Succeeding as a Head of Year :A practical guide to pastoral leadership - Succeeding As...
Succeeding as a Head of Year :A practical guide to pastoral leadership - Succeeding As...
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Published:
23 January, 2020
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‘Brimming with useful ideas from start to finish... As usual, Jon’s knowledge, wisdom and passion for all things education shine through. A brilliant read.’ - Pete Jackson, Assistant Headteacher, @PeteJackson32
Looking to develop your skills so you can be successful as a head of year? Striving to get into pastoral leadership as a middle leader? Then Succeeding as a Head of Year is the ultimate guide for you!
Adopting an easy-to-follow, chronological approach, Jon Tait takes you through everything you need to know to be an outstanding head of year:
· Applying for your first post
· Navigating interviews
· Leading a team of form tutors
· Managing student behaviour
· Working with parents
· Supporting specific year groups
With tips on finding the right post and sailing through the interview process and advice on day-to-day practice and challenges, this is the ideal compendium for navigating this role.
Written by an experienced pastoral leader and including case studies with aspiring, current and former middle leaders, this book is filled with practical, honest and open guidance to help you succeed as a head of year.
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9781472963376 |
| ISBN10 | 1472963377 |
| Number Of Pages | 256 |
| Item Weight | 290 g |
| Product Dimensions | 130 x 196 x 18 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Format | paperback |
Media Reviews
Jon Tait’s new book is brimming with useful ideas from start to finish. The book contains a wealth of advice and is of invaluable use to both new and experienced heads of year. As usual, Jon’s knowledge, wisdom and passion for all things education shine through. A brilliant read. * Pete Jackson, Assistant Headteacher, @PeteJackson32 *
If you are thinking of becoming, or are already, a head of year, then Succeeding as a Head of Year is a must-read. Jon Tait discusses his experiences and offers practical strategies that will guide you to become a successful head of year. * Jim Smith, Head of School, @jim1982 *
A great read. The writing is accessible and interesting, with a good mix of information and real-world examples. I read it in one sitting! If you’re contemplating applying for a pastoral care role or just joining the profession, this book offers a realistic look at the nature of the job and how it differs from that of a classroom teacher. -- Heidi Drake * Schools Week *
he chapters blend theory and practice and Tait writes clearly and with passion for empowering staff to support all students in the school, with particular emphasis on reaching out to disadvantaged students and their families. -- Mary Mountstephen * SEN Magazine *
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Author's Bio
Jon Tait is an experienced senior leader and current deputy headteacher working in a large and diverse UK secondary school. As a classroom teacher, he has had experience of working in three different schools for over 15 years. His current responsibility areas include leading on teaching and learning, professional development, personal development, behaviour and welfare. Jon regularly presents at TeachMeets and teaching conferences in the UK and internationally, including New York, Ohio and Dubai. Follow Jon on Twitter: @teamtait.