Well-Led Schools

In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Rosie Connor, a leader in the field of education and not-for-profit leadership development. With over twenty years of experience, Rosie has dedicated her career to empowering leaders to excel and make a significant impact in their organisations. As the founder of BTS Spark, Rosie has pioneered innovative approaches to leadership coaching and development, specifically tailored for educators and not-for-profit leaders. Join us as we explore her groundbreaking work, the transformative concept of MESSY Leadership, and practical strategies for creating a thriving, future-focused leadership culture.

 

In this episode, we cover:

• The work that Rosie is doing through her educational leadership coaching company, BTS Spark
• How long it really takes to see a transformation at an individual and school level
• The value of seeking feedback from colleagues and peers in order to grow and evolve your leadership
• The importance of delegating work and empowering others to grow by challenging themselves with new responsibilities or projects
• What inspired Rosie’s book “Embracing MESSY Leadership”
• Understanding the acronym MESSY (Meaning Making, Emotional Connection, Seeing the Future, Seizing Momentum, and Your Presence)
• Mistakes that “nice” leaders frequently make and tips for creating a trusting team culture without becoming an authoritarian leader
• Why leaders should prioritise coaching opportunities both for themselves and their whole staff
• One thing leaders or aspiring leaders can do today to begin embracing MESSY leadership

About Rosie

Rosie Connor is the founder of BTS Spark, a not-for-profit initiative within the global leadership consultancy. BTS Spark is dedicated to providing affordable and targeted leadership development and coaching specifically tailored for education and not-for-profit leaders. Their programs combine a rich curriculum of 33 leadership mindsets with one-to-one coaching, workshops, group coaching, and online learning, ensuring a comprehensive approach to leadership development.

With a psychology degree from Cambridge and an MBA from Henley Management College, Rosie’s credentials are impeccable. She led one of Tony Blair’s most successful Education Action Zones, earning an ‘outstanding’ rating from independent school inspectors. Her expertise has been sought after by prestigious organisations such as the National College for School Leadership and the Innovation Unit in the UK, and the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) for the launch of the Australian Principal Standard.

Rosie has played a pivotal role in designing and overseeing leadership development programs for over 5,000 education leaders worldwide. Her work with BTS Spark reflects a commitment to high-quality standards and ongoing professional learning for their global coach community.

 

Links and Resources:

Explore Our Well-Led Schools Partnership Program:https://adriennehornby.com.au/school-partnerships/

Dive into Liz Wiseman’s work on Multipliers: https://thewisemangroup.com/books/multipliers/ 

 

Thank you so much for listening. I’m so honoured that you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or on your preferred podcast app, that way we can inspire and educate even more people together.

 

Connect with Rosie:

On LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/rosie-connor-33502677/?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Egoogle%2Ecom%2F&originalSubdomain=au 

Her Website: https://btsspark.org/ 

Check out her book ‘Embracing MESSY Leadership’: https://btsspark.org/en-au/messyleadership 

Download the MESSY Leadership Toolkit: https://mailchi.mp/btsspark.org/au-messytoolkit 

Connect with BTS Spark on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/bts-spark/ 

Subscribe to BTS Spark on YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCX4s-LEQYPqcLnYMU-Csbsg 

 

Connect with me via:

My website adriennehornby.com.au 

Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-hornby-a4126a205/ 

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In this episode of the Well-Led Schools Podcast, we welcome back Dr. Paul Teys, an expert in educational leadership with over four decades of experience. Following his discussion on the foundations of effective educational leadership earlier this season, Paul returns to explore the vital topic of staff consultation. 

 

Effective consultation is key to building trust, fostering collaboration, and enhancing engagement within a school community. Join us as Paul shares how his leadership has evolved, strategies for managing resistant staff, and expert techniques for fostering a more inclusive and dynamic school culture through effective consultation practices.

