Tackle your new role and responsibilities 1 step at a time.
Get to grips with your key tasks, and use our templates, checklists and guides to help you save time and move forward with confidence.
CPD from The Key: practical leadership courses to book now
If you're new or feeling new to headship, or aspiring to a headship role soon, our practical leadership courses will give you the skills to lead with confidence.
We're running a course on people management for new headteachers, which starts in June and is open to booking now – select the link to learn more and secure your place.
Use our resources to introduce yourself to your staff, parents and carers.
Or, use KeyGPT's letter-writing tool to help you draft your own welcome message to your school.
Get your head around your top jobs to be done, and what to ask your team about.
Remind yourself of the important documents that you'll need to be familiar with in your new role.
There are lots of updates to guidance, requirements and government policy to keep track of. Take a look at our summaries of important documents that have changed this year, and what they mean for you and your school.
Select 'save for later' at the top of the article pages, and we'll send you an email if there's another update.
Track monthly tasks and read expert advice on the main points you’ll need to consider throughout the year. Use our budget planner and annual to-do list to help you.
Use these templates and advice to help you report to your governors on key areas, including curriculum, budget and pupil achievement.
Once you've got the basics down, use these guides, tools and templates to plan for the year ahead and beyond.
You can find more support in your new role with a Whole School membership of The Key. Get access to safeguarding resources, CPD, and governance support.
Find the information you need, and share our resources with your team to keep everyone on the same page. For example: