New Headteacher Induction Programme
The Hertfordshire induction programme for new headteachers is designed
to assist the process of initiation to headship, introduce colleagues
(where appropriate) to the Children's, Schools and Families service,
and support colleagues in balancing the practical demands of their
new role with personal leadership development.
Although there are some differences in the content and structure
of the programmes for primary, special and secondary colleagues,
the broad pattern is as follows.
Component parts:
- A welcome document with some very practical information and
contact points
- An opportunity to work
with a mentor colleague during the first year in post.
Preparatory sessions for both mentors and new heads are arranged
to clarify roles and expectations
- An opportunity to conduct a needs analysis/audit
- Ongoing support from the School Development Adviser
- A programme of conference-style input
Handing Over Headship – A Toolkit for Schools
The toolkit is offered to schools as an example of best practice in ensuring the smooth handover from one headteacher to another and results from a research project undertaken in Hertfordshire LA during the spring and summer terms 2006. A full report on the project and its findings is available from the Local Authority.
Induction Programme Autumn Term 2008
The programme is designed around ‘The National Standards for Headteachers’.
It is a comprehensive and cost effective package which we believe will support you as you start your headship
and it represents good value for money at £500.
MAKING EFFECTIVE USE OF DATA
Tutors: Diane Croston & Ben Fuller
(Primary only)
30th September 2008 9.00 am – 4.00 pm
5th March 2009 9.00 am – 4.00 pm |
STANDARD 4: Managing the Organisation
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COUNSELLING SKILLS
Tutor:Jean Jones
8th October 2008 9.00 am – 4.00 pm
26th February 2009 9.00 am – 4.00 pm |
STANDARD 3 & 5: Developing Self & Working with Others and
Securing Accountability
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SELF EVALUATION AND YOUR SEF
Tutor: Marita Hopkinson
6th November 2008 9.00 am – 4.00 pm
2nd June 2009 9.00 am – 4.00 pm |
STANDARD 2: Leading Learning & Teaching |
WORKING WITH GOVERNORS
Tutors: Carole Connelly
20th November 2008 1.30 pm – 4.30 pm
25th June 2009 1.30 pm – 4.30 pm |
STANDARD 3 & 5: Developing Self & Working with Others and
Securing Accountability |
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SAFER RECRUITMENT
Tutor: Marita Hopkinson and Carole Connelly
26th November 2008 9.00 am – 4.30 pm
1st July 2009 9.00 am – 4.30 pm |
STANDARD 4 & 5
Securing accountability and managing the organisation |
ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Hertfordshire
20th May 2009 |
STANDARD 1 & 6: Shaping the Future and Strengthening Community |
NETWORK MEETINGS
Facilitator: Marita Hopkinson |
4.15 – 6.00 pm
4th December 2008
19th March 2009
9th July 2009 |
 For more information please contact:
Lin Lovett
Lead Administrator
Standards and School Effectiveness – Primary
Hertfordshire Development Centre at Robertson House
SROB216 Six Hills Way
Stevenage
Herts SG1 2FQ
Tel: 01438 844854
Fax: 01438 844930
Email: linda.lovett@hertscc.gov.uk
Presentations from the Annual Conference - 8th May 2008
Justin Donovan, Deputy Director (Chief Education Officer) - Leading Schools in the context of the Children's Plan
Professor Charles Desforges - The Determinants of Achievement
Putting the Child at the Centre of School Improvement Planning - TDA
Presentations from the Annual Conference - 9th May 2007
Keynote Speakers:
Professor Charles Desforges OBE, University of Exeter and
Justin Donovan Deputy Director (Chief Education Officer), Hertfordshire
Charles Desforges OBE presentation
Justin Donovan Deputy Director (Chief Education Officer), Hertfordshire presentation
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