Are you seeking to recruit an assistant or deputy headteacher or applying for an assistant or deputy headteacher role? This comprehensive selection of over 50 example model questions is broken down into sections including safeguarding, leadership, teaching and learning, curriculum and assessment, inclusion, communication and relationships and financial management. Included, is examples of what to look for in an answer. These questions are useful for both those recruiting for the role and those applying for the role. Fully editable and in a format that’s ready to use, you can edit the questions to meet the requirements of your setting. If you’re looking for some inspiration for assistant or deputy headteacher interview tasks or wondering what they may entail, take a look at our other resources. For more resources, visit out website Honeyguide SLS. Disclaimer: This resource is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as professional advice. The information provided herein is not tailored to your specific circumstances therefore we can not guarantee the completeness, accuracy or appropriateness of the information presented. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.

Looking for an in-tray task to support the recruitment process for an assistant or deputy headteacher? This task requires the candidate to order and prioritise a set of communication tasks and provide a suggested response with any further actions needed. They would need to demonstrate their ability to delegate, manage time, work under pressure and meet deadlines. This fully editable resource is useful for those recruiting for an assistant headteacher or deputy headteacher position, as well as those applying as a candidate for the role to help prepare for the interview. Included are 6 different tasks, with template information including space for candidates to add their response to each piece of communication and their intended next steps. You may also find this task useful to support coaching and mentoring conversations with staff members who need support in prioritisation. Looking for more interview tasks, take a look at our other options or interview task bundle. Visit our website to find more Honeyguide SLS. Disclaimer: This resource is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as professional advice. The information provided herein is not tailored to your specific circumstances therefore we can not guarantee the completeness, accuracy or appropriateness of the information presented. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.

As a subject leader, a subject self-evaluation is a process that allows you to assess the effectiveness of your subject area across a period of time (usually an academic year). It typically includes analysing any pupil performance data available, gathering feedback from students and staff, evaluating the effectiveness of teaching and the resources available, and reviewing the curriculum. A key part of the self-evaluation is understanding it’s not just recalling what happened but highlighting the impact that subject leadership has had. We’ve included two fully editable word document templates for you to self evaluate your subject area: Self-Evaluation Form – Concise: a shorter form for making a broader evaluation. This is less time consuming and more useful when you already have a good understanding of your subject area in your setting. It can also be used when your subject area doesn’t require rapid improvement and just needs less invasive monitoring to keep it on track. Self-Evaluation Form – In-Depth: a longer form that covers the Ofsted grade descriptors and allows you to make an in-depth judgement about the current status of your subject area in your school. This is useful if you want to get to know your subject well, if you know you need to make rapid changes or if you believe your school will be inspected and you want to use this to bolster your confidence and understanding. Our full subject leader pack includes this and so much more. Visit honeyguide-sls.co.uk for further information. Disclaimer: This resource is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as professional advice. The information provided herein is not tailored to your specific circumstances therefore we can not guarantee the completeness, accuracy or appropriateness of the information presented. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.

Do you have tried and trusted safeguarding INSET training but need to quickly deliver this year’s KCSIE 2024 updates to staff? Look no further - this PowerPoint and handout does exactly that! Based on the 2024 KCSIE, it’s a brilliant time-saver for anyone delivering safeguarding training and updates. You can find this available free and more resources by visiting Honeyguide-SLS.co.uk

Prevent Duty Update 2023 Need to update colleagues and yourself on the changes to the 2023 Prevent duty? This brilliant PowerPoint and checklist bundle does the job. Full Prevent duty Awareness training pack for 2023 updates can be found on our website for £5 Honeyguide-SLS.co.uk You can find more safeguarding resources by visiting our website - Honeyguide SLS

Looking for an in-tray task to support the recruitment process for an assistant or deputy headteacher? This presentation task requires the candidate to deliver a short presentation to a small panel based on a pre-determined topic or theme. They would need to demonstrate their ability to communicate, present, answer questions and respond to challenge as well as share their views in a well-considered manner. Additionally, the candidate would be required to engage the audience and demonstrate how their views match the school’s vision. This fully editable resource is useful for those recruiting for an assistant headteacher or deputy headteacher position, as well as those applying as a candidate for the role to help prepare for the interview. Included in this resource is an evaluation sheet to be used by the panel to support panel discussions when appointing a candidate to the role. Looking for more interview tasks, take a look at our other options or interview task bundle. Visit our website to find more Honeyguide SLS. Disclaimer: This resource is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as professional advice. The information provided herein is not tailored to your specific circumstances therefore we can not guarantee the completeness, accuracy or appropriateness of the information presented. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.

