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Coaching is becoming an important means of professional development within teaching. It is a key part of the National Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Strategy and leadership development (National College of School Leadership).
Benefits of this coaching programme have been shown to be:
A lot is expected of teachers who deliver coaching. There are significant differences between coaching adults and teaching children. A non-directive approach is most effective with adults whereas school teaching can be more directive.
Credibility and trust are essential in a coaching relationship. Language used by the coach must be consistent with developing trust, with being non-directive and also avoiding judgemental statements. The Developing Teachers in Coaching Course is specifically designed for teachers to quickly develop the key skills necessary to deliver transformation through coaching.
Coaching needs to be delivered within an appropriate context for it to be fully effective. Consideration must be given within the school as to how people are offered coaching and how coaching is used to achieve change. The course covers the critical factors in making sure that coaching is delivered in the most effective way.