Headteacher Transition Checklist
Headteacher handover checklist covering school operations, key information, governance and first meetings.
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The Headteacher Transition Checklist is for outgoing and incoming headteachers to work through together during a handover. It helps the new head get a clear picture of how the school runs and makes sure important information is passed on.
What's inside
- Structured prompts for pre-handover meetings and getting to know the school
- Sections on staffing, school improvement documents, governance, safeguarding and more
- Space to record key contacts and responsibilities
Format: checklist, digital download.
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