Professional Development for All

This year, alongside the extensive CPD already taking place within our schools, we launched and trialled a new central CPD programme designed to support the development of both teaching and operational support staff across our Trust.

The programme has offered a broad range of learning opportunities, covering everything from leadership development and coaching to flexible working, safer recruitment, and investigation officer training. These sessions have supported career progression and strengthened capability across all areas of our workforce.

To ensure accessibility and flexibility, we introduced ‘Bitesize Sofa Sessions’, offering short, practical learning opportunities delivered both online and in person.

Following the success of this approach, we are expanding our offer in the new academic year to include a refreshed central CPD programme and a new line management development programme, designed to complement our existing middle leadership offer and further embed a culture of continuous professional growth across the Trust.