The National Education Union is the largest education union in Europe. School leaders and college managers are vital to the NEU as they are in a strong position to influence and implement policy. The union sees the great value of supporting and helping to develop ethical leaders who lead and shape the future of education.
The NEU understands the complex and professionally demanding work done by school leaders and college managers. We offer advice that will assist leaders in overcoming these challenges.
We support leaders in standing together with other educational professionals to inform NEU policy that benefits teaching and learning and the education system.
Ofsted
Join the NEU and a coalition of school leaders, national organisations, ex-school inspectors, trade unions, academics and Professor Julia Waters, whose sister Ruth Perry died in 2023 to call for a new system to replace Ofsted – one that is supportive, effective and fair.
Since the onset of the pandemic in early 2020, several critical issues have emerged that demand significant attention from school leaders. Among these, “supporting staff wellbeing and mental health” stands out, as the ongoing challenges have highlighted the need for adequate resources and supportive measures to help educators cope with heightened stress and anxiety. To read more of the challenges and gain further insights, read our report on School Leadership in Current Times: As School Leaders See It.
