Programme dates and content
| Day | Where and when | Content |
| Day 1 | In person - London 09.30 to 17.00 Saturday 14 November 2026 | · Aims and introduction · Obstacles and opportunities · Networking and building rapport · Planning for success |
| Day 2 | Online 14.30 to 17.30 Tuesday 14 December 2026 | · Developing vision · Personal change and effectiveness · Building confidence |
| Day 3 | Online 14.30 to 17.30 Tuesday 26 January 2027 | · Adding value to your job application · Preparing for a successful interview |
| Day 4 | In person - London 09.30 -17.00 Saturday 27 February 2027 | · Interview practice · Presentation delivery · Meeting preparation · Personal statement writing |
| Day 5 | Online 14.30 to 17.30 Tuesday 23 March 2027 | · Raising your profile as a leader · Leading change · Leadership styles |
| Day 6 | Online 14.30 to 18.00 Tuesday 20 April 2027 | · Sharing of leadership lessons · Achievements and impact |
This programme explores Black professionals’ experiences in recruitment and promotion, offering practical strategies, peer learning, and leadership development to overcome systemic barriers, enhance visibility, and build confidence to pursue and secure senior roles.
Costs
This programme will be fully funded by the NEU. This includes travel to the in-person sessions.
Booking
You must ensure you can commit to the whole programme before booking, including ensuring access to a private space for the online sessions which are scheduled during the working day. This will involve discussions with your employer to secure the time off to attend these sessions. Places are limited and non-transferable.
Programme background
The NEU is determined to address the disproportionately small number of Black leaders at all levels in education. As part of this, the union is offering this personal and professional development programme aimed at equipping Black members with the skills and confidence to identify career paths and apply for promotion.
The NEU uses the term ‘Black’ for “all members who self-identify as Black, Asian or any other ‘minority ethnic’ groups who do not identify themselves as white.” This includes Gypsy and Roma non-white people.
