Senior Management Teams in Primary Schools

Recent years have seen dramatic developments in the way schools are structured and much greater emphasis placed on managing your school effectively. Every education professional knows how demanding these new methods can be, but they can also reinforce a sense of purpose and control. This text looks at how positive teamwork can be achieved within a school and illustrates the benefits it brings. Most teachers involved in managing their school will recognize the situations detailed in the case studies contained in the book - the forceful head, the overworked middle managers, the meetings that try to wade through the mountains of administration that face the modern teacher. The reader will find practical advice, clear guidelines, and case studies from schools that are involved in the process of good practice. The book should organize the reader in their approach and ensure that you reap the benefits of teamwork while avioding the pitfalls.