Lessons from the Head’s Office

School leadership is a challenging and rewarding job that requires determination, flexibility and a careful understanding of the people you work with.

Drawing from nearly two decades of headship and combining thoughtful professional guidance with insight drawn from real-life incidents, current headteacher Brian Walton offers a candid and engaging exploration of how to face the challenges of leadership head on and succeed without sacrificing your principles or your wellbeing.

• Discover what authentic leadership really means
• Avoid the perils of ‘leadersh*t’ and how it can divert you from important work
• Understand how to find your support network
• Engage with the practical aspects of whole school policy on inclusion and behaviour
• Consider how to deal with the unexpected and how to lead in times of crisis

Brian Walton is an award-winning headteacher and popular education blogger with extensive whole school leadership experience across four schools and a decade of experience supporting schools in challenging circumstances.