ABSTRACT

With so much now expected of middle leaders in schools, this book aims to help those in middle leadership positions to become more confident and effective in their roles. It systematically considers every aspect of the role including team building, raising standards, holding others to account and managing change.

With a wealth of practical guidance, the book covers the essential skills needed by middle leaders such as managing meetings, conducting difficult conversations and development planning while also offering insights into why some middle leaders are so much more effective than others. Covering all aspects of middle leadership, features include:

    • an analysis of different leadership styles
    • case studies written by current middle leaders in schools
    • reflection and action points throughout

This book is essential reading for secondary school teachers who are about to become middle leaders and need guidance on how to get to grips with the role. It will also be of value to existing middle leaders who want to improve their performance and effectiveness.

chapter 1|17 pages

What is middle leadership?

chapter 2|12 pages

The importance of culture

chapter 3|17 pages

Leadership basics

How your behaviour impacts on other people

chapter 5|26 pages

Working together

Building a high-performing team

chapter 6|8 pages

Team building and departmental improvement

Case study by Stuart Ash

chapter 7|17 pages

Clarity and focus

Getting communication right

chapter 8|21 pages

Developing a vision and achieving it

chapter 9|21 pages

Leading professional learning

chapter 10|10 pages

Improving the quality of teaching and learning

Case study by Kathryn Stephenson

chapter 12|16 pages

Looking after yourself

Time and stress management