NAHT edge welcome booklet

welcome to

your dedicated trade union

welcome to your dedicated trade union i’m delighted you’ve joined NAHT edge, the union for middle leaders Your role can be both rewarding and demanding in equal measure, which is why it’s important you’re part of a union that understands the unique challenges you face. And for this reason our commitment isn’t just to protect you, but also to help you thrive in your role, both as a teacher and a school leader.

As an NAHT edge member you’ll have access to expert advice and a wide range of leadership-focused resources.

Whether it’s tackling difficult conversations or writing a subject improvement plan, our tools and advice are there to help you.

On top of this, we’ll ensure you stay abreast of the latest educational news and policy development.

As part of a growing community of middle leaders, I’d like to invite you to shape your trade union as it grows and evolves. If you’d like to find out more about getting involved please click here.

Thank you for being part of the NAHT edge family; your dedicated trade union.

croeso i’ch undeb ymroddgar dw i wrth fy modd eich bod wedi ymuno â NAHT edge, yr undeb ar gyfer arweinwyr canolig Gall eich rôl olygu llawer o foddhad a gwaith caled, a dyna pam ei bod yn bwysig eich bod yn rhan o undeb sy’n deall yr heriau unigryw rydych yn eu hwynebu. Am y rheswm hwn nid eich diogelu yn unig yw ein haddewid ond hefyd ymroi i’ch helpu chi i ffynnu yn eich rôl fel athro ac arweinydd ysgol.

Fel aelod o NAHT edge bydd cyngor arbenigol ac amrywiaeth helaeth o adnoddau penodol ar gyfer arweinyddiaeth ar gael ichi.

Boed yn ymdrin â sgyrsiau anodd neu ysgrifennu cynllun gwella pwnc, mae ein hadnoddau a’n cyngor ar gael i’ch helpu chi.

Yn ogystal â hyn, byddwn yn sicrhau y byddwch yn cadw ar y blaen i’r newyddion a’r datblygiadau polisi addysg diweddaraf.

Fel rhan o gymuned gynyddol o arweinwyr canolig, hoffwn eich gwahodd i chwarae rhan yn eich undeb wrth iddi dyfu ac esblygu.

Os hoffech wybod mwy am gymryd rhan, cliciwch yma.

Diolch am fod yn rhan o deulu NAHT edge family; eich undeb ymroddgar.

James Bowen director / cyfarwyddwr NAHT edge

membership benefits as an NAHT edge member you have access to fantastic offers and discounts from a range of affinity partners click here to find out more

access to an online suite of resources to help you succeed in your leadership role access to courses and conferences where you have the opportunity to learn, share experiences, listen to key educational leadership topics, and join debates dedicated legal protection and advice from specialist advisers

regular research round-up to keep you informed of the latest educational research that you can use and apply in your school the chance to hear from leading thinkers from the world of education through our monthly school leadership podcast and regular blogs a fortnightly e-newsletter to keep you abreast of the latest education news, so you’re always ahead of the curve

life membership Whether leaving a labour of love or embracing a life of leisure, there’s no doubt that retirement from leadership marks a huge change both personally and professionally.

There will be adjustments to make, new challenges to take on, and endless opportunities to explore.

At a time like this it’s paramount you don’t lose all the support you received in your working life.

And this is why life membership exists.

This crucial membership is that much needed reassurance that should any action be taken against you arising from your time in service while an NAHT edge member, we’ll be there to help you with advice and representation.

Click here to learn more about this fantastic way to stay in touch, share your wealth of knowledge, maintain access to affinity partner benefits, and so much more.

representation and advice Our specialist advice team is here to support you and in doing so, ensure you can carry out your job and fulfil your professional responsibilities with credibility, competence and confidence.

Whether you need support with handling a difficult conversation, dealing with a parental complaint, tackling poor staff performance, or dealing with decisions about pupil behaviour, please get in touch.

Normally, most queries are dealt with in the first instance, but where the issue’s particularly challenging or complex, we’ll arrange for you to speak to a specialist adviser. Their title says it all: experts in their field of primary and secondary school leadership, human resources, and employment legislation. Despite being a formidable team, we can also draw on wider expertise throughout the union, especially from our colleagues in the policy team who can raise matters on your behalf with government, and we can call on our regional officer team who are located in your own geographical region.

Thank you for being part of the NAHT edge family; your dedicated trade union.

Guy Dudley director advice and legal services

we’re here to help so whether it’s information, advice, guidance or support and protection, the specialist advice team is here for you

these are split into five distinct stages

your professional development and your career We’re committed to supporting our members’ professional development so that they can reach their full potential as teachers and leaders.

In the CPD section of the website, you’ll find details of our latest courses, some of which are offered in partnership with third party providers. If you’re interested in exploring a professional development event in your school, please click here or call 01444 472 405.

The career development section of the website houses a range of resources that will help you focus on your objectives to achieve a successful career. It will also provide you with the tools to plot a route to get there.

Stage

1

career development

Stage

2

choosing the right school

Stage

3

writing your personal statement and application form

Stage

4

preparing for a job interview

Stage

5

succeeding in your new role

help and advice when you need it In the help and advice section of the website you’ll find a wide range of resources such as our latest advice on topical issues, access to model policies, and quick-read tips on some of the trickiest aspects of middle leadership.

You’ll also find details of how to get in touch with us if you can’t find what you are looking for. Advice is broken down into three categories, so you can quickly access the resource you need.

for all urgent help and advice please contact us

call us

300 00 44 443 (option 2) 0 or +44 (0) 1444 472 482 if calling from outside the UK

Lines are open 8.30am - 5pm Monday to Friday If the line’s busy kindly leave a message and we’ll respond as soon as possible

email us

classroom

advice and help

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all other enquiries

Emails are monitored 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday We aim to respond within three days

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write to us NAHT edge, 1 Heath Square, Boltro Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1BL

employment

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