ABSTRACT

This book is for headteachers, senior and middle managers in both primary and secondary schools, and all teachers involved in the performance management process. It sets out the aims and objectives of the system, and offers sensible, practical advice to help make performance management work effectively in schools.

Case studies are used to illustrate the processes involved in performance management, and each chapter ends with suggestions for staff discussions, looking at the common concerns and issues that arise.

Joan Dean has taught in primary, secondary and further education, and has held two headships. She has also been a primary schools adviser and a chief inspector, and has published more than thirty books on education. In 1980, she was awarded the OBE for services to education.

chapter 1|9 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|15 pages

The school culture and climate

chapter 3|5 pages

The performance management process

chapter 4|13 pages

Roles and responsibilities

chapter 5|19 pages

The school as a learning place for staff

chapter 6|6 pages

Appointing staff

chapter 7|13 pages

The induction of newly appointed staff

chapter 9|18 pages

Monitoring performance

chapter 10|9 pages

Self-evaluation and action research

chapter 11|15 pages

The performance management review

chapter 12|4 pages

Failing teachers

chapter 13|4 pages

Performance related pay

chapter 14|6 pages

Evaluating performance management

chapter 15|5 pages

Concerns and problems

chapter 16|2 pages

Conclusion