1-day Workshop | Jun 5 | Kuala Lumpur
Stepping Into Middle Leadership
A Practical Leadership Orientation for New and Aspiring Middle Leaders
Dates: June 5, Friday, 2026
Time: 8:30AM-4:30PM
Location: Nexus International School, Putrajaya, Malaysia
Date & Time
June 5, Friday
8:30AM - 4:30PM
Location
Nexus International School, Putrajaya, Malaysia
Early Bird Price*
MYR 1,600 MYR 1,300 pp
*Expires on Apr 30, 2026.
Bulk discount available for 3+ registrations from the same school.
Audience
New and Aspiring Middle
Leaders preparing for the 26-27 academic year
Certificate Program
8 Hours of Professional Development will be Awarded.
Who this is for
This one-day learning experience is designed for educators who are stepping into a middle leadership role for the first time, or who have recently been appointed and want to start the new academic year with clarity and confidence.
It is particularly relevant for:
New Heads of Department, Year Level Leaders, Coordinators, or Team Leaders, aspiring middle leaders preparing for the 2026–27 academic year, educators who want practical preparation for leading colleagues.
What this day is about
This is a highly practical leadership orientation with a focus on:
Understanding what middle leadership actually involves
Knowing what to prioritise early on
Avoiding common early mistakes
Feeling prepared to begin the role well
Learning Objectives
What You Will Learn
Across the day, we will dive into the mechanics of effective middle leadership, helping you to:
Navigate the "Middle"
Understand the unique position of middle leadership and why it can feel challenging, particularly in the first term
Set High-Impact Norms
Identify which expectations and team habits matter most during your first few weeks.
Define Your Boundaries
Clarify what sits within your responsibility, what you can influence, and what you don’t need to carry
Prioritise with Precision
Gain clarity on what to prioritise, and what not to prioritise, in the first 6-8 weeks
Break the "Rescuing" Cycle
Recognise common pressure patterns in new leaders, including the temptation to “rescue” or over-function
Master Key Conversations
Prepare for the key conversations that set direction and expectations at the start of the year
Workshop Outcomes
What You Will Leave With
You will walk away with a toolkit ready for Day One:
Role Clarity: A definitive understanding of what is (and isn’t) expected of you.
Decision-Making Tools: Practical frameworks for making better leadership choices under pressure.
Grounded Confidence: A sense of readiness built on solid preparation rather than "performance."
A Term One Focus: A realistic, actionable plan tailored for your first few months.
Immediate Language: Ready-to-use scripts and frameworks for leading your team effectively from the start.
Early Bird Now Open
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Price
Individual
MYR 1,600
MYR 1,300 pp
Bulk*
MYR 1,200
MYR 900 pp
*3 or more participants from the same school registering at the same time.
Early Bird offer expires on April 30, 2026.
Agenda
Session 1
Understanding Your Role, and Where Your Leadership Actually Sits
Essential Question: What is my leadership responsibility in this role, and what is not?
Focus
What leadership responsibility means in a middle leadership role
The difference between responsibility for leadership and responsibility for outcomes
How unclear responsibility leads to over-functioning and rescuing patterns
You will leave with
Clear understanding of what sits within your leadership responsibility or how to get that clarity without burning bridges
Greater confidence in not taking on work or responsibility that belongs elsewhere or should be shared
Language for holding your role clearly and consistently
Session 2
Setting Norms That Create Accountability Without Micromanaging
Essential Question: How do I set expectations that actually hold when I’m not in the room?
Focus
Why norms are a leadership tool, not a team-building exercise
How clear expectations reduce dependency on the leader
What to do when norms are unclear or ignored
You will leave with
A practical norms framework ready to use with your team
Language for introducing and reinforcing expectations
Clarity on how to address norm drift early
Session 3
Leading Everyday Conversations with Clarity and Composure
Essential Question: How do I address issues early without avoiding or over-escalating?
Focus
Why everyday leadership conversations often feel harder than they need to be
Separating facts, interpretations, and assumptions
Staying grounded when emotions are present
You will leave with
A simple, repeatable structure for leadership conversations
Tools for checking assumptions before acting
Increased confidence to intervene early and appropriately
Session 4
Starting Well – The First Moves That Matter
Essential Question: What do I need to get right at the start to lead effectively?
Focus
The order in which early leadership actions matter
What needs to be established early and what can wait
How early decisions shape clarity and momentum
You will leave with
Clarity on what to prioritise in the first phase of leadership
Confidence in sequencing leadership actions without rushing
A grounded sense of direction moving forward
Facilitator
Claire Peet
Claire Peet is an experienced international education consultant specialising leadership development and professional learning programming. She works with international schools across Asia to support learning and development systems, sustainable change implementation and leadership growth pathways.
Learn with Peers at
Nexus International School, Putrajaya, Malaysia
Address: 1, Jalan Diplomatik 3/6, Presint 15, 62050 Putrajaya, Wilayah Persekutuan Putrajaya, Malaysia
