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The largest professional association for school leaders in the UK with more than 50,000 members in England, Wales & NI. Our support line is 0300 30 30 333.
@naht.org.uk57% of young people say they don't know what career they want to pursue, while 30% want to work in an area they're passionate about.
The BBC Bitesize Careers and Open University Follow Your Passion campaign helps pupils explore where their interests could take them.
@naht.org.ukSchool leaders are working harder than ever as workload, bureaucracy and funding pressures continue to grow.
It's time to demand better. Better workload. Better support. Better for schools, staff and children.
✏️ Add your voice: https://bit.ly/4hECSnq
@naht.org.ukNew research commissioned by Ofsted found 88% of schools said inspections negatively affected well-being, while only 32% felt inspection-related workload was manageable.
Graded inspections should be halted immediately and replaced with a more constructive approach.
@naht.org.ukOfficials from across NAHT will come together in November for Officials' Conference 2026. ✉️ If you’re an NAHT official, please keep an eye on your inbox for the latest information.
@naht.org.ukSchool leaders are standing together to demand better on inspection, recognition, funding and workload.
The more voices behind the movement, the stronger our collective voice becomes.
📢 Join us: https://bit.ly/4jRkh7Z
@naht.org.ukPreparing for a possible inspection this term?
NAHT's updated Ofsted guidance includes practical advice on:
✅ Planning calls
✅ Inspection nominees
✅ Reflection meetings
✅ Keeping records during an inspection
✅ Raising concerns if something doesn't feel right
🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4wYY8dx
@naht.org.ukThis #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re challenging inequality, tackling discrimination, and helping to create a fairer, more inclusive future for everyone.
You can help drive meaningful change through the Leaders for Race Equality network.
👉 Find out more and get involved: https://bit.ly/3Fv71TD
@naht.org.ukThe Department for Education has opened applications for funded bursaries for SBLs to study towards the CIPFA Level 7 in School Financial and Operational Leadership.
Applications must be received by 11:45pm on Tuesday 20 October 2026.
@naht.org.uk📢 The Children's Well-being & Schools Act is coming. Are you ready?
Join us on 7 October for practical guidance on understanding your new responsibilities and preparing for implementation with confidence.
👉 Book now: https://bit.ly/4wodM1S
@naht.org.ukThis #WorldTeachersDay we're celebrating all the teachers and leaders who change lives every day. But their dedication alone cannot fix chronic underinvestment in schools, a punitive inspection regime or unsustainable workload.
🪧 Demand better - add your name to our campaign: https://bit.ly/4AEs95o
@naht.org.uk🎥 School leaders are demanding better inspection.
We're calling for graded inspections to be halted and the new Ofsted framework to be independently reviewed, working with the profession to create a fairer system.
✍️ Add your signature: https://bit.ly/4jexhGP
@naht.org.uk🎉 6,000 school leaders have signed their support for #WeDemandBetter.
Together, we're calling for the change education needs. If you haven't signed yet, add your voice today 👇
@naht.org.ukIf you work in school business leadership or support services, Education Mutual would love to hear from you for its annual School Business Leader Well-being Index survey. The survey is open to professionals working across the #SBL community.
Share your experiences: https://bit.ly/4gT6VHS
@naht.org.uk📢 What does the Children's Well-being & Schools Act mean for your school?
Join Kelly Hannaghan on 7 October for a practical online session covering attendance, inclusion, safeguarding and pupil well-being, plus clear next steps for implementation.
Book now 👇
https://bit.ly/4wodM1S
@naht.org.ukOur general secretary Paul Whiteman spoke at a panel event with the Education Policy Institute at Labour Party Conference exploring some of the barriers to the government's ambition of moving towards a trust-led school system.
@naht.org.ukNAHT president Dave Woods reflects on Day 2 at Labour conference - when debate focused on the challenge the government faces in ensuring education reforms are sustainable for schools amid concerns over funding and workload.
@naht.org.ukInteresting debate with education secretary Lucy Powell during EPI event at Labour conference on how to transform the life chances of disadvantaged pupils. Recognition that schools have a vital role - but also that they can't do it alone and need support, including from local services.
@naht.org.uk🌟 Join us for Stronger at the start, a FREE well-being webinar on 1 October, delivered with Education Support.
Explore practical ways to protect your energy, reduce overwhelm and support well-being across your school community.
👉 Register your FREE place: https://bit.ly/4ycyEel
@naht.org.ukAfter our NAHT delegation's first day at Labour Party conference, general secretary Paul Whiteman reflects on education secretary Lucy Powell's words.
@naht.org.ukAt today's joint union fringe event with education secretary Lucy Powell our general secretary Paul Whiteman argued that school leaders improve standards, not Ofsted. Paul called for a fairer accountability system which trusts leaders and teachers & ensures schools meet standards set by government.
