Chris Turner is a Lecturer in Education in the Institute of Education, at the University of Reading, UK.

It is increasingly being acknowledged that subject leaders hold the key to school improvement and professional development. However, there is little information available for subject leaders to help them with the day-to-day practicalities of running a department on top of existing teaching commitments. This uniquely practical book deals specifically with current issues faced by subject heads of department (HoDs). Engagingly and entertainingly written, this book covers the major areas of concern to subject leaders, including leadership styles, managing staff, managing pupil performance, strategic planning, curriculum development and coping with problems.

CHAPTER 1The role of the subject Head of Department
CHAPTER 2Different leadership styles
CHAPTER 3Managing staff
CHAPTER 4Managing pupil performance (using data)
CHAPTER 5Dealing with accountability
CHAPTER 6Managing professional development
CHAPTER 7Departmental planning
CHAPTER 8Teamwork
CHAPTER 9Your subject
CHAPTER 10Learning from experience
CHAPTER 11Coping with problems
CHAPTER 12Curriculum development
CHAPTER 13Your role in the bigger picture