Learning objectives
By the end of the programme, learners will be expected to:
- Identify the role and responsibilities of a middle leader in wider educational leadership to ensure every pupil gets an excellent education and is equipped with powerful knowledge.
- Have an understanding of the strategies that support students and staff through change and continuous improvement.
- Be an inclusive leader that can positively communicate the vision, ethos and values of their school.
- Develop tools and skills required to effectively manage a team and maximise performance.
- Reflect on their practice and leadership style, enhancing their confidence, resilience and effectiveness as a middle leader.
How it’s delivered
13 sessions are delivered online from November to July.
Each session is facilitated by expert school leaders who showcase best practice, explore evidence-based research and offer practical solutions for leading school improvement.
We understand the varying commitments of school leaders and support flexible working. That’s why we’ve designed our programme to be:
- Fully online
- Term time only
- Scheduled in advance
- Easy to catch up on missed webinars
- Supportive through regular communications
After each webinar, participants will complete a learning log to help them apply their learning to their role and have quality conversations about their development with their line manager.
Who it’s for
Participants must be working in a UK school (can be local authority, academy or independent school) and be either:
- An aspiring middle leader
- A newly appointed middle leader
Middle leadership roles can vary from each school setting. An example of the roles we consider to be a middle leader are: Head of Department, Subject Lead, Head of Year, Key Stage Lead, Lead Practitioner.
Time commitment
Participants must complete 13 x 1 hour online sessions.
We estimate that participants will take an additional 20 minutes per session to complete a learning log.
Cost
Free for United Learning Schools and colleagues
We are committed to the professional development of our United Learning community. This course is free for all United Learning schools and colleagues.
Available to external schools - special introductory pricing
For schools outside the United Learning network, we’re offering an early bird rate:
- £300 per participant
- £700 for up to three participants from the same school
(All three must be enrolled in the same programme)
Contact us to learn more and secure your place.
How to apply
The Middle Leadership Programme runs from November to July every year. It is available to schools external to United Learning at a cost.
If you're a Headteacher/school leader interested in enrolling your staff or a current or aspiring middle leader, please register your interest and a member of the programmes team will be in touch with further details.
For queries, contact leadership@unitedlearning.org.uk