Flexible working can work for leadership positions
Headship is no exception.
Under The Education Act 2002, maintained schools must have a headteacher at all times. As long as the headship isn't left vacant for part of the week, this requirement can be met by 2 part-time contracts brought together to create a job share.
The Department for Education (DfE) encourages schools and multi-academy trusts to adopt a flexible working policy which responds to the needs of staff and employers.
Headship is often referred to as a lonely position, and some headteachers are finding a better work/life balance through flexible working arrangements that allow them to share the workload and accountability. See how 2 co-headteachers have developed a successful job share partnership at their school.
This is good news, because headteachers are stepping down at an increasing rate due to