In this episode of Head Room: Curious Conversations for Leaders in Education, I'm joined by Bruce Robertson—renowned educator, consultant and author of The Teaching Delusion trilogy.

Bruce brings over 20 years of experience in education and a track record of transforming schools through a relentless focus on high-quality teaching and professional learning.

We explore:
🔹 Why great teachers don’t always mean great teaching
🔹 What high-quality teaching actually looks like
🔹 How to build a shared understanding of excellent pedagogy
🔹 The power of purposeful professional development
🔹 Lessons from Bruce’s turnaround leadership at Berwickshire High School

Whether you're a classroom teacher, school leader, or education policy-maker, this conversation is full of practical insights and inspiring ideas to help take your practice to the next level.

Check out all of Bruce's books via this link: https://www.nextleveleducational.com/books

In this episode of HeadRoom: Curious Conversations for Leaders in Education, we sit down with Dr. Denry Machin, a seasoned educator, school leader, and thought-provoking author, to delve into the complex realities of headship. Together, we explore the delicate balance between the challenges and celebrations of school leadership – from the pressures of navigating the daily demands of headship to the immense satisfaction of shaping a thriving school community.

Denry shares candid insights on:

• Striking the right balance between strategic leadership and being present in the classroom.
• The paradoxes of headship – the tensions between policy and practice, pressures and passions.
• The importance of making space for mistakes and learning in leadership.
• How focusing on one impactful priority can drive meaningful change.
• Reconnecting with your why when the pressures feel overwhelming.

Whether you’re an experienced school leader or stepping into headship for the first time, this episode offers a wealth of inspiration, encouragement, and practical strategies to navigate the unique highs and lows of school leadership.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to manage the paradoxes of headship while staying focused on what truly matters.
• Strategies for balancing office responsibilities and classroom presence.
• The role of self-reflection and curiosity in effective school leadership.
• Tips for building resilience and maintaining passion amidst challenges.

About Our Guest:

Dr. Denry Machin is an experienced educator and school leader with a wealth of insights on leadership. Known for his candid reflections through his writing, Denry inspires leaders to think deeply about their roles, embrace both the highs and lows, and lead with purpose.

Connect with Denry - linkedin.com/in/denrymachin/

Books

The Wisdom of Heads - bit.ly/WoHeads
International Schooling: The Teacher's Guide - www.teachabroad.ac
My Educated Life - sendfox.com/lp/1wxdp6 (register for advance copies)

Articles

Find a Smile - https://foxly.link/OJyDuq
What It Is To Be Wise - https://foxly.link/fIcCQY
Define Problems To Solve Them - https://foxly.link/QXfwoy
Problems, Every Day Problems - https://foxly.link/lnZiyC
Headship is Hard - https://foxly.link/W2sEVS