 

In this episode, we cover:

• How Paul’s leadership has evolved since his first appointment as a school leader
• How Paul has approached managing staff and teachers who are resistant to feedback
• What effective consultation with staff entails
• Approaches and tools for consulting with staff
• The key benefits of consulting with staff and involving them in conversations
• Common mistakes that leaders can make when consulting with their people
• The differences between consultation, collaboration and cooperation
• Expert strategies for enhancing your consultative practices as a leader

About Paul 

With a career spanning over four decades, Dr. Paul is an expert in the educational leadership space. His journey of 36 years in middle and executive leadership roles, crowned by 24 transformative years as Principal across diverse schools in three states, has shaped the educational experiences of many students and educators. 

 

Paul‘s impact stems from his deep commitment to excellence in leadership and his commitment to fostering the growth and success of schools, principals, and their teams.

 

As a mentor and coach, Dr Paul empowers educational leaders by harnessing their unique strengths, nurturing their potential, and guiding them through the complexities of leadership in dynamic learning environments. His strategic approach to professional development is tailored to the needs of executive teams and leaders, ensuring that their growth translates into tangible results for their schools and communities.

 

Dr Paul also works in executive leadership recruitment as an Associate of Slade Group. With insight from living the experience himself, he excels in recruiting executive leaders and principals for schools, offering a depth of understanding and a tailored approach that sets him apart as the go-to expert in educational leadership placements.

 

Links and Resources:

Explore our 12-month Well-Led Schools Partnership Program adriennehornby.com.au/school-partnerships/ 

 

Thank you so much for listening. I’m so honoured that you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or on your preferred podcast app, that way we can inspire and educate even more people together.

 

Connect with Paul via:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/paulteys/?originalSubdomain=au

His website: www.paulteys.com 

Listen to his podcast: Applied School Leadership Podcast https://www.paulteys.com/asl-podcast/ 

 

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My website http://adriennehornby.com.au

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Email [email protected]

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In this episode of the Well-Led Schools Podcast, we welcomed returning guest Corey Tavella, principal of Thomas More College in South Australia— a large co-ed school with almost 1,100 students that has grown over 30% since his time as principal.

 

Corey recently completed his Master's degree, focusing on measuring effective school leadership using an autoethnographic method. In this method, he acted as both a researcher and used himself as evidence. As such, he’s had much time to reflect on his leadership approach from the time he first became deputy principal to now, with six years as principal under his belt. 

 

This episode's conversation centers on effective leadership approaches, with an emphasis on building and maintaining trust to cultivate a psychologically safe work environment.

 

In this episode, we cover:

• The significance of knowing yourself, your values, and what you stand for and how that can guide everyday choices and decisions
• The differences between an authoritative and authoritarian leadership approach
• Corey’s honest reflections on who he was as a leader when he first started and how his approach has evolved since then
• Why Corey values presence as a leader and how he integrates it as a guiding principle in his school
• The difficult challenge of establishing but also maintaining a high-performing executive team and school culture despite the turnover of leaders and staff
• What an environment of trust looks, sounds and feels like in a school
• Common barriers to establishing and maintaining trust in schools
• The importance of speaking up to the right people when you are unhappy with something at work
• Ways to sustain trust as a collective
• How principals can support new leaders and middle leaders to develop their knowledge and skills in effective leadership and trust-building  

About Corey:

Corey Tavella is currently the Principal of Thomas More College in South Australia, a relatively large 7-12 school of almost 1100 students from 7-12 (co-ed). This is his sixth year as Principal, having been a Deputy Principal at two schools, one all-boys and one all-girls. Corey has recently completed his masters degree with his main research focussing on measuring effective school leadership using an autoethnographic method where he acted as both researcher and evidence, given his focus on was measuring the effectiveness of his first five years of Principalship. 

 

One of his key tenets of leadership is presence, which, he believes, lends itself well to staff well-being. By aiming to be present for his staff, he wants to ensure they all know they are heard, valued, cared for, and respected. Corey has been in education for 24 years, and these last six years are the first in which he has not taught students. 

 

Links and Resources:

Thank you so much for listening. I’m so honoured that you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or on your preferred podcast app, that way we can inspire and educate even more people together.

