Drawing on Ann's experience as an AP1 post holder, acting Deputy Principal, podcaster and coach, this webinar explores the realities of the Year Head role and the leadership skills that truly make a difference. We will focus on how effective communication, confident conflict resolution and genuine connection can empower students, colleagues and parents alike. Practical, reflective and grounded in real school experience, this session is designed to support current and aspiring leaders to lead with clarity, confidence and compassion.

Learning outcomes:

LAOS:

1. Support post holders to create and maintain a positive school culture and a safe, healthy and purposeful, learning environment, and sustain it through effective communication

2. Support postholders to manage challenging and complex situations in a manner that demonstrates equality, fairness and justice

Facilitator Bio

Ann Byrne is an AP 1 posy holder in a secondary school in Laois. She has a Master of Education in School Leadership from UL and is a qualified coach and mentor.  This is her eight year in Middle Management. She was the SSE co-ordinator and Faith and Ethos post holder in her school 2022/3 , acting deputy Principal 23/24 and now returns to a year head position for 1st years in 2024/25. She feels those wishing to move into Middle Leadership and beyond need to be supported by those who have already made the journey before them and therefore created her podcast Lead the Way and now a unique course called The Leadership Mindset, the first steps