A Deputy before 30, James MacNaughton has had a quick but seasoned journey to senior leadership. In this episode, we discuss his career steps thus far and the lessons learnt along the way, including the impact the wrong school can have. We also discuss his current role as Deputy Headteacher at The Swan School, a new free school in Oxford. If you're looking for progression inspiration, or you’re interested in building a school from the ground up, this is the episode for you. Enjoy!