An essential ally for school leaders at all levels. Comprehensively planned CPD, reliable resource packs and extensive guidance created with you in mind.
An essential ally for school leaders at all levels. Comprehensively planned CPD, reliable resource packs and extensive guidance created with you in mind.
Are you seeking to recruit a deputy headteacher or applying for a deputy headteacher role? This model Deputy Headteacher Job Description gives you a good starting point to know what the role will entail, including role responsibilities and duties. Accompanied with a person specification for the role, you will be ready to begin your recruitment process.
If you’re looking for some inspiration for 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.
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.
This comprehensive induction checklist will support you to ensure you have thought of everything you need to effectively induct and integrate a new staff member into your team. Broken down into sections, including prior to their start date, during their first day and first week, this is an easy to follow checklist for those staff leading and supporting induction. This resource is fully editable and adaptable so that you can add items relevant to your unique setting.
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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.
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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 ‘meet with pupils’ task requires the candidate to listen, build a rapport with pupils and establish an open dialogue while remaining considerate of the thoughts and feelings of pupils. Additionally, this task will assess and take into consideration pupil views and staff observations.
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 a pupil question and answer sheet as well as a staff record sheet.
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 lesson observation task requires the candidate to have a secure understanding of the curriculum and teaching practices, as well as the ability to provide effective and constructive feedback. They would need to demonstrate their ability to identify key strengths and areas for development and consider how to effectively deliver the feedback while addressing any concerns. Additionally, the candidate would be expected to showcase their thought processes by utilising the included proforma.
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.
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 assembly task requires the candidate to plan, lead and run an assembly for the whole school. The task will assess the candidates ability to communicate, confidently deliver information, build a rapport and motivate pupils.
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. The template includes space for them to note their considerations and priorities when planning the assembly delivery.
Looking for more interview tasks, take a look at our other options or interview task bundle.
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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.
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. 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.
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 curriculum planning task requires the candidate to have a secure understanding of the curriculum and teaching practices. 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.
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. 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.
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.
Looking to improve and refine your parent engagement and involvement? Wondering what you can do to further encourage parent engagement? This checklist will help you to consider what you can do at the beginning of the school year and ongoing, to improve and enhance parent engagement and involvement.
Looking to see where the gaps are in your provision? Take a look at our parent engagement audit and action plan here.
This parent engagement checklist forms part of a larger pack on surveying school stakeholders, which you can download for £10 from our website
For more resources, visit www.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.
Are you seeking to recruit an assistant headteacher or applying for an assistant headteacher role? This model Assistant Headteacher Job Description gives you a good starting point to know what the role will entail, including role responsibilities and duties. Accompanied with a person specification for the role, you will be ready to begin your recruitment process.
If you’re looking for some inspiration for assistant 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.
Are you stepping into the role of a SENDCo for the first time? As a new SENDCo, you have the important task of supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities, something which can feel challenging as you get used to the role. But don’t worry, we’re here to support you every step of the way with our comprehensive list designed specifically for new SENDCos. It’ll give you ideas of tasks to complete in your first few weeks, half-term and full term so you can hit the ground running and put your time and effort into supporting pupils, not trying to remember all the tasks you have to complete.
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
Teaching, Learning and Assessment
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.
Considering sending out surveys or questionnares to parents, carers and staff? Wondering what you need to think about beforehand? This mini pack shares a pre-survey checklist so you have everything you need, survey letter templates to inform parents, carers and staff of an upcoming survey and provide feedback, and considerations for what to do following the feedback analysis. We’ve also included some survey templates for you to send the surveys out on.
Looking for questions? Have a look at the range of questions we have here for parents, pupils and staff on a wide range of areas, covering all aspects as outlined in the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework (EIF).
This survey information forms part of a larger pack on surveying school stakeholders, which you can download for £10 from our website Honeyguide SLS.
For more resources, visit 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.
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 a way to monitor your school policies? Wanting to know when policies are due for renewal and which ones require governor approval?
Utilise this fully editable word document policy tracker template to keep on top of the policy cycle and ensure you are fully compliant.
Our full Ofsted Inspection Preparation Pack includes this and so much more. Visit our website for more information - 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.
This pack is available on our website Honeyguide SLS for £15.
Looking to review your school mental health and wellbeing policies, procedures and processes? Wondering how you could improve or evaluate your school’s approach?
As a school leader, you understand the importance of ensuring that your school provides the best possible support to promote the mental health and wellbeing of its pupils, staff and the wider school community. Support for mental health and wellbeing is of utmost importance as it directly influences the overall development and success of pupils, and with the information and resources in this pack, you can feel confident and well-prepared to audit this area and assist your continuing school improvement journey. Filled with useful points to consider, ways to move your thinking forward and covering the Education Inspection Framework (EIF) for mental health and wellbeing, this audit pack is useful for new and experienced leaders alike.
