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
This course is funded for United Learning schools and available to schools external to United Learning at a cost.
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