ABOUT THIS COURSE

This new course is aimed at those who are newly appointed to Head of Year, or are in their first two years of post. The day will highlight key responsibilities of the role, and characteristics of an outstanding leader. It will provide delegates with strategies for leading and managing other members of staff within the pastoral team, and the significance of the role across the whole school. Delegates will take away strategies on how to create a positive culture and ethos within a year group, and how to ensure safeguarding practices are adhered to, as well as tips and techniques to effectively communicate with parents and gain their support.

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BENEFITS OF ATTENDING

• Exploring the characteristics of an outstanding Head of Year
• Understanding the key requirements of the role, with a particular focus on the importance of safeguarding
• Exploration of the importance creating an ethos for your year group
• Building effective relationships with others, including parents and carers

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PROGRAMME: 10.00am—3.30pm

• Understanding the key responsibilities of the role
• The skills and qualities needed to be an outstanding Head of Year
• How to engage tutors and students; Establishing Year group routines
• How to ensure your tutors buy-in to your vision
• Establishing successful relationships with parents and carers