Aims of the course:
To provide those considering the role of Deputy Head with a comprehensive understanding of the skills required; a consideration of the differences between Deputy Headship in small and large schools and an appreciation of the varying aspects of the role itself.
What you will learn:
Mike Crossley is the recently retired Headmaster of Langley Preparatory School, and a member of ISA & IAPS. He is an MHFA Youth instructor and his school is the recipient of the Optimus Wellbeing Award. With over 20 years’ experience, as a Senior Manager (including 5 years as a Deputy) in three leading Prep Schools and fourteen years as a Head in a Prep School, Mike offers us his insight into supporting ‘The All-Encompassing Role of Deputy Headship in Large & Small Schools Including Looking After Yourself & Those Around You along with the first hand experiences of two serving Deputies and a lead recruitment consultant from Anderson Quigley, an ISA Gold Preferred Supplier.
Mike is also an experienced ISI School Inspector, management trainer and qualified as a Head through the government’s NPQH scheme through the NCSL. He is an ILM Level 7 Executive Coach and Mentor.