NAHT
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The largest professional association for school leaders in the UK with more than 50,000 members in England, Wales & NI. Our support line is 0300 30 30 333.
Last chance to apply to join our friendly organising team! Are you any experienced trade union organiser looking for a new challenge? We're hiring across three regions in England - East Midlands, Eastern and South Central. Read more and apply by this Thursday 23 July 👉 https://bit.ly/4p9NLRH
⏰ Last chance to apply to join our team in Wales! We're looking for an individual with a strong track reord in advocacy, organising and negotiation with experience representing members in complex and difficult situations. Read more and apply by Wednesday 22 July 👉 https://bit.ly/3R8OjKS
AI-generated parent complaints are on the rise. Our online Complaints, Data and AI: From Conflict to Resolution session will help school leaders spot AI-generated correspondence, manage complex complaints lawfully and protect staff well-being 📅 29 September, 9:30am to 12pm 🔗 https://bit.ly/3SgN7p8
📊 Huge congratulations to children, teachers and school leaders on this year's Key Stage 2 SATs results. But the delay in releasing results has piled pressure on schools. NAHT will take part in the government's independent review and represent members' views. 👇 https://bit.ly/4f33s9Y
It was an honour to march alongside fellow trade unions at Durham Miners' Gala at the weekend, and with our biggest delegation yet! School leaders from across all three nations joined us to celebrate the achievements of the labour movement. Want to join us next year? Save the date! 📆 10 July 2027
Yesterday, NAHT was honoured to attend the UK National Srebrenica Memorial Event at Church House in London. Remembering Srebrenica is our next NAHT president’s national charity. We are committed to working closely with them, supporting their mission to promote remembrance, education and unity.
Every pupil should be able to access education and receive the support they need to thrive. New NAHT guidance for members on supporting pupils with medical conditions explains the legal framework and offers practical advice for school leaders. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4ycYQp9
📢 Join the team at NAHT We're looking for a Specialist Assistant to support school leaders with expert advice and guidance on educational management, safeguarding and employment matters. 📆 Applications close on 23 July 2026. 🔗 Apply now: https://bit.ly/4aBPIQY #EducationJobs #SchoolLeadership
AI-generated emails and complaints are on the rise. Are you ready to respond with confidence? Join Victoria Hatton, partner at Browne Jacobson, on 29 September to spot the signs and respond constructively. 👉 https://bit.ly/3SgN7p8
⚠️ As we enter another week of high temperatures across much of the country, take a moment to read our free guidance on managing heatwaves in schools 👉 https://bit.ly/4vk8l3X
Many thanks to all the school leaders who joined us at London Pride yesterday - we had a great time! 🌈 Want to get involved in more events like this? Read about and join the NAHT LGBT+ Network: https://bit.ly/45yWBi2
✊ W are proud to stand alongside trade union colleagues at the 140th Durham Miners' Gala, celebrating solidarity, community and collective action. 📅 Saturday 11 July 📍 Durham city centre 🕣 From 8.30am ✅ Free and open to all #DurhamMinersGala
"I now realise that taking time for myself isn't lazy; it's protection and self-preservation" - attendee, December 2025 Learn how to thrive without burning out. 👉Join our Avoiding Burnout While Driving School Excellence course on 7 July: https://bit.ly/463CVUR
What does a culture of belonging look like in schools? 🎧 Hannah Wilson, founder of Belonging Effect, shares practical insights for school leaders in the latest NAHT School Leadership Podcast. Listen now 👇
The NAHT offices are closed on Tuesday 23 and Wednesday 24 June 2026 and will re-open on Thursday 25th June 2026. If you require urgent support, please check our website for further information about getting in touch 👉 https://bit.ly/4idtCGL
⚠️ NAHT advice on managing extreme temperatures in schools. The current legal position on school temperatures, the impact of excessive heat and practical steps head teachers and school leaders can take to safeguard pupils and staff during periods of high temperature. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4vk8l3X
Education Support are holding a free webinar, offering practical tools for busy teachers and leaders to manage burnout and stress. Find out more and register here for the 1 July event: https://bit.ly/4oAIdiL
Pupil premium planning is about changing outcomes, not compliance. This course helps you redefine disadvantage, take a tiered approach to support and clearly report impact. Ideal for leaders planning for 2026/27. Book now: https://bit.ly/3rpqaCT
We're celebrating #RefugeeWeek ⭐ NAHT president-elect, Dave Woods, encourages school leaders to take this opportunity to reflect on the critical role schools play in fostering compassionate communities. Visit his presidential charity, Remembering Srebrenica, here: https://bit.ly/4djrVGY
NAHT’s LGBT+ Network is led by members, for members 🌈 A space for LGBT+ school leaders to connect, be heard and shape NAHT’s work. “It was great to meet so many other LGBT+ school leaders. To know you're not alone…” Find out more: https://www.naht.org.uk/LGBTPlusNetwork
We respond to new plans for the first-ever government guidance for parents on healthy screen use for children aged 5–16.
Pay, workload and well-being are under pressure. 🎥 Simon Kidwell - NAHT past-president: “If you are a school leader, your voice matters… we need our experiences to be heard.” 📩 Members, check your inbox for the link and complete the survey today.
Have your say on pay, workload and well-being 🎥 Paige Briggs - deputy head and Coventry branch deputy secretary: “If you want your voice heard and to see change, please fill in the survey.” 📩 Members – check your inbox for the link today.
Responses to NAHT’s most important survey of the year – on pay, workload and well-being – are flooding in from school leaders across the country. ⚠️ Don’t miss your chance to have your say! Check your inbox for a link to take part.
Reasonable adjustments disability passports can help schools support disabled staff and create more inclusive workplaces ✅ NAHT’s model policy and template are available to all. Download 👇 https://bit.ly/4deU8is
🙌 It’s here! NAHT’s most important annual survey on pay, workload and well-being was launched today. Members have been emailed a link to join in, so make sure to check your inbox! WATCH: Your general secretary, Paul Whiteman, on why it’s so important to participate.
