Five evidence-based retention strategies that won’t bust the budget
Wednesday 26 November - 12:00
At a time when schools are facing increasing challenges with staff workload, wellbeing, and retention, understanding what truly makes a difference has never been more important. This session will draw on the latest research to uncover what really matters to school staff and how leaders can respond in ways that are both meaningful and affordable.
Join Liz Worthen from Creating Value in Schools for an insightful exploration of five practical, evidence-based strategies designed to support staff retention without stretching your budget. Discover what recent research tells us about the factors influencing staff satisfaction and commitment, and learn how to translate these findings into everyday actions that strengthen wellbeing and sustainability in your school.
By the end of the session, you will:
Understand key research insights into staff motivation and retention.
Reflect on what these findings mean for your own context and workforce.
Take away five practical, low-cost strategies to improve staff wellbeing and workload.
Feel confident applying these approaches to create lasting positive change in your setting.
Liz been working in education for 25+ years now. First as a secondary school English teacher in an inner-city comprehensive, and since then in educational programmes, professional development, and digital publishing. "I was Head of Content at Optimus Education for nearly 10 years, a role which gave me knowledge and insight into all kinds of aspects of school life". She is now the proud owner of Creating Value In Schools.
The platform offers a “Need to Know” feed with concise weekly updates on education policy, research, and news, particularly focused on school practice in England. For a small fee, readers gain full access to these updates and receive timely alerts. In addition, the site hosts a blog where leaders and practitioners reflect on issues such as sustainability, financial pressure, wellbeing, and innovation in schools.
At the core of its work is the idea of “creating value” across several dimensions. This includes supporting educators to use resources effectively, maximizing benefits for students and communities, reducing environmental impact, and stretching financial resources further. The platform is designed to serve professionals across the education sector who are committed to improving outcomes for schools and learners.
At Derventio Education, we're incredibly passionate about the power of collaboration and shared knowledge in education. Many of us here have deep roots in schools - we're teachers, former leaders, and even school governors ourselves! This firsthand experience fuels our commitment to fostering a vibrant learning community.
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