School Leadership

This Is How We Look When We Teach

Angela Browne

Angela Browne explores what it means to be a woman working in education today and provides practical guidance to help female educators find their voice, show up as their authentic selves and progress in their careers. Drawing together a collection of experiences from leading educators, including Dame Alison Peacock, Dr Muna Abdi, Mal Krishnasamy, Hannah Wilson, Alison Kriel and Julia Skinner, this book will inform, inspire and empower teachers and school leaders. Publishes 6th January 2022 PB • 216 x 138mm • 192pp • 9781472986467 • £19.99

Lighting the Way

Angela Browne

In the context of a system on the edge of crisis, Lighting the Way is an uplifting book which offers primary and secondary leaders inspiration, courage and practical tools to lead the way towards change. Angela Browne, experienced educator and star of the BBC Two documentary School, uses her wealth of knowledge to help school leaders become torchbearers, leading children, staff and local communities with purpose and integrity, and navigating challenges with confidence and optimism.

PB • 234 x 156mm • 208pp • 9781472972460 • £19.99

Angela Browne

Angela Browne has been working in education for over 17 years as an English teacher, head of English, assistant headteacher, deputy headteacher and headteacher in mainstream secondary schools. She has also been the head of a pupil referral service and principal of a Steiner Academy. She was most recently the deputy CEO of a multi-academy trust. In 2018, Angela was part of the BBC Two documentary series School. She has featured in the Telegraph, and on Radio 5 and Woman's Hour on BBC Radio 4, and she has written for the TES. Angela has also delivered keynotes for WomenED, BAMEed, Firefly Learning and Ambition School Leadership, and given a TED Talk at TEDxNorwichEd. Follow her on Twitter: @nourishedschool.

NEW FOR 2021

The Headteacher's Handbook

Rachel Snape

This must-read handbook is filled with practical guidance on all aspects of primary headship to support new, current and aspiring headteachers. Written by an experienced headteacher and National Leader of Education, this book covers the nuts and bolts of headship from meeting your team, communicating your vision and developing the curriculum to managing budgets, handling complaints and working with stakeholders. Rachel Snape presents invaluable advice, models, research, motivational quotes, self-reflection activities and further reading to develop best practice in this role. Publishes 5th August 2021 PB • 234 x 156mm • 224pp • 9781472975423 • £19.99

Riding the Waves

James Hilton

Career satisfaction is central to leading a happy, healthy and effective school, but recognising the positive aspects of school leadership can be difficult at a time of extreme pressure, high accountability, constant change and seemingly impossible demands. Riding the Waves offers practical strategies, advice and reflective questions for developing the fulfilling aspects of school leadership to carry school leaders through these challenging times. James Hilton explores how school leaders can enhance their mental health, wellbeing and work–life balance by building effective relationships, nurturing talent, celebrating achievements, feeling in control and, importantly, taking a break.

PB • 234 x 156mm • 192pp • 9781472967992 • £19.99

Praise for Riding the Waves

❝This book is so refreshing! Grounded in humanity, humility and honesty, it offers an invaluable guide for school leaders to help them ❞thrive in their roles – and help those around them thrive too.

– Dr Emma Kell

Leading from the Edge

James Hilton

Leading from the Edge is the brave and honest account of how the headteacher of one of the largest primary schools in the UK suffered a breakdown brought on by work-related stress. James Hilton shares his story of pulling himself back from the brink to inspire others and offer effective strategies for dealing with the challenges of leading a 21st-century school.

PB • 234 x 156mm • 208pp 9781472917348 • £19.99

Ten Traits of Resilience

James Hilton

In this thought-provoking book, James Hilton explores ten traits of resilience and demonstrates to school leaders how they can embed these traits in their own practice and in their school to create a climate of resilience in every classroom. Ten Traits of Resilience is packed with practical advice, tips and reflective questions to help school leaders become more confident, optimistic and decisive.

PB • 234 x 156mm • 192pp • 9781472951502 • £19.99

James Hilton

James Hilton is a former headteacher working as a conference speaker and author, specialising in leadership, stress management and positive psychology. He applies his experience of human leadership to inspire a wide range of clients including school leaders, the NHS, local government and businesses. James provides fresh insights into the challenges of leadership in the intense environment that is the modern workplace.

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A Manifesto for Excellence in Schools

Rob Carpenter

Rob Carpenter took a school from special measures to outstanding in 16 months and firmly believes that the quality of teaching and leadership holds the key to raising standards. This book is about helping teachers to become architects for learning by designing classrooms, curricula and whole-school practices that are inclusive, engaging and, above all, excellent.

PB • 244 x 169mm • 176pp 9781472946348 • £19.99

Education: A Manifesto for Change

Richard Gerver

Education expert Richard Gerver offers an empowering vision for how education can be transformed and made fit for purpose for today’s children. Sharing his experiences of working with some of the world’s leading business minds, Richard shows educators how they can help our young people thrive in the 21st century and beyond.

PB • 234 x 156mm • 128pp • 9781472962362 • £19.99

Leading on Pastoral Care

Daniel Sobel

Written by an expert in the field of inclusion, this book helps middle leaders, senior leaders and SENCOs to manage the most challenging aspects of pastoral care. With tried-and-tested strategies and real-life case studies, it is ideal for all primary and secondary school staff who wish to support their most vulnerable students without increasing workload.

Narrowing the Attainment Gap

Daniel Sobel

Narrowing the Attainment Gap examines the real issues behind the attainment gap between disadvantaged students and their peers. This compelling book focuses on key leadership skills and practices that will help school leaders identify specific problems and come up with home-grown solutions that meet the needs of their community.