She Leads Because She Can

#14 Servant Leadership: a deeper dive into what this means in a school context


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In this episode, we explore the concept of servant leadership and its application in educational settings, particularly for headteachers.

Key Discussion Points:

What is Servant Leadership?

  • The hosts share their personal understanding and interpretation of servant leadership principles
  • Discussion of how this leadership style differs from traditional hierarchical approaches

Servant Leadership in Education

  • Focus on how headteachers can effectively serve their school communities
  • Exploration of the balance between leadership authority and service-oriented approaches

Building Strong School Culture

  • How servant leadership principles can create an environment where all stakeholders feel valued
  • Strategies for meeting the diverse needs and aspirations of students, staff, parents, and the broader community

Community Impact

  • The role of educational leaders in serving not just their immediate school but the wider community
  • How servant leadership can foster trust, collaboration, and shared vision among all stakeholders

This episode provides practical insights for educational leaders looking to adopt a more service-oriented approach to their leadership role while maintaining effective school governance and culture development.


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She Leads Because She CanBy Sue Aspinall and Caz Jude