For example, Alex is new to Student Services leadership in higher education after a career working in the NHS, so he wants to find his allies in the sector, build networks and understand challenges and opportunities in the sector.
Understand the sector and develop your expertise
Develop your knowledge of Student Services leadership in UK higher education.
Find your peer community and establish networks
Connect with people who can help you with advice, shared good practice, and encouragement.
Find resources to help you with your work
For example guidance, research, and examples of good practice.
Identify areas of Student Services expertise that you need to develop
Develop your skills and expertise in areas of Student Services through professional development, mentoring, and more.
Develop your leadership skills and approaches
Find resources to help you develop as a leader and manager.
Take care of yourself as leader
Find resources to help you focus on self-care, so that you can support others effectively.
Develop your team’s expertise or skills
Find resources for developing and supporting your teams.
