Stories of School Leadership - Episode 22 - Andy Downing

In this Episode I am joined by vastly experienced senior leader Andy Downing. As he nears retirement Andy and I take the opportunity to revisit his career spanning over 50 years in the sector leading in schools and authorities. We explore the difference educators make to young people, how important people centred leadership is and what it’s like to take on your first headship closer to the end of your career than the start!  Andy and I talk about the current challenges in leadership and explore the value of autonomy and trust. It was a pleasure to hear Andy’s journey, I hope you enjoy listening.