Working hard for better pay Ian Hartwright, NAHT head of policy (professional), outlines that while this year’s 5.5% pay increase is a positive step, much more is needed to restore school leaders’ pay and make the profession competitive and sustainable 06 December 2024
Navigating the emotional toll of permanent exclusion in education In this article, the author – whose identity has been kept anonymous – explores the emotional and professional challenges head teachers face when making the difficult decision to permanently exclude a pupil while highlighting the systemic issues that often lead to this point. 04 December 2024
NAHT Sunderland’s ‘No excuse for abuse’ campaign Journalist Nic Paton examines the NAHT Sunderland branch’s response to the alarming rise in parental abuse toward school staff since the covid-19 pandemic. The branch’s ‘No excuse for abuse’ campaign is central to its efforts, empowering school leaders and staff to stand up against abusive behaviour and promote a culture of respect in schools. 04 December 2024
Sharing the load: When two heads are better than one Journalist Nic Paton examines how co-headship offers a collaborative leadership model that can enhance decision-making and alleviate some of the pressures typically faced by head teachers in their traditionally solitary roles. 04 December 2024
Building relationships with government Paul Whiteman, NAHT general secretary, considers how our relationship with the government has changed since July – and is still changing – with Labour in power 04 December 2024