New Headteacher Induction 25-26
SAfE is committed to developing outstanding leaders who can transform schools and ultimately improve outcomes for children and young people. We are passionate about supporting collaborative partnerships.
The Schools Alliance for Excellence Induction Programme for New Headteachers/acting Headteachers across all phases in Surrey schools aims to support new Headteachers during the rewarding but challenging first year in role. Our induction programme gives you the opportunity to develop your leadership and establish relationships with other new and experienced headteachers, building your own professional network.
We begin the programme with a New Headteacher Welcome Breakfast in early September. Join us to meet other new to role headteachers and/or new to Surrey to meet the SAfE Team and other key stake holders that you will partner with.
In addition to the breakfast, the programme consists of six ‘in person’ sessions. Sessions 1 & 6 will be at the SAfE Headquarters and will focus on Leadership thinking and learning. Sessions 2, 3, 4, & 5 will be hosted in phase specific schools and will include input on a key element of Headship; Finance, HR, Governance & Curriculum. These sessions will include time with the host HT, a learning walk, expert input on the key element, and facilitated discussion about the topic and other relevant issues.
The beliefs, knowledge and or teaching practices this programme aims to address
Understand the statutory aspects of headship
Development of strategies and approaches to management of staff, including holding difficult conversations
Support with developing the vision of the school
Familiarisation of the support available for Headteachers in Surrey
Input and learning about key aspects of school leadership
Intended Impact on Practice
To build skills, knowledge and confidence of New HTs to undertake their new role.
Opportunity to network with others new to role.
Intended improvement and/or evaluation of impact for pupils, including those with SEND and/or disadvantaged backgrounds
Supporting good school leadership will benefit all pupils, including those with SEND and/or from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Pricing
£800 for SAfE Subscribers
£1000 for Non SAfE Subscribers
£667.00 Excl. VAT
Event Details
Day 1: October 02, 2025
Day 2: November 05, 2025
Day 3: January 21, 2026
Day 4: March 25, 2026
Day 5: May 20, 2026
Day 6: July 08, 2026
Start time:
09:00 BST
End time:
12:00 BST
Venue: The first and last session will be held at SAfE's training suite at St John the Baptist Secondary School, Woking, GU22 9AL Session two, three, four & five will be held at a phase specific setting.



