Inspirational leadership and effective management lie at the heart of modern policing in Scotland. The aim of Leadership & Professional Development is to assist current and future leaders develop and to maximise their potential.

These pages will help you explore the range of programmes we offer.  All our training is provided by experienced programme co-ordinators and professional presenters who are experts in their field.

LEADERSHIP CHARTER

This Leadership Charter sets out what is expected from those who are privileged and entrusted with Leadership

A Leader Should:

Be Positive and Effective

Lead by example through setting high personal and professional standards
Promote, uphold and communicate ACPOS Ethical Principles
Champion and encourage improvement
Be open, accessible and accountable

Be Focused on Performance

Set clear and measurable objectives
Encourage and value a learning culture
Create an environment where people are motivated to achieve positive outcomes
Address unsatisfactory performance and behaviour

Recognise good work and provide regular feedback
Value and benefit from a shared vision of diversity
Foster and encourage teamwork
Encourage individual participation and consultation

Undertake Personal Development

Take responsibility for personal learning
Build on experience through personal reflection
Translate learning into improved actions
Ask for and learn from personal feedback

Create an atmosphere of openness and trust
Seek and respond to ideas and feedback
Demonstrate genuine interest in others through active listening and being available
Share information and use plain language

Set high standards of behaviour
Making fair and ethical decisions
Value equality and diversity
Champion continuous improvement

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