Roger Smith considers ways in which headteachers can help their staff make the most of their careers
Joan Sallis gives advice for governing bodies on appointing a headteacher
Teaching abroad is no longer seen as a sideways move that could harm career progression. Steve Caulfield of the Alice Smith School, Kuala Lumpar, describes some of the opportunities
Headteacher Neil Berry takes a look at the vital part that human resource management plays in a school leader’s working life
Sir Roger Singleton, chair of the Independent Safeguarding Authority, outlines more robust arrangements to protect children and vulnerable young adults
The genuine occupational requirement defence to a discrimination claim allows schools to set conditions on whom they employ. Tamara Ludlow explains
Paul Howells considers the changing nature of recruitment in our schools, and encourages you to consider how you can best save time while also getting best value
Safeguarding Children in Education and Safer Recruitment in Education came into force in January 2007. Jenni Whitehead looks at some of the most common confusions expressed by readers in the year since its publication
The Bichard report has been followed by a flurry of legislation and statutory guidance. Richard Bird looks at what’s changed and what still needs to happen in the world of child protection
This article examines the role of the learning mentor and how they can be deployed in the school for the benefit of the whole learning community. David Morley reports
Can – and indeed should – someone from a background other than teaching become a school leader? Join this growing debate
School governors can play a crucial role in safeguarding the future leadership of schools by taking a more systematic approach to the recruitment and appointment of headteachers.
Nina Siddle explains how one school in East Yorkshire found widespread benefits from engaging with the Investors in People programme
Bob Jelley argues that success is essential since, for many youngsters, a teacher may be one of the most significant male role models in their lives.
Christian Webb-Jenkins, of Browne Jacobson LLP, discusses the act.
Working to promote a positive image for your school can be a powerful tool for school improvement and can provide a focus for staff efforts on many fronts, argues Brin Best, education writer and director of Innovation for Education Ltd.
New maternity and flexible working rights mean employers must brush up on the law, says Derek Eccleston.
In the second of two articles exploring what helps new teachers feel welcome in a school, teacher Colin Smith looks at how social relations and the delivery of lessons impact on their experience.
Currently just 15.7% of all primary school teachers in England are men, yet 83% of parents would like to see more men in primary teaching. Why so few and why so great a desire for more? Former headteacher and education writer Steve Mynard finds out…
What should employers do when faced with requests for allowances to be made at work on religious grounds? Helen Badger takes a look at the law.
We outline the key child safety issues to be born in mind when recruiting staff and explain the financial implications of getting it wrong.
Teacher Colin Smith, supported by fellow teacher/researchers seconded to a TLRP-funded project looking at the early professional learning (EPL) of teachers, reports on findings on what helps new teachers feel welcome in a school.
Schools are having to tighten up their record keeping after an Ofsted survey found confusion surrounding procedures for vetting staff.
Did the referee mean to praise the candidate or warn you off? Is a string of previous jobs a negative factor? Headteacher Carole Farrar looks at how to weigh up the information when appointing early years staff.
Carole Farrar, an experienced headteacher, takes you through the process of appointing new staff members.
EYU contacted nursery managers about their experience of induction. In this issue we focus on your induction policy and how you can implement it effectively.
Angela Youngman investigates some initiatives designed to involve men in careers with young children.
What makes a good supply teacher? Former head Bob Jelley draws on some memories.
Headteacher Carole Hawkins lays to rest the common perception that independent schools enjoy a privileged and problem-free position in today’s education market.
Richard Bird, former headteacher and now legal consultant to the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL), suggests that heads – and those appointing them – should consider the myths they need to match.
Jenni Whitehead summarises the 2006 consultation paper on ‘Safer Recruitment and Vetting in the Education Service’.
The Government has just published an Independent Study into School Leadership, which includes recommendations on training and recruitment of leaders. This article examines the current shortage of leadership candidates, and contrasts this with the surplus of NQTs.
Schools in England and Wales are finding it increasingly difficult to appoint headteachers.