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The We Lead Well Podcast

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Education
Leadership
Equity In Education
School Leadership
Educational Inequality
Under-Resourced Students
Unconscious Bias
Teacher Wellbeing
Coaching
Education Leadership
Cultural Capital
Social Mobility
School Culture
Well-Being In Education
Teacher Retention
Burnout
Psychological Safety
Teacher Resilience
Well-Being In Schools
Mental Fitness

The wellbeing of staff in schools has never been more important. With almost a third of new staff leaving the profession after just five years and 26% of teachers saying they are thinking of leaving in the next 12 months (National Foundation for Educational Research), we are facing a teacher retention crisis. The We Lead Well Podcast has been created in response to this crisis, to encourage and su... more

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For the latest episode of the We Lead Well podcast, I interviewed the exceptional Bridget Harrison about making school leadership sustainable; she shares experience from headship and trust director roles to show why boundaries, reflection and trust m... more

In the second episode of our conversation with Dr. Jeremy Hannay we discussed compassionate, curiosity-driven school leadership that prioritises staff wellbeing and creates systems for teacher-led improvement.

We talked about how leaders can replace... more

In this episode I had the absolute privilege of talking to  Dr Jeremy Hannay who shared his knowledge and understanding of how to lead schools differently by prioritising staff well‑being, having a clear moral purpose, and relationship‑based leadersh... more

In this episode, I had a conversation with Jaycee Ward, a passionate Key Stage 1 phase leader and SLT member, about her leadership journey. We explored expectation versus reality in leadership, the values that guide Jaycee: kindness, honesty and resp... more

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Recent Guests

Bridget Harrison
Deputy CEO and Director of Education for a small multi-academy trust
Multi-Academy Trust
Episode: Sustainable Leadership: Keeping Schools Strong by Protecting Leaders
Dr. Jeremy Hannay
Executive principal of Three Bridges Primary School and Wolffield Primary School
Three Bridges Primary School
Episode: Lead Slowly, Lead Well: Reimagining School Leadership with Dr Jeremy Hannay
Jaycee Ward
Key Stage 1 Phase Lead and member of SLT
Episode: Young, Kind & Brave: Jaycee Ward on Leading with Empathy
Sarah Brown
Education expert and head of Learning First at International Schools Partnership
International Schools Partnership
Episode: Reclaiming Joy in Schools: Curriculum, Agency and Wellbeing
Evelyn Ford
Former head teacher with a career in education spanning 25 years
Episode: Evelyn Forde - Making Schools More Equitable
Audrey Pantelis
Founder and director of Elevation Coaching and Consulting, former headteacher of a special needs school
Elevation Coaching and Consulting
Episode: Bridging Leadership Gaps with Audrey Pantelis
Chrissy Carter
Former head teacher, speaker, and mental fitness advocate
Thinking Spot Coaching
Episode: Resilience in Education: Krissi Carter's Journey
Paddy Russell
Headteacher at Ladybridge High School
Ladybridge High School
Episode: Innovative Leadership and Well-being in Schools: Insights from Paddy Russell
Eli Jones
Director of Academic Innovation and Community Engagement at Burris Laboratory School
Burris Laboratory School, Ball State University
Episode: Transforming Education with Eli Jones: A Curriculum Revolution

Host

Vicki McGuire
Leadership coach focused on education, well-being, and supporting leaders in schools. She emphasizes the importance of sustainable leadership practices and teacher retention.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • A must for school leaders

    The guests in this podcast really know their stuff. I’ve learned so much about how to be a better leader.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ando54321
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • A great podcast for future leaders

    Great insight and interesting guests. Would love to work for the leaders that are interviewed in these podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Not taken name again!
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the expertise of guests and the actionable insights offered, highlighting the relevance of the discussions to their work environments.
The focus on well-being and leadership resonates well, providing valuable perspectives for current and aspiring educational leaders.

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#238
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Young, Kind & Brave: Jaycee Ward on Leading with Empathy
Q: What would you say to older educators about young leaders stepping into roles?
Give them a chance; support them in developing into kind and compassionate leaders.
Young, Kind & Brave: Jaycee Ward on Leading with Empathy
Q: What would you say to young people who want to make more of a difference in leadership?
I'd say focus on your why and understand your motivations behind wanting to be a leader.
Innovative Leadership and Well-being in Schools: Insights from Paddy Russell
Q: What are your thoughts on project-based learning?
Paddy acknowledges that while project-based learning can be seen as woolly, it represents an authentic way of engaging students.
Innovative Leadership and Well-being in Schools: Insights from Paddy Russell
Q: Can you tell me a bit about your school?
Paddy describes his school as innovative with a comprehensive intake of diverse learners and emphasizes a collaborative approach to leadership.
Celebrating 100 Episodes with Leadership Insights from Michael Sonbert
Q: How do you create that safety in your organization?
Leaders must clearly communicate expectations and provide a supportive environment in which feedback is welcome and acted upon.

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1. Bridget Harrison
2. Dr. Jeremy Hannay
3. Jaycee Ward
4. Sarah Brown
5. Evelyn Ford
6. Audrey Pantelis
7. Chrissy Carter
8. Paddy Russell

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