Principal (headteacher) qualification, accreditation and selection The UK Perspective
Jan 12, 2016
Principal (headteacher) qualification, accreditation and selection
The UK Perspective
21 April 2023Primary Improvement Team
Supply and demand
• The National Picture
33% of headteachers due to retire in next 5 years
23% of senior leaders also due to retire
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The Journey
Everyone a leader
An option not an imperative
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Middle Leader
Assistant/DeputyHeadteacher
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Qualification
• Are you ever truly prepared for headship?
• The National Professional Qualification for Headship
(NPQH)
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Selection
21 April 2023Primary Improvement Team
Selection
First vacancy occurs.......• Governors• Advertising and applying• Shortlist• Selection day(s) - activities
21 April 2023Primary Improvement Team
Matching
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The Journey Continues.....
• Support for new Headteachers
• Opportunities for experienced Headteachers
• (International opportunities)
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Spiritual