Looking for an in-tray task to support the recruitment process for an assistant or deputy headteacher? This data analysis task requires the candidate to analyse and interpret the data to identify trends, patterns and areas for improvement. They would need to demonstrate their ability to extract meaningful insights from the data, make evidence-based recommendations and propose strategies for enhancing pupil achievement and wellbeing. Additionally, the candidate would be expected to showcase their proficiency in using data analysis tools and present their findings in a clear and concise manner, highlighting their strong analytical skills and their capacity to inform decision-making in an educational setting. This resource is useful for those recruiting for an assistant headteacher or deputy headteacher position, as well as those applying as a candidate for the role to help prepare for the interview. We’ve also included a worked example of some survey data that could be used as part of the process. Looking for more interview tasks, take a look at our other options or interview task bundle. Visit our website to find more - Honeyguide SLS Disclaimer: This resource is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as professional advice. The information provided herein is not tailored to your specific circumstances therefore we can not guarantee the completeness, accuracy or appropriateness of the information presented. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.

Use this Teaching Assistant (TA) skills audit as part of your appraisal and performance management process, or to identify training needs. This is also helpful for TAs to use to identify progression and next steps. For more resources, visit out website Honeyguide SLS. Our Skills Audit Bundle includes this and audits for a variety of other roles. Available on our website Honeyguide-SLS.uk Disclaimer: This resource is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as professional advice. The information provided herein is not tailored to your specific circumstances therefore we can not guarantee the completeness, accuracy or appropriateness of the information presented. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.

Looking for an in-tray task to support the recruitment process for an assistant or deputy headteacher? This ‘goldfish bowl’ task requires the candidate to undertake a set task alongside other candidates while being observed doing so. They would need to demonstrate their ability to lead, work with others, communicate, listen, feedback and persuade. This fully editable resource is useful for those recruiting for an assistant headteacher or deputy headteacher position, as well as those applying as a candidate for the role to help prepare for the interview. It includes templates for both the candidate and the staff members observing the task in play. Looking for more interview tasks, take a look at our other options or interview task bundle. Visit our website to find more Honeyguide SLS. Disclaimer: This resource is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as professional advice. The information provided herein is not tailored to your specific circumstances therefore we can not guarantee the completeness, accuracy or appropriateness of the information presented. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.

Expecting Ofsted or want to be prepared for when the Ofsted call comes through? If you decide that a folder (or similar) is an appropriate route for you, you’ll want to collate all relevant documentation and evidence you have that demonstrates your school is meeting the required standards and expectations. Our Ofsted Folder Checklist gives a comprehensive outline so that you can have everything you need within reach when the call comes through. This fully editable word document template can help you and your team prepare. Our full Ofsted Inspection Preparation pack includes this and so much more. Visit honeyguide-sls.co.uk for further information. Disclaimer: This resource is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as professional advice. The information provided herein is not tailored to your specific circumstances therefore we can not guarantee the completeness, accuracy or appropriateness of the information presented. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.

Are you stepping into the role of designated safeguarding lead (DSL) but wondering where to start or which tasks to prioritise? Firstly, congratulations! And secondly, don’t worry - this Honeyguide resource will support your thinking right from the start. We’ve outlined key tasks for your first few weeks, half-term and full term to help you feel organised and confident, so you can focus on what you do best - supporting pupils and families to be safe, happy and healthy. Broken down into sections - before you begin, your first few weeks, first half-term and term, you can feel ready and prepared for what’s ahead. Themes covered in this comprehensive document include: School Improvement Building Relationships Leadership and Management Community Engagement Safeguarding Specific Tasks Governance and External Advisors Policies and Procedures Network Building Personal and Professional Development Personal Life For more resources, visit out website Honeyguide SLS. Disclaimer: This resource is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as professional advice. The information provided herein is not tailored to your specific circumstances therefore we can not guarantee the completeness, accuracy or appropriateness of the information presented. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.

Looking for an in-tray task to support the recruitment process for an assistant or deputy headteacher? This data analysis task requires the candidate to analyse and interpret the data to identify trends, patterns and areas for improvement. They would need to demonstrate their ability to extract meaningful insights from the data, make evidence-based recommendations and propose strategies for enhancing pupil achievement and wellbeing. Additionally, the candidate would be expected to showcase their proficiency in using data analysis tools and present their findings in a clear and concise manner, highlighting their strong analytical skills and their capacity to inform decision-making in an educational setting. This resource is useful for those recruiting for an assistant headteacher or deputy headteacher position, as well as those applying as a candidate for the role to help prepare for the interview. Looking for more interview tasks, take a look at our other options or interview task bundle. Visit our website to find more Honeyguide SLS. Disclaimer: This resource is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as professional advice. The information provided herein is not tailored to your specific circumstances therefore we can not guarantee the completeness, accuracy or appropriateness of the information presented. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.

Looking for an in-tray task to support the recruitment process for SENDCo? This task requires the candidate to work through a set of real-life scenarios to determine actions and next steps. This task will assess the candidates ability to prioritise and act appropriately and efficiently, recognising where links may occur. This fully editable resource is useful for those recruiting for a SENDCo position, as well as those applying as a candidate for the role to help prepare for the interview. The template includes space for them to note their considerations and recommendations. Looking for more interview tasks, take a look at our other options or interview task bundle. Visit our website to find more Honeyguide SLS Disclaimer: This resource is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as professional advice. The information provided herein is not tailored to your specific circumstances therefore we can not guarantee the completeness, accuracy or appropriateness of the information presented. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk. The focus is to demonstrate that they can examine selected curriculum planning documents from your school and engage in a conversation with a senior leader or a curriculum leader, exploring the advantages and obstacles associated with them.

