NITE's free professional development series offers short, impactful sessions led by experienced educators to support the professional growth of teachers and school leaders.
The reality of what you have done is hitting home. You got the job. But what now? What do you need to do and when do you need to do it? Everyone will be looking at your first steps in this role. Yes, they will be judging you from day one!
This session will explore the notion of authentic leadership alongside preparation and planning.
You will need to know and understand yourself as a leader, but you will also need to get off to a good start. We will explore, through practical examples and short case studies, how you can plan strategically to ensure you make the most of your first 100 days.
Join us as we discuss some key strategic areas for consideration, including the development of relationships with all stakeholders; evaluating the inherited culture and educational provision; and ensuring you, as the new leader, are highly visible.
It is suitable for:
Current and aspiring senior leaders - new headteachers - aspirant headteachers
Facilitator: Mark Thomas
Mark has extensive experience in primary education and is currently a member of the DFE Advisory Board for the East Midlands. He worked in five schools across Northamptonshire in differing contexts. His first headship was in a medium sized rural school. He then was appointed to establish a brand-new school on the outskirts of Northampton, creating a highly successful school that was graded outstanding by Ofsted in 2008 and has remained so since. He is passionate about developing and valuing people who share the desire to make pupils’ education the best it can be, leading to high levels of staff satisfaction and retention.
