And Now for Headship
And Now for Headship will inspire and support you on the journey to headship. If you are thinking of applying for the National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) within the next two years this course is for you.
The programme is delivered over 3 one day units and also includes a range of inter-sessional activities:
Day 1 – Thursday 2 October 08
Understanding Headship
‘What I love about being a head’, an insight from a practitioner
A reminder of the national standards of headship and how aspects of your current job demonstrate these
Working with others to identify your strengths and development needs, planning for each Key Area
Day 2 – Wednesday 4 February 09
Interpersonal Skills for Headteachers
Identify what you now need to do to complete work on the Key Areas of Headship, after your presentation
Understand the importance of the interpersonal dimension of headship, for example:
Dealing with challenging behaviours
Understanding emotional intelligence
Appreciating social games, including power games
Evaluate interpersonal effectiveness using a simple tool
Day 3 – Thursday 23 June 09
Getting the Right Headship
Co-coach with others further developments in Key Areas and Interpersonal areas
Explore different models of headship and hear why ‘Headship is the Best job in the World’, a talk by an enthusiastic head
What makes an effective letter of application and interviewee?
The cost for all 3 days will be £500, book before 1st July 2008 for a discounted rate of £450.
Please complete the form below to book onto the course
