Alan (not his real name) is a headteacher and NLE (national leader of education) in the Greater Manchester area. He started his first headship in 1996 at a small single form entry primary and is now in his third headship at a large primary in a challenging area - a position he's held for more than a decade.
National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) Opinion piece: Wha t's on your T-shirt? Federations and chains: future perfect or fashion fad? Dr Martin Young, executive headteacher and national leader of education,The Park Federation Academy