
SEND Leadership 2020/21
Applications are now CLOSED for this hugely influential programme commissioned by DfE
Our leadership development programme is designed to support public sector leaders working to develop their skills and presence as leaders.
We work with authentic, courageous, values-based organisations and leaders.
One of the programme’s unique characteristics is that alongside formal leadership theory it draws in the NDTI’s philosophy of all people, communities and organisations being rich in assets and practice from our work alongside large and small, statutory and voluntary sector organisations around the country and with a range of different people and ‘client’ groups.
We have successfully worked with hundreds of leaders across the sector which helps to continually refine and update our programme, which focuses on participant’s leadership capabilities and knowledge to expand influence to increase impact.
Whilst we will work with you to co-design and adapt the programme to your needs, the core programme contains:
Delivery weaves together presentations, guest speakers, group work, individual reflection and action planning.
Applications are now CLOSED for this hugely influential programme commissioned by DfE
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Bill Love
Tel: 07593 443740
Email: bill.love@ndti.org.uk
“This was a really amazing programme. It has been extremely timely for me moving from health towards social care senior role.
The project was also incredibly positive to engage with and has started to make a massive impact at work. Brilliant facilitators as well. Great group of participants too!”
(Leadership Programme Participant 2018)
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