National leader of education (NLE) application

The latest national leader of education (NLE) application round is now open until 23 September 2016. To become an NLE, you and your school need to meet specific criteria.

You need to:

• be judged an outstanding serving headteacher with at least 3 years’ headship experience
• expect to remain at your current school for at least 2 years after being selected
• be accountable for 1 or more schools that meet the NSS criteria
• have the full support of your school’s governing body and director of children’s services or senior educational professional.

For further information please see the the following link: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/national-leaders-of-education-a-guide-for-potential-applicants