Personal Assistant to Leadership roles

Description

This one day program is a new course for key support people to school leadership. This program acknowledges the crucial contribution made by Personal Assistants both to the smooth running of the school and as the first public face encountered by parents and the community. What will this program cover? Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on the multiple facets of their role as public ambassador, gatekeeper, minder, historian and general mine of information. The workshops will focus on practical strategies for improving effectiveness and satisfaction in the Personal Assistant role. There is a focus on furthering knowledge and skills as well as opportunities to share practical knowledge and tips. While the final program is yet to be finalised some of what we plan to cover is:  Understanding the ever-changing educational landscape ~ School Registration, Child Protection, Teacher Registration, Critical Incident Management  Clarifying the role ~ managing the relationships, communicating effectively, managing difficult conversations  Events Management ~ planning and preparation, tips and tricks  Enhancing your leadership skills