 

Explore the Well-Led Schools Partnership Program: adriennehornby.com.au/school-partnerships/ 

 

Listen to S1 Ep. 7 With Corey Tavella: The Guiding Principles For Leading Your School With Wellbeing In Mind 

adriennehornby.com.au/the-guiding-principles-for-leading-your-school-with-wellbeing-in-mind-with-corey-tavella-episode-7/ 

 

Connect with Corey:

Coreys work with his Executive Team’s Leadership statement via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7027146166421114880/ 

 

On Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-tavella-084160173/ 

 

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In this episode, I had the pleasure of diving into the world of Positive Psychology with our guest, Chris Daicos, an experienced educator and consultant with over 40 years of experience in the field of education. 

 

Chris's expertise lies in leveraging Positive Psychology interventions to foster personal and organisational flourishing. As she eloquently explains, Positive Psychology isn't merely about putting on a happy face or ignoring challenges; it's a paradigm shift from problem-focused to solution-focused thinking. 

 

Unlike traditional psychology, which often fixates on dissecting problems and finding ways to mitigate them, Positive Psychology seeks to identify moments of success, strength, and resilience. Through this lens, Chris shares insights on how schools can adopt Positive Psychology approaches to enhance wellbeing for students, staff, and the wider community. 

 

Join us as we explore the transformative potential of Positive Psychology in education and its practical applications for creating thriving school environments.

 

In this episode, we cover:

• What Positive Psychology is and how it differs from traditional psychology
• Why schools should adopt positive psychology approaches when looking to enhance wellbeing at their schools
• The PERMA(H) model and its components
• How a strengths exploration initiative can improve wellbeing across most areas of the PERMA(H) model
• The importance of communication and unifying the team with a clear vision and expectations

About the Guest

Chris Daicos is a dedicated advocate for personal and organisational flourishing, leveraging her extensive background as a trained teacher, social worker, and facilitator. As a foundation graduate of Australia’s first Master Applied Positive Psychology program, Chris seamlessly combines her expertise in pedagogy with evidence-based practices to deliver tailored professional learning to leaders, teachers and parents on a range of topics including Positive Psychology, leadership, people management, parental education and more.

 

With over 40 years of experience in Education, 20 of which were spent consulting with schools, Chris specilises in implementing Positive Psychology interventions to enhance wellbeing in diverse contexts. With a focus on practical application and real-life scenarios, Chris's workshops are valued for their effectiveness in promoting confidence, engagement, and satisfaction among participants.

 

Her professional portfolio includes teaching Master's courses on wellbeing and positive psychology at Melbourne University, Victoria University, Australian Catholic University, and Deakin University. She has also spent three years working at Headspace, training professionals to identify and respond to young people at risk.

Links and Resources:

Blog Article: The PERMAH Model for Workplace Wellbeing

adriennehornby.com.au/the-permah-model-for-workplace-wellbeing/

 

Waitlist for the Well-Led Schools Partnership: adriennehornby.com.au/school-partnerships/ 

 

Identify your strengths with the VIA Character Strengths Survey: www.viacharacter.org/

 

Research Mentioned in The Episode:

 

Friedrich and Jane Dutton - High-quality connections/positive relationships:

https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/four_ways_to_create_high_quality_connections_at_work

https://positiveorgs.bus.umich.edu/wp-content/uploads/HighQualityConnections.pdf

 

Barbara Fredrickson - Positive emotions:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3122271/

 

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi - Concept of flow:

https://positivepsychology.com/mihaly-csikszentmihalyi-father-of-flow/#:~:text=In%20Csikszentmihalyi's%20words%2C%20flow%20is,doing%20it%E2%80%9D%20(1990).

 

https://www.pursuit-of-happiness.org/history-of-happiness/mihaly-csikszentmihalyi/ 

 

Bruce Tuckman’s model of team development:

https://hr.mit.edu/learning-topics/teams/articles/stages-development

 

https://www.wcupa.edu/coral/tuckmanStagesGroupDelvelopment.aspx#:~:text=These%20stages%20are%20commonly%20known,more%20collaborative%20or%20shared%20leadership. 

