This webinar introduces the concept of leadership within Further Education and skills (FES), focusing on both student development and teacher professional growth. It offers practical strategies and reflective activities to embed leadership in everyday teaching practice and to support your journey into leadership.

Join us to explore the importance of leadership in FE, apply practical strategies to develop student leadership and connect student leadership to professional growth through practical examples of leadership theory. 

Drawing on the ETF Professional Standards for Middle Leaders, this session will provide leaders with valuable insights into leveraging networking to foster personal and professional growth, drive institutional change and build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Participants will learn actionable strategies to expand and sustain their professional networks, empowering them to excel in their leadership roles and contribute effectively to their organisations.

This webinar aims to highlight the critical role of networking in leadership development, particularly for aspiring leaders in the Further Education and Skills sector. Drawing on the ETF Professional Standards for Aspiring Leaders, the session will provide insights into how effective networking can enhance leadership skills, open career opportunities and foster a collaborative environment. Participants will learn practical strategies to build and maintain a robust professional network, ultimately supporting their journey to becoming successful leaders in the FE sector.

Objectives:

1. Understanding the Importance of Networking
2. Developing Networking Skills
3. Applying Networking Principles in Practice

Recent changes to the initial teacher education framework in further education mean those entering the profession can expect more peer support, a second placement and a greater emphasis on innovative inclusive practices, writes David Adams.

How do we introduce Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in FE to shape a sustainable future?

Join us to explore how FE organisations can embed ESD to empower learners, staff, and communities to create positive change.

Whether you’re just starting out or already embedding sustainability into your curriculum and culture, this session will help you connect ideas to action, shaping a more sustainable future for all.

The final webinar in our Professionalism series with Dr Barbara van der Eecken explores how Middle and Senior FES leaders can shape a culture of professionalism by embedding dual professionalism in strategy, systems and behaviours. It highlights the importance of empowering staff, aligning CPD with organisational goals and leading through trust and distributed leadership.