BEP is dedicated to helping schools achieve the highest standards of leadership, management, and educational outcomes. Our SIPs offer expert support and constructive challenge, empowering school leaders to drive improvement across all areas. With a strong focus on leadership development and the quality of education, SIPs work in partnership with you tostrengthen capacity, sustain excellence, and deliver lasting impact.
BEP, in collaboration with the Birmingham Trust Leaders’ Group, have designed an innovative programme that intertwines professional growth with personal development, ensuring that leaders not only learn to lead but also evolve as individuals. It is interactive, focusing on takeaways that can be used in your settings and draws from a wealth of knowledge from experienced leaders. Now in its second year, this highly acclaimed programme is aimed at new and aspiring leaders.
A series of leadership excellence webinars delivered online throughout the year by local leaders and BEP team members on a variety of relevant topics. They are designed to empower and inspire school Leaders in Birmingham, fostering a community of forward-thinking educators dedicated to continuous improvement.
BEP’s experienced advisors work closely with Governing Boards to deliver a robust, fair, and developmental assessment process—aligned with NGA guidance. We help identify key strengths and meaningful areas for growth, ensuring your Headteacher receives the recognition and support they deserve.
A comprehensive and flexible guidance package to support Governors and Trustees in selecting outstanding Senior Leaders. Our approach keeps school improvement at the forefront while ensuring a well-structured and tailored recruitment process. From the initial scoping and preparation for advertising, to shortlisting and interviewing, every step is designed to meet your specific needs, with the school’s vision and ethos at the heart of every decision.
Led by our highly respected Mental Health and Wellbeing team, recognised for their expertise and impactful approach, this training explores the underlying psychology of challenging complaints and why some can feel especially personal or persistent. You’ll gain practical strategies to protect your energy, stay composed under pressure, and lead with confidence.
BEP will provide an impartial, experienced and fully trained investigator to carry out a workplace investigation on your behalf. Your investigator will work with you to plan and conduct an impartial and fair investigation thoroughly and sensitively and report to you at its conclusion, allowing you to take appropriate actions with confidence
A bespoke coaching offer for leaders and leadership teams, designed to develop personal resilience, strategic clarity and confident leadership. Includes 1:1, group and team coaching, with specialist options to support leaders at all stages of their career.
We offer dedicated 1:1 supervision for Headteachers, providing a confidential space to reflect, offload, and strengthen personal and professional resilience. Sessions are tailored to support the unique pressures of school leadership, helping you stay grounded, focused, and well.
Headroom is a five-session, face-to-face programme combining psycho-education, self-development, and reflective supervision in a small, confidential group. It supports Heads in exploring their leadership style, personal wellbeing, and the impact on school development and change. The programme is highly interactive, encouraging open-minded reflection and personal growth.
These bespoke sessions designed to support School Governors and Trustees in fulfilling their core responsibilities effectively can be delivered flexibly — either online or in-person. Each session provides practical guidance and expert insights to enhance governance and drive school improvement.
A flexible offer placing an experienced professional within your leadership team to provide additional capacity, clarity and strategic support. Ideal for schools navigating change, growing leadership strength, or driving forward improvement with greater pace and confidence.