This one day online conference will explore the relationship between leading with the head and the heart as we contemplate the power of compassionate leadership. As with any period of great change, there is an opportunity that follows in which school leaders have the chance to bring about change for the better. If change is the only constant in life, then let’s do it better!

‘Head leaders’ are great at creating a strategy, systems and plans, setting goals, following a budget and holding their team accountable to the plan’s actions and processes. Leading with your head is about competence, skills, and knowledge. Teams who need structure and who struggle with managing their time, work best under this kind of leadership.

‘Heart leaders’ are great at making people feel special, giving them a sense of purpose and making them feel appreciated for the work they do. They focus strongly on relationships and make team members feel that they are a part of the success of a school community. Heart leaders care about the teams´ happiness and about their ambitions and welfare.

How do you strike the balance between the two? There’s no need to choose one leadership style over the other, but rather combine and adopt the best parts of both.

Chaired by Andrew Hammond, Head Teacher, Education Adviser and Author, keynote speakers will include:
• Katie Mobed - Sports Psychologist and Co-founder of Moonshot Series
• Ginny Bootman - Experienced Head Teacher and SENCo
• Pranav Patel - Educator and Coach.