DELIOS Training and Consultancy

Online CPD

Both live online and pre-recorded webinars are available.

Join colleagues from around the country during live webinars or access a range of pre-recorded webinars that you can use as and when you need.

Bespoke training

Available both onsite and remotely.

Bespoke training sessions can be created or selected from a range of pre-existing courses that can be specifically tailored to your needs - available onsite, delivered live remotely or as a recorded session.

School Improvement Support

Conducted both on site and remotely

School Improvement Support provide schools with a ‘critical friend’ school improvement service. Over the last few years, I’ve worked with hundreds of school leaders exploring many aspects of school provision.

DfE Standards for Teacher Professional Development

Effective CPD

The courses we offer are underpinned by rigorous scholarship and supported by continual development and support. They meet the DfE’s Standards for Teachers’ Professional Development in the following ways:

They have a focus on improving and evaluating pupil outcomes;
They are underpinned by robust evidence and expertise, and are clear on intended outcomes and objectives;
There is an expectation of collaboration and there will be expert challenge;
Each course can form part of a CPD programme designed to equip staff with the knowledge and skills required to effectively implement within their school, and sustain improvements over time.

Paul Longden

Paul is a highly experienced and respected independent education consultant with over 30 years in education. He provides training, consultancy, and school improvement support to individual schools, clusters, multi-academy trusts (MATs), and local authorities across the UK. He also produces and delivers a wide range of webinars covering key educational themes.

A former headteacher of three schools, Paul has extensive leadership experience and a proven track record in driving school improvement. He has supported the development of leadership training programmes for the Centre for Educational Leadership in Manchester and served as a Regional Facilitator for the Training and Development Agency (TDA) in the West Midlands, delivering tailored consultancy and professional development.

Paul spent over five years working with an independent education consultancy before establishing his own company in 2015. Since then, his business has grown significantly and now supports more than 200 schools nationally.

As a former Ofsted inspector, Paul brings deep insight into inspection frameworks and expectations. His work during Ofsted and HMI inspections was regularly praised for his dynamism, strategic vision, and impactful leadership.

Earlier in his career, Paul worked with the Dudley PE and Numeracy advisory services, contributing to curriculum development and staff training.

"Paul delivered a bespoke INSET package for us on assessing the foundation curriculum. The content and delivery was just right and staff commented on how useful the training was as Paul adapted as he went along answering questions and offering advice relevant to our school and needs. His vast experience meant that we all had confidence in the content and materials of the session. We are looking forward to working with Paul in the future and would totally recommend his training sessions to other establishments."

Deputy Headteacher, Cheshire

“Paul has provided effective professional development for all members of the SLT. His passion for his work and the teaching and learning of children is second to none and because of this he never fails to inspire my staff and myself. The training Paul provides is good value for money and always leaves you wanting more! I would, and do, highly recommend his training packages as his personal approach is simply ingenious.”

Headteacher, Nuneaton

Contact details

Email: paul.longden@delios.co.uk

Mobile: 07525614441