Middle Leadership in Schools: Subject Leaders

Middle Leadership in schools is an important function. It impacts the entire institution including the staff, students and curriculum.
In this online leadership skills course, learners look at the purpose of Middle Leadership, specifically Subject Leaders, as well as the requirements, responsibilities and duties of Subject Leaders.
You will gain actionable strategies and skills that are needed in a Subject Leader role to be effective.
This course is relevant for Subject Leaders in all types of education institution.
Course Outline:
What is Middle Leadership
How do Subject Leaders impact the school
Subject Leadership and the curriculum
Being an effective Subject Leader
Actions and strategies
Who Is It For?
Subject Leaders
Teachers seeking professional development
Subject Teachers
Duration: 1 Hour
Video Time: 30 Minutes
Chapters: 4

This course is certified by The CPD Certification Service.
Prospero Learning's Middle Leadership in Schools: Subject Leaders course ha passed rigorous checks to ensure it is of high quality and relevant in supporting continued professional development.
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More About This Course
Middle Leaders play a vital role within the education system, shaping the culture, quality, and strategic direction of schools, colleges, and academies. Their influence reaches far beyond their own departments, contributing directly to whole‑school improvement and pupils’ overall educational experience. Strengthening the skills of Middle Leaders—particularly Subject Leaders—through high‑quality professional development is essential for building a collaborative, consistent, and forward‑thinking curriculum.
This accredited online training course has been designed by experts to develop confident, capable Subject Leaders who understand both the strategic and operational demands of their role. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the responsibilities central to effective subject leadership, including how to lead teams, drive improvements, and ensure high standards of teaching and learning.
Throughout the course, learners will explore the core components of successful leadership—leadership, collaboration, planning, and monitoring—and discover practical strategies for applying these principles within their own context.
This course equips new, aspiring, and established Subject Leaders with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to excel in their role and make a meaningful impact within their school or educational organisation.
Course Chapters
1
Chapter 1 - What is Middle Leadership?
Introduction
00:59
Chapter 1
06:22
Knowledge Check
3 Questions
2
Chapter 2 - Driving change as a Subject Leader
Chapter 2
05:11
Knowledge Check
4 Questions
3
Chapter 3 - The curriculum and Your Leadership
Chapter 3
06:33
Knowledge Check
3 Questions
44
Chapter 4 - Managing Your Subject
Chapter 4
14:19
Course Assesment
4 Questions
Middle Leader - Subject Leads Feedback
3 Questions
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