Everything you always wanted to know about starting your teaching career but never dared to ask The book will take the NQT through a journey which starts with interviews, leads them through the first visit before taking up the job and then into the first hectic weeks and months. Light in touch but rich in content, it can be read around the pool during the holidays before your first term or kept at your bedside or in your desk draw for an emergency flick through once teaching gets underway

The Art of Being a Brilliant Middle Leader is the latest book to join the successful Art of Being Brilliant series. Whether you're already leading or you have it on your radar, this book is for you. Don't expect a textbook full of highfalutin' theories though, this book is packed full of practical ideas that you can use instantly to help you in your current role or to get the position you want. How do you create a brilliant team? What is needed to establish an awesome ethos? How do you do those difficult personnel things? How do you make an impact? Answers to all of these questions and more...