ODBST is pleased to offer this new professional development opportunity for senior leaders, assistant and Deputy Headteachers in ODBST schools and schools seeking to join the Trust. The programme aims to develop and support future leaders in our schools within the context of a multi-academy trust community. We recognise that attractive, development opportunities to explore the ideas of leadership in a school are rare – particularly prior to taking on responsibility.

It is a great chance to meet with other leaders, develop professional links and skills and add to your experiences in advance of any steps into leadership you may take next.

Who is it for? Teachers in leadership roles in their teaching career.

When does it happen? Three sessions across the year which run from 1400 – 1600

• 20th November 2019, 2PM Woodside Junior School, Amesham BOOK NOW

• 10th March 2020, 2PM, Padbury CE School, Padbury BOOK NOW

• 18th June 2020, 2PM, St Johns CE School, Lacey Green BOOK NOW

Where does it take place? At ODBST schools to extend leaders’ knowledge of different types of schools.

What is the programme? Sessions are built around key aspects in developing your leadership career and may include: Coaching for Leadership; Managing people – difficult conversations; Reporting and accountability; Next steps; Finance; Governance. Participants are expected to attend all three sessions.

Why should I do this? The programme offers the chance for personal development within a supportive academy trust community and partnership with colleague ‘aspirant’ leaders.

How much is this programme? It is free to all aspirant leaders in ODBST schools