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Unlocking the leader in you
Senior Leadership is so much more than knowing how to do things. Knowing why things are done and knowing what to do in a million different scenarios is so much more than a technical playbook. To become excellent in senior leadership requires an understanding of self, an understanding of the principles that underpin decision making, and an ability to establish a compelling vision that inspires. This course will unlock your thinking as a senior leader in new and exciting ways.
Why Choose This Programme?
Tailored Learning Journey
- Combine independent learning, mentoring, executive coaching and practical experiences to suit your unique context and goals.
Holistic Development Approach
- Develop a deep understanding of the ways in which our faith context permeates and strengthens our decision-making
Practical understanding
- Gain expert whole school knowledge in areas such as data informed decisions, timetabling for excellence, curriculum led financial planning, governance.
Programme Features
- Face-to-Face Sessions: Engage in interactive workshops that connect theory to practice and foster rich discussion and networking opportunities.
- Remote Learning Modules: Extend and embed learning through online sessions (meeting together in local area groups where possible), drawing on relationships established in face-to-face sessions
- Coaching and mentoring: Reflect, share, and grow through coaching sessions that facilitate time to think and reflect, maximising your progress and confidence.
What You’ll Achieve
- Enhanced awareness of principles of senior leadership and their application in senior roles
- The confidence required for whole school leadership, with the ability to meet the demands of the role
- Knowledge and skill required in key areas of whole school leadership
Programme Structure
- Duration: 20 weeks (suggested time commitment of approx. 1 hour per week, but will directly support your role in school)
- Components:
- 6 core learning modules and 5 school-based experiences visiting best practice leaders
- Core development project
- Executive coaching and personal mentor
Who Should Apply? How to Apply
This programme is ideal for senior leaders or aspiring senior leaders. Spaces on this course for our first cohort will be limited. Please ensure that you have the support of your Headteacher in your application for this course. To apply please contact Ellen Barnaville at ebarnaville@stcat.co.uk to express your interest by February 28th, 2025.
Inspire. Lead. Transform.
Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? The LEADERSHIP ESSENTIALS Programme is designed to equip middle, subject, and senior leaders with the tools, insights, and confidence to lead meaningful and evidence-informed change within their schools.
Why Choose This Programme?
1. Tailored Learning Journey
· Combine independent learning, collaborative coaching, and practical application to suit your unique context and goals.
· Access cutting-edge research and evidence-based strategies that underpin effective decision making.
2. Holistic Development Approach
· Gain expert knowledge in areas such as curriculum design, adaptive practice, and assessment for impact.
· Reflect on and align leadership actions with values and principles, supporting authentic leadership.
3. Practical Application Through School-Based Projects
· Design and implement focused, evidence-informed projects to address priorities in your school.
· Monitor, evaluate, and refine your strategies for sustainable and impactful improvement.
Programme Features
· Face-to-Face Sessions: Engage in interactive workshops that connect theory to practice and foster rich discussion and networking opportunities.
· Remote Learning Modules: Flexible, self-paced learning exploring the knowledge and evidence needed to make informed leadership decisions, including curriculum design, teaching & learning and assessment.
· Group and Individual Coaching: Reflect, share, and grow through tailored coaching sessions that facilitate time to think and reflect, maximising your progress and confidence.
What You’ll Achieve
· Enhanced leadership skills to drive confident improvement across departments or schools.
· A clear framework to measure the impact of your initiatives.
· The confidence and insight to lead with purpose and adaptability and deal with challenges along the way.
Programme Structure:
· Duration: 25 weeks (suggested time commitment of approx. 1 hour per week, but will directly support your role in school)
Components:
· 9 core learning modules (5 remote and 4 face-to-face)
· School-based project with tailored support
· Online group and 1:1 coaching
Who Should Apply? How to Apply
This programme is ideal for middle leaders, subject leaders, or senior leaders aspiring to deepen their impact and advance their leadership career progression. Spaces on this course for our first cohort will be limited. Please ensure that you have the support of your Headteacher in your application for this course. To apply please contact Ellen Barnaville at ebarnaville@stcat.co.uk to express your interest by February 28th 2025.