Course Description:
The course looks at the crucial role played by Heads in ensuring staff retention in schools. We consider the research underpinning the topic of retention; consider the importance of building a positive school culture in which performance management plays a constructive role; assess balancing workload and maintaining a work-life balance; and on the way we’ll be looking at benefits and salaries and addressing the question of providing employees with agency and voice.
Course Learning Objectives:
- Analyse and interpret current research findings on teacher retention and the factors contributing to it.
- Identify the concerns, motivations, and challenges faced by teachers from their viewpoint.
- Recognise the importance of fostering a positive school culture that supports professional growth and well-being.
- Develop strategies for promoting a collaborative and supportive educational environment.
- Evaluate the impact of career prospects, well-being initiatives, and recognition programs on teacher retention.
- Design and implement teacher evaluation systems that promote professional growth and provide constructive feedback.
- Identify and mitigate key factors that contribute to teacher attrition, including workload, compensation, and work-life balance.
Course Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, participants should be able to:
- Apply evidence-based strategies to improve teacher retention in their educational institution.
- Develop empathy and communication skills to engage with teachers more effectively.
- Create a positive and inclusive school culture that supports professional growth and well-being.
- Design and implement initiatives to enhance career prospects, well-being, and recognition for teachers.
- Develop a fair and effective teacher evaluation system that promotes continuous improvement.
- Engage teachers in decision-making processes and provide them with a voice within the institution.
This course aims to empower educators and educational leaders with the knowledge and tools to create a supportive and engaging environment that enhances teacher retention, ultimately contributing to the success and growth of their educational institutions.
Resources & Assessment:
- The course provides a range of resources to support learners and facilitate the application of acquired knowledge.
- The course incorporates a comprehensive final assessment, known as the ‘Course Test’, designed to evaluate participants’ understanding of the essential concepts covered throughout the course. Upon successfully passing this test, participants will be awarded a course certificate.