To determine the necessary areas for CPD in your school, it’s important to gather a variety of evidence and sources to precisely identify CPD requirements. One approach is to ask staff to complete a CPD Survey that evaluates their level of confidence in specific areas. Staff rate their confidence in a variety of areas and the results from this will feed into your CPD plan going forward. With a wide range of questions to ask staff on topics and themes, including behaviour management, assessment, feedback and marking, SEND, subject leadership, parent and carer communication, working with others, safeguarding, planning, pupil voice and more, utilise this to ask your staff team questions to truly help them improve their practice. If you haven’t already, gather information regarding staff subject knowledge and confidence to support CPD planning, using the CPD survey template. Utilise this to provide ongoing support which is aligned to your curriculum offer and develops staff members. Consider how this CPD feeds into your wider school priorities and planning by using the CPD Plan and Cycle. The CPD offered and provided to staff is a focus of Ofsted inspections. These two templates are fully editable work documents, so you can tailor them to suit the needs of your individual school or setting and evidence the work you have done to provide high-quality and appropriate CPD for your staff team. Our full Ofsted Inspection Preparation pack includes this and so much more. Visit honeyguide-sls.co.uk for further information. Disclaimer: This resource is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as professional advice. The information provided herein is not tailored to your specific circumstances therefore we can not guarantee the completeness, accuracy or appropriateness of the information presented. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.

Looking for questions to use in pupil, parent, staff and governor surveys to find out their views on the school curriculum and quality of education? Look no further! This list of questions can be used to create your surveys with ease. These questions also cover the aspects and areas Ofsted inspectors cover in their staff, parent and pupil surveys. Utilise the findings of these as evidence for how you are working with stakeholders, listening to and gathering their views and working together for school improvement. This fully editable word document resource also enables you to edit the questions straight away so that they can represent your setting most effectively. Our full Ofsted Inspection Preparation pack includes this and so much more. Visit honeyguide-sls.co.uk for further information. Disclaimer: This resource is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as professional advice. The information provided herein is not tailored to your specific circumstances therefore we can not guarantee the completeness, accuracy or appropriateness of the information presented. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.

Looking to explore the subject of Geography in-depth or hoping to feel more confident about an upcoming Geography Deep Dive? Tailored for Geography subject leaders, this bundle helps you to consider intent, implementation and impact questions that are specific to Geography, allowing you to consider areas of strength and weakness so you can plan for improvement and (if you feel you need to) prepare for Ofsted. Included in this pack: Geography Deep Dive and Subject Evaluation Audit - over 100 deep dive questions about Geography to ask stakeholders, including senior leaders, subject leaders, teachers and pupils. As Geography subject leader, you can use these to reflect on the current picture of Geography in your setting and explore specific areas further when listening to staff and pupil voice. Many Geography subject leads find it helpful to practise them with other leaders to build their own confidence in preparation for a Geography Ofsted deep dive. Geography Subject Knowledge Question Bank - content-specific questions for Geography covering KS1, KS2 and KS3. They’re ideal if you’re wanting to explore staff Geography subject knowledge. Deep Dive Process Overview - use this to structure your internal deep dive in Geography, working through the process of identifying your perceived strengths and weaknesses, observation and questioning, and creating a plan of action. Deep Dive Evidence Exploration - a handy place to collate all your observation notes when conducting a deep dive, including observing Geography lessons, asking pupils about their learning in Geography and looking through work. This pack is available on our website for £12.50. You can find more curriculum resources by visiting our website Honeyguide SLS.

Have you got a Head of Department interview coming up? These helpful example Head of Department interview questions include suggested responses for answers to help you prepare and succeed at interview. For more recruitment resources and guidance, visit our website honeyguide-sls.co.uk

This easy-to-use learning walk / lesson observation template provides an effective outline for the process from start to finish. From planning the learning walk, to your observation notes and analysing what you’ve seen afterwards, this template will help to identify positives and areas for development and future training needs. Our full Subject Leader Pack includes this and so much more. Available on our website honeyguide-sls.co.uk Disclaimer: This resource is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as professional advice. The information provided herein is not tailored to your specific circumstances therefore we can not guarantee the completeness, accuracy or appropriateness of the information presented. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.

Expecting an Ofsted inspection? One item that may be helpful to have at hand during the call is an Ofsted Phone Call Crib Sheet with important details and figures. While this is information you certainly already know, it can be easy for your mind to go blank during the call. Having the crib sheet ready on your desk that you can refer to during the telephone conversation can help you to feel prepared. An updated 2024 Ofsted Phone Call Preparation Pack can be found on our website Honeyguide SLS for £15. This easy to use and fully editable word document can ensure you and your team are prepared for when that call comes through. Our full Ofsted Inspection Preparation pack includes this and so much more. Visit honeyguide-sls.co.uk for further information. Disclaimer: This resource is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as professional advice. The information provided herein is not tailored to your specific circumstances therefore we can not guarantee the completeness, accuracy or appropriateness of the information presented. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.