Tips & Techniques

If interviews are about finding the best people for a job – rather than who can answer questions the best – should we share questions ahead of interviews? That’s the approach this leader takes, and he says it pays dividends

School leaders often shy away from words like ‘power’ and ‘influence’ – but it is vital to understand these facets of leadership, says Liz Free

Schools in big cities can utilise their surroundings to bring learning to life – and often it pays to think outside of the box, explains this international school leader

If you’re thinking about a move to middle leadership then these are some key new skills you’ll need to develop, says Jack Benstead

It’s the time of year when teachers around the world consider their career options – but it’s worth working out what you want from any move before looking at pastures new, explains Mark Steed

When Covid restrictions allow, inviting the entire community to a Christmas meal after school works wonders for parental engagement, says this head

Sprouts aren’t a festive treat for everyone, but they’re all teacher Vicki Rotheram wants for Christmas. Thanks to Thailand’s ‘astronomical’ prices, though, they might be off the shopping list

When teachers are under pressure, opportunities to raise concerns can easily be missed. Here are three ways to reassure them that they should come
to you with their worries, says Sadie Hollins

As a sector, education has come so far in promoting diversity and inclusion – but there’s still a long way to go, warns Matt Bull

Working in a major city like New York can be amazing – but also lonely and tough at times too, which is why creating a community in school is so important for wellbeing, explains this leader

Getting things wrong is a part of life, argues Alan Shields, so school leaders should embrace it and make the most of it

Providing professional development for the first time is daunting, but this eight-step plan will help make it a success