I've been talking about the importance of "sharpening the saw" a lot this last week. We all need to know what renews us and make sure we do some of it - regularly! #covey #7habits

Join this FREE online session to help you learn strategies to support challenging behaviour and encourage pupils to flourish in your classroom. eu1.hubs.ly/H08XrVD0 #SEND #CPD #sandwellteachers #dudleyteachers #teach #haybridgetsh

The new SENDCO NPQ @manorteach will be a fully funded programme and open to any senior leader in a school, not just the SENDCo. We also know that there will be a cap on funded NPQ programmes in the coming year so register your interest here ASAP: manorteachingschoolhub.com/npq/

Just completed the consultation on how much a school should pay a prospective teacher on a Degree Apprenticeship. Since they will need to be in employment for 4 years to gain QTS it has to be more that the Apprenticeship minimum wage - teaching HAS to be an attractive option.

🌟 We are thrilled to announce that Olympic legend Nze (QMSI) Kriss Kezie Akabusi (RAPTC) MBE MA OLY will be gracing our Senior Leaders' Conference as a keynote speaker! 🏅 Kriss will offer invaluable insights and motivation that transcend the boundaries of sport and education. Book today: eu1.hubs.ly/H090WZP0

The #edu sector is facing a teacher exodus, and leaders are concerned. Intense competition, work-life imbalance, inadequate salaries and limited development are some reasons teachers quit. Learn some solutions for this problem: bit.ly/4cOPAN8. #Recruitment #Retention

New research from Ambition Ambition Institute on effective teacher development shows that breaking down and rebuilding sequences of teaching practices can support the training of novice teachers. Useful insights for teacher educators ManorTeachingSchoolHub www2.ambition.org.uk/l/330231/2024-…

I can say, with absolute confidence, that having a defib in your school is essential. If you have already got one, you are awesome - ensure that it is serviced annually. If you haven't, schools can get a free one by emailing the DfE: [email protected]

Could you imagine - the children in this school are about to start their exams but the floods have devastated their school in Nairobi. Classrooms have been smashed apart, tables and chair ruined and books obliterated. Can you help my crowdfunder - please. crowdfunder.co.uk/p/batteries-fo…

Maybe, instead of National Service for 18 year olds they should introduce national service for MPs. They all have to do several weeks volunteering in a school, GP, hospital, care home, social care and police within their first 12 months in office.

We are all part of one system and working together starts from an openness to talk and can progress through collaborative conversations in a learning environment. It looks like the Trust CEO Programme from NIOT is creating the dialogue. schoolsweek.co.uk/trusts-have-an…

"We are glad to see politicians of all political persuasions opening their eyes to the stark reality facing so many schools across the country" 💭 A TDT reflection the Education Committee report on Teacher Recruitment, Training & Retention #CPD #education  i.mtr.cool/sjdfbliyti

Owning and developing a language of the workplace (or academia) opens doors that might otherwise stay closed - I should know I came from Dudley!

I have been reflecting on my past tendancy to be a Rescuer. Stepping in to take away the burden of others can feel positive but it negates their opportunity to learn. A coaching approach means not rushing to action, giving them more time to find creative solutions and own them!

School leaders are humble & don't like to claim "high-performance" even when they are exemplarly! Supporting a wonderful Deputy to go through the "Apprenticeship Gateway" for their Masters with UofB and despite being amazing he didnt like evidencing the KSBs below. #humble

Interesting that 54% felt unwilling to do what was suggested. Something interesting to unpick here about the conditions needed for people to be able make changes. Ideally they identify the change in a coaching context so that they CAN enact it and trusted and supported to try.

These free online sessions look well worth tuning in to - book below for the link on 11th June

Proud today to finally complete my Lead Coach qualification with Leadership Edge. The acccreditation meeting was really enjoyable with lots of thought provoking questions - just as you would expect really !! 😀

Having an amazing time at the Paris 2024 Olympics!!!

Hoping to spot Sir Chris Hoy #Paris2024 to recreate this shot from #Rio2016