A comprehensive guidance pack with accompanying templates to help you audit the mental health and wellbeing practices, policies and procedures in your setting. This audit pack is designed to help you identify areas of strength and weakness in the school’s mental health and wellbeing provision and to provide recommendations for improvement.
This pack is suitable for headteachers, deputy headteachers, assistant headteachers, pastoral and welfare leaders, designated safeguarding leads (DSLs) and members of the senior leadership team wishing to develop their understanding of mental health and wellbeing practices and seeking to assess and evaluate the support and provision in the setting.
When you make your purchase, you’ll receive the whole pack, including:
A 13-page PDF in full colour containing all the guidance, research and information you need.
5 fully editable and easy-to-use templates that can be adapted for your setting. These include:
Mental Health Audit
Quality of Education Action Plan
Ofsted Grade Descriptor Grids
Mental Health Document Checklist
Mental Health Question Bank
Our full Ofsted Inspection Preparation pack includes this and so much more.
Visit our website for more information - 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.
Does it feel like your to-do list is spiraling out of control as the end of the school year rapidly approaches? Don’t panic - Honeyguide’s comprehensive End-of-Year Checklist is here to support you every step of the way. We cover all the essential tasks you need to consider, from completing administrative duties to arranging leavers and goodbye assemblies. Stay organised, ensure a smooth transition and make the most of this critical period with our practical checklist. With Honeyguide by your side, you can confidently navigate the end of the summer term and set the foundation for a successful new academic year.
A 10-page fully editable checklist to support your thinking as the end of the school year approaches.
Work through the list, delete any tasks that aren’t relevant to your school and plan when you’ll need to complete relevant tasks by. Crucially, consider who tasks can be delegated to as there are many jobs that need to be completed by the end of the school year but they don’t all need to be done by you. Add any tasks not mentioned that are specific to your setting and keep this to-do list updated as you get towards the end of the summer term.
Then celebrate your successes with a well-deserved summer holiday break!
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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 check and tighten your pre-employment tasks, ensuring you’re compliant with the regulations set out in KCSIE? Want to confirm your single central record (SCR) is up to date and not missing anything it needs to have. Expecting an Ofsted inspection?
Utilise our fully editable and easy to use word document template safer recruitment, pre-employment and SCR checklists to ensure you are compliant and that all necesary check have been completed and are recorded accurately. Useful for the chair of governors and the governing body when checking the single central record and recruitment and employment procedures and processes.
Our full Ofsted Inpection Pack includes this and so much more.
Visit our website Honeyguide SLS 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 check your website has all the policies required? Due an Ofsted inspection and wanting to ensure your website is compliant? Use this full editable word document website compliance checklist to ensure you have everything you need. Updated and in line with recommendations outlined in the Education Inspection Framework (EIF).
Our full Ofsted Preparation Pack includes this and so much more, available on Honeyguide SLS website.
Visit Honeyguide SLS 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.
This pack is available for £15 on our website Honeyguide SLS.
Looking to review your school behaviour and attitudes policies, procedures and processes? Wondering how you could improve or evaluate your school’s approach?
As a school leader, you understand the importance of ensuring that your school provides the best possible education for its pupils. Behaviour and attitudes are integral aspects of a positive and conducive learning environment, and with the information and resources in this pack, you can feel confident and well-prepared to audit this area and assist your continuing school improvement journey.
Filled with useful points to consider, ways to move your thinking forward and covering the Education Inspection Framework (EIF) for behaviour and attitudes, this audit pack is useful for new and experienced leaders alike.
A comprehensive guidance pack with accompanying templates to help you audit the behaviour and attitudes practices, policies and procedures in your setting. This audit pack is designed to help you identify areas of strength and weakness in the school’s behaviour and attitudes provision and to provide recommendations for improvement.
Throughout the pack, we’ll explain concepts, guide your thinking and provide scaffolds if you need them so you can focus on adapting everything to the needs of your pupils and staff, allowing you to be confident and well-prepared before, during and after conducting an audit.
This pack is suitable for headteachers, deputy headteachers, assistant headteachers, pastoral and welfare leaders, designated safeguarding leads (DSLs) and members of the senior leadership team wishing to develop their understanding of the Ofsted behaviour and attitudes judgement area and seeking to assess, evaluate and improve behaviour and attitudes in the setting.
When you make your purchase, you’ll receive the whole pack, including:
A 13-page PDF in full colour containing all the guidance, research and information you need.
5 fully editable and easy-to-use templates that can be adapted for your setting. These include:
Quality of Education Audit
Quality of Education Action Plan
Ofsted Grade Descriptor Grids
Quality of Education Document Checklist
Quality of Education Question Bank
Our full Ofsted Inspection Preparation pack includes this and so much more. Visit Honeyguide SLS for more 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.