in this course, please click the 'Make an enquiry' button above.