Course Curriculum

An Introduction to Leadership in Teaching 00:25:00
Teacher Leadership 00:23:00
The Skills of Teacher Leadership 00:27:00
What Teacher Leaders Need to Know 00:17:00
Stressors and Stress Management in Schools 00:17:00
Mentoring as Part of Effective Leadership 00:16:00
Effects of Good Mentoring on Quality of Teaching 00:17:00
Main Areas of Activity in Teacher Leadership 00:41:00
Mental Health in the Workplace 00:11:00
Understanding Mental Health in Children 00:20:00
Understanding SEN in Young, Adults and Children 00:20:00
Confidentiality and Legislation 00:26:00

Course Overview 

Leadership in Teaching is one of the most valuable skills a UK educator can develop. Great teachers do not just deliver lessons; they inspire colleagues, shape school culture, support student achievement, and drive school improvement. This Leadership in Teaching course helps teachers and education professionals build the leadership skills needed to guide teams, improve teaching practice, and contribute to a positive learning environment.

This online Leadership in Teaching course explores what effective teacher leadership looks like in real UK education settings. You will learn about leadership styles, communication, decision-making, mentoring teachers, classroom leadership, staff wellbeing, stress management, safeguarding responsibilities, confidentiality, and professional ethics. The course also covers inclusive education, SEND support, mental health awareness, and the role of leadership in supporting both pupils and staff.

Whether you are aiming for a Head of Department role, SENCO position, middle leadership role, or future senior leadership opportunity, this Leadership in Teaching training gives you a structured and practical foundation. It is suitable for teachers, teaching assistants, school staff, aspiring education leaders, and anyone interested in educational leadership, school leadership, instructional leadership, curriculum leadership, and leadership and management in education.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this Leadership in Teaching course, you will be able to:

  • Explain the core principles of leadership in teaching and the responsibilities of teacher leaders in UK schools.

  • Apply key teacher leadership skills, including communication, decision-making, collaboration, and professional development.

  • Use mentoring techniques to support colleagues and improve the quality of teaching and learning.

  • Understand how to manage workplace stress and promote staff and pupil wellbeing in school settings.

  • Support pupils and staff with mental health needs while following safeguarding responsibilities.

  • Understand SEN legislation, SEND support, and inclusive education practice.

  • Apply confidentiality, legal duties, and professional ethics in leadership in teaching roles.

 

Our Specialised Delivery Method:

  • Interactive Learning Materials: The course modules were created using an EdTech industry-recognised tool to keep you engaged at all times. With this tool, you get interactive, engaging and top-notch course contents. In our courses, you can take advantage of features like—
    • Drop Down Menu
    • Drag and Drop
    • Flash Card
    • Label Graphic
    • Timeline View
  • Responsiveness: In light of contemporary mobile and point-of-need learning trends, our courses are designed to be intrinsically dynamic and provide you with the ultimate eLearning solution. These courses will adapt to any gadget without any extra software.
  • Learner Friendly Navigation: Our courses are also quite simple to navigate for any learner. These courses are designed with simplicity and a modern flow that appeals to a wide range of learning audiences, regardless of their technological background and gadgets.
  • Elegant Outline: Our courses are visually appealing, where you can —
    • track your progress on the left-side navigation toolbar.
    • engage in drag-and-drop sorting activities and 
    • use the multiple response question to test your understanding of course topics.

With your newly acquired skills from this course can help you

  • Increase Your Hireability.
  • Make Yourself a Valuable Asset
  • Get Your Long-awaited Promotion.
  • Boost Your Pay-scale
  • Better Your Productivity

Certification:

Once you have successfully completed the Leadership in Teaching course, you will receive a PDF certificate completely free of cost as a proof of your accomplishment. The hardcopy certificate is also available for the cost of £9.99.

Note: Delivery of hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. However, to obtain a hardcopy certificate, International students will have to pay additional fees based on their location.

Who is this course for?

This Leadership in Teaching course is developed for people who wish to excel in their professional and personal life. Learn from industry leaders and interact with a global network of experts by enrolling in this Leadership in Teaching course.

Requirements

Enrolling in our Leadership in Teaching course does not require any prior knowledge or experience. All that is required is an internet-connected gadget and a passion to learn.

Career Path

  • Head of Department (Subject Lead)

    Lead a specific subject area within a school, overseeing curriculum development, teaching quality, staff mentoring, and student achievement.

    Salary: £45,000 – £65,000+ per year

  • Assistant Headteacher

    Support the senior leadership team with responsibilities for teaching and learning, pastoral care, curriculum development, inclusion, and whole-school improvement initiatives.

    Salary: £52,000 – £70,000+ per year

  • Deputy Headteacher

    Manage day-to-day school operations, oversee staff performance and student outcomes, and support strategic leadership across the school.

    Salary: £55,000 – £85,000+ per year

  • SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)

    Lead provision for pupils with special educational needs, coordinate interventions, develop inclusive practices, and ensure compliance with SEN requirements.

    Salary: £40,000 – £60,000+ per year

  • Teaching & Learning Lead / Director of Learning

    Drive improvements in teaching quality, deliver staff development programmes, implement quality assurance processes, and promote innovative learning strategies.

    Salary: £50,000 – £75,000+ per year

  • Headteacher / Principal

    Provide strategic leadership for the entire school, overseeing performance, budgets, staff development, safeguarding, and long-term educational improvement.

    Salary: £60,000 – £130,000+ per year

Certification:​

Once you have successfully completed this course, you can order a certificate as proof of your achievement.

A PDF certificate is available for £5.99. You can also request a hardcopy certificate for £9.99.

Delivery of the hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. For international learners, an additional delivery charge will apply based on the destination country.

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