Leadership in Post-Compulsory Education: Inspiring Leaders of the Future [Hardcover]

Leadership of different kinds exists at many levels in the post-compulsory sector-from principles to programme leaders, administrative staff and even caretakers. Based around case studies of current leaders in post-compulsory education, this unique book explores a number of leadership models and styles in order to provide inspiration and guidance for the next wave of potential leaders.

* Captures authentic voices of the leaders

* Includes examples of further, adult, community and prison education

* Covers all type of leadership: charismatic leaders, academic leaders, spiritual leaders, women leaders, ethnic leaders, ethnic leaders, business leaders

Presenting a wide and holistic view of leadership at different levels, this book is relevant for all potential and current leaders in post-compulsory education. By encouraging readers to review and reflect on the models described, the book will inspire leaders of the future to develop their own leadership styles and visions.

Introduction; Part 1 Leadership in Post-compulsory Education; Chapter 1 State of play: leadersipnow in post-compulsory education; Chapter 2 Leadership in education; Chapter 3 Leaders or managers; Chapter 4 Equality and diversity perspectives; Chapter 5 Its all change!: Transformations in post-compulsory education; Chapter 6 Leaders in trouble: the dark side; Chapter 7 New leaders on the move; Part 2 Models of Post-compulsory Education Leadership: Current Leaders; Chapter 8 Servant Leadership: rounding up leadership roles; Chapter 9 Guardians of knowledge: change agents; Chapter 10 Transforming colleges: quantum leadership; Chapter 11 Women at the helm: systemic leadership; Chapter 12 Diversity in post-compulsory education: inclusive leadership; Chapter 13 Movers and shakers: skills empowerment leadership; Chapter 14 Guiding lights: ethical leadership; Chapter 15 Roots and all: networked and evidence-based rel³'