 

https://www.mindtools.com/abyj5fi/forming-storming-norming-and-performing 

 

https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1965-12187-001 

 

Viviane Robinson - Open to learning conversations:

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Viviane-Robinson/publication/267411000_Open-to-learning_Conversations_Background_Paper_Introduction_to_Open-to-learning_Conversations/links/54d7cb6c0cf2970e4e755956/Open-to-learning-Conversations-Background-Paper-Introduction-to-Open-to-learning-Conversations.pdf

 

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Viviane-Robinson/publication/242493851_School_Leadership_and_Student_Outcomes_Identifying_What_Works_and_Why_Best_Evidence_Synthesis_Iteration_BES/links/0046352c76ef753faa000000/School-Leadership-and-Student-Outcomes-Identifying-What-Works-and-Why-Best-Evidence-Synthesis-Iteration-BES.pdf 

 

Michelle McQuaid - Care Framework:

 

https://www.michellemcquaid.com/can-you-create-a-culture-of-care/

 

Renee Acton - Re-envisaging psychosocial safety in school workforces through intentional job design

https://www.acel.org.au/ACEL/ACELWEB/Active/Item_Detail.aspx?iProductCode=AELV46I1P&Category=AEL

 

Kim Cameron - Virtuous Organisations:

https://www.eudaimonicbydesign.com/resilience/the-virtuous-organization-kim-cameron 

Book: Practicing Positive Leadership: Tools and Techniques That Create Extraordinary Results

 

Thank you so much for listening. I’m so honoured that you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or on your preferred podcast app, that way we can inspire and educate even more people together.

Connect with Chris via:

Her website: www.chrisdaicos.com.au 

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/chris-daicos-mapp-dip-tch-primary-ba-bsw-facel-86b6bb5/ 

Facebook Page: Helping Organisations and Families Flourish www.facebook.com/groups/697282924279023/?paipv=0&eav=AfYnmbA-6nvkc93m7Rg9wdSQBiA5KGHwP0PGXJJVYBY5tr6hGD68gUBx2dDyDr3sFGo&_rdr 

 

Connect with me via:

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Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-hornby-a4126a205/

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In this episode, I had the honour of chatting with Kathy Bowers, a parenting coach with over four decades of experience working with children and their families. 

 

Why a parenting coach on a teacher wellbeing podcast? Much of our work with students relies on the relationships we have with parents. In this partnership, they can often lean on us for advice for ways to connect with and engage their students. We don;t always have the answers as the classroom and school environment is very different to home.

 

Kathy's approach is deeply rooted in the belief that effective communication is the cornerstone of successful parenting. Through her guidance, parents are empowered to navigate communication challenges and foster meaningful connections with their children. She emphasises the importance of presence and active listening, helping parents develop the skills necessary to build rapport and trust with their children.

 

Join us as we explore Kathy's wealth of knowledge and experience, gaining invaluable tools and perspectives to enhance parenting practices and promote harmony within our families, but also in classrooms.

 

In this episode, we cover:

• Common challenges parents face in parenting 
• The importance of communication and being present to build rapport and trust with your children
• The value of bridging the gap between our children’s home and school life
• What parents can do to develop their communication skills at home
• Steps parents can take to create routines and boundaries at home to establish expectations and respect
• Strategies for communicating and maintaining a relationship with your independence-seeking teen
• Effective ways to work with children and young people to achieve a desired outcome without the use of harsh discipline

 

About Kathy:

Kathy Bowers is a parenting coach with over 40 years experience. She works with families and supports parents on all things parenting, behavioural difficulties and the importance of communication.

 

Kathy’s journey spans more than 20 years as a family practitioner in social care, where she hones her expertise in understanding and addressing the complex dynamics of family life. Recognising the need for positive change and armed with a wealth of knowledge, Kathy transitioned to coaching parents and individuals where she now

 

focuses on supporting parents to find their own solutions to overcome communication and parenting difficulties aiming to Improve their relationship with their children and ensure harmony & balance are restored.

 

Links and Resources:

Student Management Pilot Program: adriennehornby.com.au/behaviour-pilot/

Download Kathy’s FREE parenting ebook: Download here

 

Connect with Kathy via:

Her website: www.life-change-coaching.co.uk

Email: [email protected] 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/kathybowers50/

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kathy-bowers-43555b176/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083422956915

 

Thank you so much for listening. I’m so honoured that you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or on your preferred podcast app, that way we can inspire and educate even more people together.

