ABSTRACT
In this chapter, we consider the roles of diversity and inclusion in relation to leadership in post-compulsory education. Having cited the findings of a recent LSRC report, we recognise the clear need for sustained measures to address the unequal representation of women, black and ethnic minority staff and people with disabilities in leadership. We consider whether women have a new leadership advantage, but recognise that there is still something of a ‘glass ceiling’ operating. We examine the under-representation of black and ethnic minority staff, and the need to challenge prejudices. We briefly examine synergistic leadership theory as a helpful new leadership theory embracing feminist principles. We then consider the role of leadership in providing for student diversity and inclusion, and cite some specific examples relating to this from Dover Immigration Removal Centre in terms of recommendations for the leadership of inclusive learning provision.
