New to the role, about to start your new headship

This course is designed to develop your understanding, with practical illustrations, of the realistic requirements of fulfilling your role as a headteacher in line with regulations and guidelines. You will have the opportunity to engage in thoughtful discussions concerning the essential responsibilities of your role.

Facilitator:  Jean Watt, a former  Deputy Headteacher, Headteacher, HMI, and current director of school improvement and trustee of a Learning Trust. 

Learning Outcomes

  • To lead with vision and strategic clarity
  • To communicate with impact
  • To safeguard with integrity
  • To sustain school improvement and personal wellbeing

Duration of course

Two sessions

Session 1: Thursday 25 June 2026 – 4.30pm to 6.30pm (2 hours)

Session 2: Friday 26 June 2026 – 4.30 to 6.00pm (1.5 hours)

Location: Online live

Course fee: £159 pp (Net of VAT)

Additional Information

Booking is a commitment to attend both sessions.

Log in link will be made available

Course Content

Part 1
Leader or Manager?
Building relationship
Part 2
Safeguarding
School Development and Inspection Ready