 

Connect with me via:

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Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-hornby-a4126a205/ 

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In this episode, I am joined by the fabulous Dr. Tori Ellis, a Transformational Life and Business Coach and author based in New York City. I had the pleasure of asking Dr. Ellis some thought-provoking questions about her work and insights about her unique approach to working with young people, individuals and organisations, blending the worlds of hip-hop and positive psychology to create a lasting impact within schools, communities and businesses. 

 

In this episode, we cover:

• The benefits and transformations that can be seen from introducing a dedicated youth program in schools
• The importance of community in shaping young people’s lives
• Common challenges young people are facing or struggling to overcome in their lives and in learning
• How involving, relating to and listening to young people can help them overcome some of those challenges
• What educators can do to ensure they show up authentically so they can truly connect with their students 
• The importance of filling your cup first before pouring into others as an educator
• Strategies to help educators support their wellbeing from a positive psychology standpoint

 

About Dr. Tori Ellis

Dr. Tori Ellis is a Transformational Life and Business Coach with a mission to empower and guide others in education and the workplace. 

With over 7 years of educational management experience, she now coaches using innovative techniques to drive personal and organisational development for individuals and businesses to excel at their highest capacity.

Tori additionally focuses on wellness, positive psychology, and entrepreneurship, showcased in her Best-Selling book "The Sound of Business: Seeing Entrepreneurship through Hip Hop." Tori shares impactful stories to inspire children and young people worldwide, encouraging them to pursue their passions in various life aspects. 

She has a background in Psychology and Criminal Justice, a Masters in Industrial-Organisational Psychology and a PsyD. in Human and Organisational Psychology.

 

Thank you so much for listening. I’m so honoured that you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or on your preferred podcast app, that way we can inspire and educate even more people together.

 

Links and Resources:

Well-Led Classrooms: A Student Management Pilot Program: adriennehornby.com.au/behaviour-pilot/

 

Connect with Dr. Tori Ellis:

Her website https://thesoundofbusiness.org/services/

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tori-ellis-psyd-1a170a166/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/always_drtorii/

Purchase her book on Amazon: The Sound of Business: Seeing Entrepreneurship Through Hip-Hop

https://shorturl.at/auAIJ

 

Connect with me via:

My website http://adriennehornby.com.au

Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-hornby-a4126a205/

Email [email protected]

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In this episode, I had the pleasure of connecting with Megan Corcoran, the Founder and Director of Wagtail Institute. Her mission is to empower schools and complex settings to become trauma-informed wellbeing communities where everyone can thrive. She works alongside leaders, educators and social workers to respond to wellbeing challenges, enhance trauma-informed practice and navigate pathways to healing. 

 

Megan brings a wealth of expertise and passion to the table as a dedicated advocate for the wellbeing of educators and leaders working in challenging environments.

 

Throughout our conversation, we explore the significance of trauma-informed practices beyond student-focused approaches, uncovering their benefits for staff, families and the wider community.

 

In this episode, we cover:

• How to deeply embed trauma-informed practices into the tapestry of our schools
• What trauma is and how our unique lived experience impacts how we respond to traumatic events
• Why trauma-informed practices are beneficial and should be considered as a protective measure
• How trauma-informed practices can help students and staff in complex settings thrive
• The importance of having a shared sense of belonging in settings like schools or workplaces
• Practical strategies to promote a sense of belonging in schools, with an emphasis on teens
• What we can do to transfer our training in student-focused trauma-informed practice to meet the needs of staff
• Recommendations for how leaders can encourage their staff’s wellbeing when working in complex settings
• The most effective ways to support staff who’ve been involved in or witnessed a critical incident at school or work
• Ways to support your wellbeing if you are experiencing trauma, or work in a complex setting

About Megan:

Megan Corcoran is a passionate advocate for the wellbeing of educators, social workers and leaders in challenging environments. She draws inspiration from her upbringing in Wiradjuri Country and the profound influence of her grandparents. 

 

With twelve years of experience in teaching and leadership roles within alternative schools for young people who have experienced trauma and significant disadvantages, Megan is deeply grounded in trauma-informed practice and wellbeing science. 

