Worked on an adult / adult basis, inspired me and quietly allowed me to get on.

Making it clear they believe in you and actively supporting what you are putting in place whilst also helping you keep focused on learning and monitoring

Always start with needs of children. Filter all new initiatives through this vision.

Clear sense of direction provided. An open door to staff. Puts needs of pupils first. Must love the job.

Recognising that when you have good staff the best thing to do is just provide listening ear and let them get on with it.

Encouraging and inspiring all members of the school community.

Maintaining an understanding of the curriculum and pedagogies.
Keeping up with developments in technology

Not losing touch with how things really are in the classroom - realising, & appreciating, the workload that most teachers have

Giving teachers the chance to hone their leadership skills - sometimes they don't even know they have them!

Active recognition of achievement and effort in all members of the school community

seeing things through right to the end.

Being approachable by staff, pupils and parents - no need for a them and us.

Listening to and trying thoughts and ideas of staff and pupils alike!

openness, honesty and integrity

Taking time to talk to staff and show them true kindness and understanding when needed - very under-rated but important qualities!

Consistency and clarity when dealing with both staff and pupils