Leading Change in the Early Years

This book is ideal for early years leaders who understand the general principles and practice of leadership, but who are interested in exploring and expanding their understanding and expertise in leading reform and change.

Jillian Rodd is an educational and developmental psychologist and has published widely in the early childhood field throughout the world.

"This is a powerful text that utilises the voices of early years leaders to clearly articulate the challenges of leading change and demonstrate how the sector is rising to that challenge. It is, therefore, an excellent and vital resource for all working in the early years sector and comes at absolutely the right time as the pace of change in the sector continues to be fast flowing."
Dr Caroline Leeson, Associate Professor of Early Childhood Studies, Plymouth University

"This text draws on research evidence and case studies from practice to support those dealing with change on a daily basis. By encouraging early years professionals to draw on their skills of leadership and interpersonal relationships, Jillian provides clear strategies to enact change. This is a 'must have' book for all those working in the Early Years."
Nikki Fairchild, Early Years Initial Teacher Training Programme Coordinator, University of Chichester

"At a time when early years practitioners everywhere are feeling pressure to respond to the children's policy...