To cross the threshold, teachers will need to demonstrate high and sustained levels of achievement and commitment. Heads will appraise and review their progress, underpinned by external assessment. This will ensure credibility and consistency. Over time we expect a majority of teachers to be of a standard to cross the threshold. Second, to strengthen leadership.
Good heads are the key to success.
We need to develop strong leaders, reward them well and give them the freedom to manage. We will also set up a National College for School Leadership to strengthen headship training and give it a new more dynamic focus drawing on the best that education and business have to offer. We also want to reward staff for teamwork in raising standards. This could mean rewards for staff as teams or individuals, including classroom assistants and other support staff. Third, we want to improve teacher training.