Supporting the retention of minority ethnic teachers: A research and practice based guide for school leaders

Abstract

This brief guide is intended to draw a greater attention to the racial climate in schools and to encourage both new and experienced school leaders to reflect on the teacher retention practice within their schools in relation to the experiences of minority ethnic teachers. The guide is organised around three interrelated principles which can help school leaders from all backgrounds develop confidence and dispositions to increase levels of racial literacy and anti-racist practice. Each of the key principles is divided into themes, with suggestions from the Ethnic Diversity Network on how to put them into practice.