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Trust Matters Lessons in Leadership

Education EN ↓ 28 episodes

In Trust Matters Lessons in Leadership, we dive deep into the real-world experiences of multi-academy trust leaders, education experts, and leadership coaches. Hosted by The Key, this series explores the unique challenges and opportunities in the education sector, offering practical advice and actionable insights for trust leaders and school leaders alike.-Each episode delivers clear takeaways, concise discussions, and a holistic view on leadership, with guests who represent the diverse voices within trusts and schools. From strategic decisions to everyday challenges, we focus on relevant, rea...

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How to roll out a digital strategy across 62 schools - Building teams, breaking down barriers & being a neurodivergent leader 25.09.2024 44:36

In this episode, we sit down with Gemma Gwilliam, head of digital learning, education, and innovation at the Portsmouth Education Partnership. Gemma shares insights into her unique role, leading the implementation of a digital strategy across all 62 schools in Portsmouth - a city where every school, whether part of a trust or local authority, is united under the same partnership. She reveals her c...

What trust leaders can learn from premier league football managers - Managing a team, navigating change & finding your purpose 18.09.2024 42:30

In this episode, we chat with Phil Denton, former headteacher, leadership coach, and author of The First 100 Days: Lessons In Leadership From The Football Bosses , for an engaging discussion on leadership and the fascinating parallels between education and football management. Phil shares the story of how his chance meeting with former Tranmere Rovers and Dundee United manager Micky Mellon sparked...

How AI can transform your trust - Reducing workload, enhancing teaching & influencing leadership 18.09.2024 43:23

In the first episode of our series, we speak with Chris Goodall, Head of Digital Education at Bourne Education Trust, about his pioneering work in integrating AI across 26 schools. Chris shares his strategies for getting staff on board with AI, offering practical tips and insights into how he conducts training sessions. He provides real-life examples of how AI is being used within the trust to red...