Russell Hobby to step down as NAHT general secretary in September

The general secretary of the National Association of Head Teachers, Russell Hobby, will step down in September, after seven successful years leading the association

Mr Hobby said: “It has been a privilege to lead NAHT, to work alongside and in support of such dedicated professionals, and I’m proud of our record on speaking up for children and school leaders in the UK. I am announcing my intent to leave now so that we have plenty of time to elect the right person as NAHT’s next general secretary. But there is much still to do in the time that remains. Tackling the funding crisis for schools, early years and children’s services remains a high priority for us.”

NAHT president, Kim Johnson, said: “Russell is a respected and inspiring leader who has transformed the association during his time as general secretary. His diplomacy and vision have made NAHT an influential voice for school leaders. In September he will leave NAHT in a strong position at the centre of the education debate.”

NAHT officials meet next week to plan the process of electing a successor, and a new general secretary will be in post at the start of the next academic year.