LION LEADERSHIP COURSES

The Lion Leadership courses are an excellent opportunity for those looking forward to developing their leadership skills for the next stage of their career. 

They have been thoughtfully planned to allow colleagues both internally and externally to the Lion Alliance to benefit from the expert knowledge that our staff members hold. These staff members are in key positions and are hand picked from across our partners schools to draw on their expertise; nurturing a new generation of school leaders.

Our courses run from February to December every year and we advertise for the new cohort of participants between December and February. Check our website again during this period to find out how you can join.

WHAT ARE THE LION LEADERSHIP COURSES?

Our courses are a meticulously selected set of peer learning group sessions so participants can gain a deeper understanding into aspects of more senior roles that they might be looking to progress into in the future. They have been designed with the NPQ’s (National Professional Qualifications) in mind, considering the same objectives and providing an alternative option that is rooted in learning directly from those employed in senior roles currently.

As the relevant NPQ’s for anyone aspiring to become a middle leader and for middle leaders themselves being discontinued, we offer a fantastic course in lieu of these gaps, at a competitive price.

COURSE FEES

LION ALLIANCE MEMBERS

Associate Leaders (AL)

£ 150 / person
  • Exclusive price for Lion Alliance staff members in our partner schools

Aspiring Middle Leaders (AML)

£ 150 / person
  • Exclusive price for Lion Alliance staff members in our partner schools

Middle Leaders (ML)

£ 200 / person
  • Exclusive price for Lion Alliance staff members in our partner schools

Senior Leaders (SL)

£ 250 / person
  • Exclusive price for Lion Alliance staff members in our partner schools

NON-LION ALLIANCE MEMBERS

Associate Leaders (AL)

£ 200 / person
  • Competitive price for associate professionals outside of the Lion Alliance

Aspiring Middle Leaders (AML)

£ 200 / person
  • Competitive price for teaching professionals outside of the Lion Alliance

Middle Leaders (ML)

£ 250 / person
  • Competitive price for teaching professionals outside of the Lion Alliance

Senior Leaders (SL)

£ 300 / person
  • Competitive price for teaching professionals outside of the Lion Alliance

WHAT TO EXPECT

Each participant will receive a ‘participant guide‘ including these course outlines and other information that they may find useful. As the courses require a fee, there are clear expectations and procedures set out for participants at the start of the course so that professionalism and good conduct are followed by both those hosting the course sessions and by participants themselves.

Participants on all 3 courses will also be required to complete a project as part of their learning. This is a personal project that will vary between people on the course and there is a session to discuss this in further detail. It’s important to note that the project will explore something that is relevant to you and your needs or aspirations and will require engagement by participants.

COURSE CURRICULUM

  • Associate Leaders (AL) Course

    Best suited to associate staff (non teaching roles in school) who would like to improve their leadership and management skills, as they make steps into more senior roles.

Course guide – TBC

You’ll be involved in:

– 2 Virtual ‘Peer Learning Group’ sessions per term (Spring, Summer and Autumn) covering a variety of leadership topics.

LEADERSHIP SELF-AUDIT 
Completing a review your strengths and weaknesses so you can see how you’ve progressed.

A PROJECT
Plan and action an ongoing project across the year that suits you and your local school needs and context. This includes:
– 1 ‘Project Introduction’ session in the Spring.
– 1 ‘Project Review and reflect’ session in the Autumn.

IN SCHOOL COACH
You’ll nominate and work with an in-school coach to assist with developing your understanding and skills.

  • Aspiring Middle Leaders (AML) Course

    Best suited to teaching staff (Primary or Secondary) who would like to step into middle leadership or who have very recently taken on additional responsibility. This may be as TLR holder, Pastoral Lead, Head of Department, Year Group Lead or Subject Lead.

Course guide – TBC

 

You’ll be involved in:

– 2 Virtual ‘Peer Learning Group’ sessions per term (Spring, Summer and Autumn) covering a variety of leadership topics.

LEADERSHIP SELF-AUDIT 
Completing a review your strengths and weaknesses so you can see how you’ve progressed.

A PROJECT
Plan and action an ongoing project across the year that suits you and your local school needs and context. This includes:
– 1 ‘Project Introduction’ session in the Spring.
– 1 ‘Project Review and reflect’ session in the Autumn.

IN SCHOOL COACH
You’ll nominate and work with an in-school coach to assist with developing your understanding and skills.

  • Middle Leaders (ML) Course

    Best suited to teaching staff (Primary or Secondary) who are currently Middle Leaders (TLR holder, Pastoral Lead, Head of Department, Year Group Lead or Subject Lead) and would like opportunities to improve their leadership skills, build networks with other Middle Leaders and aspire to Senior Leadership.

(ML) Middle Leaders Programme GENERIC

You’ll be involved in:

– 2 Virtual ‘Peer Learning Group’ sessions per term (Spring, Summer and Autumn) covering a variety of leadership topics.

360 REVIEW
An in depth 360 review of your leadership qualities, provided by your locally nominated colleagues.

A PROJECT
Plan and action an ongoing project across the year that suits you and your local school needs and context. This includes:
– 1 ‘Project Introduction’ session in the Spring.
– 1 ‘Project Review and reflect’ session in the Autumn.

IN SCHOOL COACH
You’ll nominate and work with an in-school coach to assist with developing your understanding and skills.

  • Senior (SL) Course

    Best suited to teaching staff (Primary or Secondary) who are currently Senior Leaders (part of a senior team, Assistant Headteacher) who like opportunities to improve their leadership skills, build networks with other Senior Leaders and aspire to Deputy Headship.

(SL) Senior Leaders Programme GENERIC

You’ll be involved in:

– 2 Virtual ‘Peer Learning Group’ sessions per term (Spring, Summer and Autumn) covering a variety of leadership topics.

360 REVIEW
An in depth 360 review of your leadership qualities, provided by your locally nominated colleagues.

A PROJECT
Plan and action an ongoing project across the year that suits you and your local school needs and context. This includes:
– 1 ‘Project Introduction’ session in the Spring.
– 1 ‘Project Review and reflect’ session in the Autumn.

IN SCHOOL COACH
You’ll nominate and work with an in-school coach to assist with developing your understanding and skills.

WHY LION LEADERSHIP?

Networking & engagement in a local school context
As a large Alliance we are proud of the varied and strong expertise we boast across our Primary and Secondary phases, including Independent and State schools and spreading across Coventry, Kenilworth and Rugby. This local knowledge ensures sessions are relevant and grounded in your everyday experience. Hosts plan sessions independently, bringing their personal expertise and examples to the fore. We operate a combined model of face to face and virtual sessions, ensuring you have opportunities to meet colleagues from across the Alliance and providing invaluable networking opportunities.
Professional development aimed an nurturing career progression
At the core of our values is a desire to support all teachers to be the very best they can be, whatever stage of their career. We have therefore designed four discrete strands of Lion Leadership ensuring there is not only natural progression from one stage to the next, but also something on offer for everyone whether you’re new to middle leadership or aspiring to progress to Deputy Headship.

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