The role of head of department is a key area of responsibility in school and demands high levels of holistic vision to ensure success. All too often, busy heads of departments are so totally immersed in the day-to-day battle of balancing pupil needs, staff requirements and limited time, that they are prone to be less effective than they would like to be.

This course will help to Shape Your Future, by widening your understanding of the skills and knowledge required as head of department and also help to prepare you for your next possible steps in senior school leadership by being a vibrant contributor to school improvement plan priorities. This is a stimulating opportunity to raise and challenge your understanding of key issues to enable you to be a more dynamic school leader.