Heads & Tales – Jodh Dhesi

Schools

26 Apr

Episode 32: Jodh Dhesi's rise to educational heavyweight

Jodh Dhesi's demeanour defies his lofty position as CEO of King Edward VI Foundation Birmingham. Instead, he shows off his wholesome, empathetic side in our latest instalment of Heads & Tales. From his early days as a budding modern linguist to spearheading an educational juggernaut, Jodh is a voice in this sector that people stop and listen to.

🎙️ Episode recap:

Jodh reflects on the impact mentoring has had throughout his career, particularly from a senior leader during his time at Parkside Federation Academies.
Growing up with parents that both left school at 16, his sister trailblazed by going to university and led to a newfound academic ambition in Jodh.
He discusses the importance of social mobility in education and the power of partnerships in the diverse UK school sector.
He shares a touching moment at one of the UK's most deprived schools when their Ofsted inspection was graded from 'adequate' to 'good'.
He reveals the book that changed the way he perceives art and culture.
Labelled a 'centrist dad' by his younger sister, he discusses his most controversial opinions, from the multifaceted schooling system to inherited privilege