Rethink how your school or trust attracts and retains talent.
With record-high teacher vacancies and growing support staff shortages, the education sector can’t afford to ignore flexible working. It’s no longer a nice-to-have; it’s a strategic necessity for recruitment, retention, and staff wellbeing.
Join our free webinar to explore how flexible working can be implemented successfully across all roles in schools and trusts. Learn from real examples of how forward-thinking leaders are reducing burnout, boosting job satisfaction, and building staff cultures people don’t want to leave.
What we’ll cover:
• Practical models of flexible working that fit within school structures
• How to foster a ‘yes-first’ culture at board and leadership level
• Strategies to support staff wellbeing and increase retention
• Inspiring case studies from across the sector
Perfect for trustees, governors, senior leaders, HR leads, and governance professionals looking to future-proof their workforce.
Register now and take the next step toward a more sustainable, flexible education workforce.
Emma Balchin
Chief Executive
Emma has over 25 years of experience in education, leadership and school improvement and in leading professional development services. Emma has also governed and chaired across maintained schools, academy trusts and local academy committees.
Sam Henson
Deputy Chief Executive
Sam has been NGA's Deputy Chief Executive since January 2024 and previously worked as NGA's Director of Policy and Communications. Sam oversees NGA's policy, research, advocacy, external affairs and advice and guidance work. Sam works closely with and deputises for NGA's Chief Executive, leading the organisation to achieve positive change and drive influence at a national level through our policy and influencing work.