 

She shares her expertise as a lecturer of positive psychology at Monash University, specialising in post-graduate education. Her dedication to fostering belonging as a means of healing, particularly for those who have experienced childhood trauma, is evident through her research and practical initiatives, such as the Berry Street Education Model. 

 

Megan's commitment extends beyond academia. She actively engages in leadership development and coaching, notably through the Teach to Lead fellowship. Her diverse experiences, from volunteering in Palestine to training in boxing, reflect her holistic approach to personal growth and wellbeing. Megan's journey exemplifies a relentless pursuit of empowerment and resilience, both in her professional and personal endeavours.

 

Links and Resources:

Explore our Student Behaviour Pilot Program: https://adriennehornby.com.au/behaviour-pilot/ 

 

If you’re interested in diving deeper into the concept of ‘belonging’, check out Dr. Kelly-Ann Allen, an expert on the topic:  https://www.drkellyallen.com/ 

 

Thank you so much for listening. I’m so honoured that you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or on your preferred podcast app, that way we can inspire and educate even more people together.

 

Connect with Megan via:

Her website: https://wagtailinstitute.com/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-corcoran-a5ab1738/ 

On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wagtail.institute/ 

 

Connect with me via:

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Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-hornby-a4126a205/

Email [email protected]

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Social events, morning teas and the one-off wellbeing workshops can only do so much to improve staff wellbeing and school culture. While they’re well-intentioned, these initiatives only target the very surface of the daily challenges school staff face. We need to take a deeper look at the underlying and systemic reasons why staff may be suffering from chronic stress and burnout. Once identified, solutions and actions can be put in place that directly address the issues while considering various elements that, when improved upon, can create a positive and long-lasting change in how your staff and school culture feel. 

 

In this episode of the Well-Led Schools podcast, I am once again joined by School Principal Rob Lans where we discuss the six-step framework for improving staff wellbeing and school culture. This framework considers elements of Positive Psychology, current educational leadership research and the recommendations from leading Australian wellbeing organisations like Beyond Blue, Be You and the Black Dog Institute. 

 

The 6 steps to improved wellbeing in schools are

1. Scan your school and pinpoint the wellbeing needs of your team
2. Establish a culture of wellbeing beginning with a co-created school vision for wellbeing
3. Agree on the joint responsibilities of staff wellbeing
4. Upskill and train leaders and staff in effective ways to promote, support and improve staff wellbeing and school culture
5. Tailor a ‘Wellbeing Action Plan’ for your school
6. Follow through on your Wellbeing Action Plan and check in on your progress

In this episode, we cover:

• Why tokenistic approaches to wellbeing don’t work
• The 6-step framework for improving staff wellbeing and school culture
• Actions you can take to carry out each step

 

Links and Resources:

Explore the Well-Led Schools Partnership - adriennehornby.com.au/school-partnerships/

Download the 6 steps PDF guide

Anonymous Staff Wellbeing Surveys

 

Blog article: A 6-Step Staff Wellbeing Framework to Beat Staff Burnout and Improve School Culture https://adriennehornby.com.au/a-staff-wellbeing-framework-to-beat-staff-burnout-and-improve-school-culture/ 

Blog article: The PERMA(H) model for workplace wellbeing

Blog article: What is Positive Psychology and How to Apply The Principles to Your Own Wellbeing

Blog article: The Wellbeing Action Plan: An Essential Tool For Ensuring Staff Wellbeing In The Workplace

 

Thank you so much for listening. I’m so honoured that you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or on your preferred podcast app, that way we can inspire and educate even more people together.

 

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In this episode of the Well-Led Schools podcast I am joined by Corey Tavella, Principal of Thomas More College in South Australia where, together, we’ll be exploring the guiding principles of ‘Well-Led’ schools. 

 

When adopted and applied, these principles can help schools to “lead with wellbeing in mind,” begin to transform the culture from within and better influence positive outcomes in student learning and school achievement. 

