Dr. Rijken retired as Principal and CEO of Cardijn College, leaving an indcedible mark on the institution overseeing 1950 students and 240 staff across three campuses. His expertise extends beyond executive school administration to educational research at Curtin University, where he serves as an Adjunct Research Fellow, and part-time lecturing at the University of Adelaide….
With an illustrious 40-year career in education and leadership, John brings a wealth of experience to our community with experience in a diverse range of educational settings including Preschool to Year 12 schools, day and boarding schools, city and country schools, Catholic colleges and private schools. John’s 30 years of senior educational and executive leadership…
In his book Blink, Malcolm Gladwell introduces the concept of thin-slicing, which pertains to the ability to make swift decisions based on minimal information. He contends that while thin-slicing can effectively reach accurate conclusions, it is also susceptible to biases and stereotypes. The way you approach an interview is essential. Once the interviewer, along with…
Introducing our first ‘Voices of Change – Leading Education Forward’ video featuring Dr Paul Teys We’re beyond excited to kick off our Voices of Change series with a compelling conversation featuring Dr Paul Teys – a visionary change provocateur, strategist, and coach for educational leaders. In this must-watch interview, Dr. Teys dives into the evolving…
Does It Really Matter? The recruitment of school leaders is one of the most significant responsibilities for any educational organisation. The process is more than filling a vacancy; it’s about shaping the future of the school and its community. But does the composition of the recruitment panel—the group tasked with selecting the right leader—really make…
According to the ATWD National Trends: Teacher Workforce publication, which provides insight into emerging national trends in the teacher workforce, men are overrepresented among school leaders, presenting a notable disparity in gender representation. In 2022, women comprised 76% of registered teachers, yet only 71% of senior leaders. From 2020 to 2022, the proportion of women…
The Australian Teacher Workforce Data (ATWD) provides insights into the median hours worked by senior and middle leaders. In 2022, these senior leaders worked 58 hours a week, or 153% of contracted hours. Meanwhile, middle leaders’ median hours worked were 52 or 137% of contracted hours. Despite a slight reduction in the median hours worked…
Culture, Well-being and Leadership are all connected! Peter Drucker rightfully says “Culture eats strategy for breakfast” The Be You National Mental Health in Education Survey 2024 reviews the educational wellbeing landscape and the impact of leadership and culture. Three key takeaways are below: Mentally healthy workplaces: Cultivating a mentally healthy workplace starts from the top,…
In an ever-evolving education landscape, remarkable leaders have stepped forward to drive meaningful change. These change-makers aren’t just challenging the status quo—they’re introducing fresh ideas and transformative approaches that are shaping the future of education. Their work creates a ripple effect, extending beyond individual schools and communities to inspire others to think differently, act boldly,…
Recruiters review numerous resumes for prospective and current educational leaders in our schools, and nowadays, these applications are “rolling” throughout the year. Internationally, particularly in North America, it is now not uncommon to have executive leadership positions advertised up to 1.5 years in advance. I will discuss this trend in my next article. Some resumes…