ABSTRACT

Recent years have seen dramatic developments in the way schools are structured and much greater emphasis placed on managing your school effectively. Every education professional knows how demanding these new methods can be, but they can also reinforce a sense of purpose and control. Senior Management Teams in Primary Schools looks at how positive teamwork can be achieved within your school and illustrates the benefits it brings.
Most teachers involved in managing their school will recognise the situations detailed in the case studies contained in the book - the forceful head, the overworked middle managers, the meetings that try to wade through the mountains of administration that face the modern teacher.
You will find practical advice, clear guidelines, case studies from schools that are involved in the process of good practice. This book will organise you in your approach and ensure that you reap the benefits of teamwork while avoiding the pitfalls.

chapter 1|26 pages

A risky business

chapter 2|25 pages

A cultural and political toolkit

chapter 3|29 pages

Headteachers’ story

chapter 4|32 pages

SMTs within the management structure

chapter 5|20 pages

Creating a team in their own image?

chapter 6|30 pages

Talking shop

chapter 7|32 pages

Them and us

chapter 8|25 pages

SMT synergy or bust?