1. The First Appraisal as a Principal

2. Initial Discussion Board Chair discussed Appraiser and process
Board Chair contacted Appraiser
Appraiser organized to meet with Chairman and then me to discuss process to be used
Dates set

3. Who was involved in my Appraisal?
Board used an independent person who had been a Principal and now worked as an advisor
She had also been on the selection panel for my appointment process

4. What did the Appraisal look like?
Based on My First 90 Days recruitment presentation
KPI’s set over the first year
Aligned to my job description
360 degree in style

5. The Process Data collected through Interviews with:
teaching and non-teaching staff
students
parents
Trust Board House staff
Trust Board members
(20 in total)

6. Interviews Focused on : Professional leadership – style, strengths
Management of staff
Relationship management
Contribution to overall culture and values of Schools and College

7. Data Gathering
Analysis of achievement data, reporting documents to parents, strategic plans, annual plans, newsletters, magazines, reports to Trust Board, ERO review
Self review
Appraisal was reported against my job description

8. Report Draft to me for review and feedback
Met with Appraiser to go through the report and discuss
Final report submitted to me and the Board Chair
Affirming and valuable in terms of my professional development and goals

9. Reflection and Documentation
Be honest
The ‘why not’ as important as the success stories
Demonstrate that you are realistic, adaptable
Achieving everything at all cost does not mean you are a top Principal

10. What to expect
If you become Principal of an Independent School the greatest driver is roll growth or maintaining your roll
You may be measured on this and it could influence your salary or bonus

11. Advice Discuss expectations early on
At your interview ask about the review process and professional feedback
Make sure you are involved in setting KPI’s
Ask for a mentor

12. Presentation for Recruitment
Mean what you say
Be prepared to carry out what you promise
You may also be reviewed and evaluated on it

13. Your Attitude is vital
Part of your ongoing professional development as a new Principal
Welcome the feedback
Set future goals so you continue to be the best you can be
Be transparent in communication with your Board - essential to ensure you have clear direction