 

The 9 Guiding Principles of Well-Led Schools

 

Well-Led Schools…

1. Know that healthy, well and engaged staff positively influence student learning:
2. Carefully consider how to weave staff wellbeing into the fabric of the school
3. Seek the input and consultation of all staff
4. Recognise that awareness is the first key to change
5. Are led by highly-skilled and emotionally intelligent leaders
6. Understand that staff wellbeing is a joint responsibility
7. Have shared vision and a ‘Wellbeing Action Plan’
8. Promote collaboration and nurture strong relationships
9. Engage their staff

About Corey:

Corey Travella is currently the Principal of Thomas More College in South Australia, a relatively large 7-12 school of almost 1100 students from 7-12 (co-ed). This is his fifth year as Principal, having been a Deputy Principal at two schools, one all-boys and one all-girls. One of his key tenets of leadership is presence which, he believes, lends itself well to staff wellbeing; in aiming to be present for his staff, he wants to ensure they all know they are heard, valued, cared for and respected. Corey has been in education for 23 years, and these five years are the first where he has not taught students. Having said that, his guiding principle is that his staff are 'his class', and he aims to challenge and support them to help them achieve their best, as he would his students.

 

In this episode, we cover:

• What a ‘Well-Led’ school is
• 9 research-backed guiding principles that will help schools lead with wellbeing in mind

 

Links and Resources:

Catch the live training replay: adriennehornby.com.au/live-training/ 

Explore our Well-Led Schools Partnership Program: adriennehornby.com.au/school-partnerships/ 

Survey Your Staff and Pinpoint Your School’s needs: adriennehornby.com.au/service/anonymous-staff-surveys/ 

Blog article: The 9 Guiding Principles of Well-Led Schools

 

Connect with Corey:

Coreys work with his Executive Team’s Leadership statement via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7027146166421114880/ 

 

Connect with Corey on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-tavella-084160173/ 

 

Thank you so much for listening. I’m so honoured that you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or on your preferred podcast app, that way we can inspire and educate even more people together.

 

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In this episode of the Well-Led Schools podcast, we explore the crucial aspects of educational leadership with Dr. Paul Teys, an inspiring leader in the education space with over four decades of experience in the field. 

 

As a seasoned mentor, coach, and expert in educational leadership, Dr. Paul brings a wealth of insight to our discussion. Join us as we explore Dr. Paul's profound wisdom on effective educational leadership.

 

In this episode, we cover:

• The importance of mentoring and coaching for new leaders
• The guiding principles of educational leadership
• What it means to be an authentic leader and the positive benefits that come from it
• The importance of knowing and living by your values as a leader
• What an effective approach to leading staff and building school culture entails
• Why involving staff in problem-solving and change processes is key to managing change and building trust
• Why we should be investing more in the development of middle leaders
• How effective communication is central to building a school culture of wellbeing
• The transformations we can witness when we focus on professional development for senior and middle leaders

 

About Paul 

 

With a career spanning over four decades, Dr. Paul is an expert in the educational leadership space. His journey of 36 years in middle and executive leadership roles, crowned by 24 transformative years as Principal across diverse schools in three states, has shaped the educational experiences of countless learners and educators. 

 

Paul‘s profound impact stems from his deep commitment to excellence in leadership and his commitment to fostering the growth and success of schools, principals, and their teams.

 

A seasoned mentor and coach, Dr Paul empowers educational leaders to excel by harnessing their unique strengths, nurturing their potential, and guiding them through the complexities of leadership in dynamic learning environments. His strategic approach to professional development is tailored to the needs of executive teams and leaders, ensuring that their growth translates into tangible results for their schools and communities.

 

Dr Paul also works in executive leadership recruitment as an Associate of Slade Group. With unparalleled insight from living the experience himself, he excels in recruiting executive leaders and principals for schools, offering a depth of understanding and a tailored approach that sets Dr Paul apart as the go-to expert in educational leadership placements

 

Links and Resources:

Explore our 12-month Well-Led Schools Partnership Program adriennehornby.com.au/school-partnerships/ 

 

Thank you so much for listening. I’m so honoured that you’re here and would be so grateful if you could leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or on your preferred podcast app, that way we can inspire and educate even more people together.

 

Connect with Paul via:

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/paulteys/?originalSubdomain=au

His website: www.paulteys.com 

Connect with me via:

My website http://adriennehornby.com.au

Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-hornby-a4126a205/

Email [email protected]

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