Headship Next

Awarded to senior school leaders who have successfully completed Headship Next, a 12-month leadership development programme designed to build the confidence, skills and community needed to secure and sustain a first headship role. Participants engage with expert coaching, peer collaboration, a residential experience, and the Big 8 Leadership Toolkit, with a focus on leading with purpose in schools serving disadvantaged communities

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