Leadership & Management

In-House Leadership and Management Training for the Public Sector

Tailored training and development programmes to equip public sector leaders with the skills to motivate, manage and lead in complex environments.

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What We Offer

At ModernGov, we provide in-house leadership and management training programmes designed specifically for public sector leaders at all levels, from new managers to experienced senior leaders, all grounded in real public sector challenges. Our core leadership and
management topics include:

  • Core Leadership Skills for Public Sector Managers

    Develop day-to-day confidence in managing teams, time and performance under pressure.

  • Developing Resilient & Emotionally Intelligent Leaders

    Strengthen resilience, adaptability & emotional intelligence to lead with clarity & compassion.

  • Leading Through Change & Transformation

    Support your team through restructures, policy shifts and digital transformation.

  • First-Time and Aspiring Manager Essentials

    Build foundational skills in leadership mindset, communication and accountability for those stepping into leadership roles.

  • Core Leadership Skills for Public Sector Managers

    Develop day-to-day confidence in managing teams, time and performance under pressure.

  • Leading High-Performing and Agile Teams

    Learn how to foster agility, trust and ownership to boost team performance in fast-changing environments.

  • Advanced Leadership and Strategic Thinking

    Equip experienced leaders with the tools to think strategically, influence stakeholders and lead through uncertainty.

  • Developing Resilient and Emotionally Intelligent Leaders

    Strengthen resilience, adaptability and emotional intelligence to lead with clarity and compassion.

  • Building a Positive, Inclusive Team Culture

    Create inclusive, respectful and psychologically safe teams where everyone can thrive.

  • Performance Management and Difficult Conversations

    Learn how to give feedback, address underperformance and have productive, honest conversations.

  • Coaching Skills for Managers

    Cultivate a coaching mindset to develop others, build trust and encourage continuous improvement.

  • Leading Through Change and Transformation

    Support your team through restructures, policy shifts and digital transformation.

  • Remote and Hybrid Leadership

    Lead effectively across locations, ensuring connection, wellbeing and accountability.

  • Strategic Decision-Making for Public Sector Leaders

    Make confident, evidence-based decisions aligned with organisational goals and public value.

  • Leading Across Boundaries and Silos

    Develop collaborative leadership skills to work effectively across departments, agencies, or sectors.

  • Political Awareness and Stakeholder Navigation

    Understand how to influence, manage upwards and navigate complex political or stakeholder landscapes with confidence.

  • Ethical Leadership and Public Accountability

    Explore how to lead with integrity, uphold public trust and make ethical decisions in high-stakes environments.

  • Succession Planning and Talent Development

    Learn how to spot potential, support career development and build future leadership capacity within your organisation.

  • Inclusive Leadership and Tackling Bias

    Strengthen your ability to lead inclusively, challenge bias and build equitable, high-performing teams.

  • Digital Leadership and Leading Innovation

    Gain confidence in championing digital change and service innovation, even without a technical background.

  • Board and Committee Leadership

    Develop the skills to chair meetings, influence governance decisions and lead effectively in formal boardroom settings.

Most Requested Sample Agendas

  • Leadership Skills for Emerging Managers

    Enhance leadership skills, motivate teams, handle difficult conversations, provide constructive feedback and manage performance effectively.

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  • Effective Strategic Thinking

    Evaluate your ability to adapt and problem solve, and gain a deeper understanding of how strategic thinking can improve your life.

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  • Creating Psychological Safety at Work

    Gain an overview of psychological safety and learn how to implement skills to help decision making in your team.

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  • Effective Change Management

    Facilitate cultural change and gain leadership skills to motivate those around you.

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  • Women in Leadership

    Create a personal vision of what it means to be an influential and powerful woman and enhance your capabilities to meet this goal.

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  • Developing High-Performing Teams

    Enhance the performance of your staff and improve processes to ensure your organisation is in the best position to achieve desired outcomes

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Mix. Match. Customise.

You don’t have to choose just one. We can combine elements from across these topics to create a tailored programme that meets your team’s exact needs, development goals and working context.

Whether you're looking for a one-off session for a team or a long-term leadership pathway for your whole organisation, we’ll work with you to design something truly relevant, practical and impactful, built from the parts that matter most to your people.

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Feedback & Testimonials

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Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

“Marie was absolutely amazing! The course was really engaging, relevant and interesting and has really helped me going into a manager role.
Everyone should do it!”

- SEO Fisheries Negotiations Evidence Lead

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Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service

“I will be reflecting on the knowledge, skills and ideas from this course for a while to come. I have already acted upon some of my action plan and I look forward to doing more. I feel empowered and invigorated to progress, thrive and share my learning with others.”

- Road Safety and Partnerships Manager

Regulator of Social Housing

“The trainer pace is just right, the content is thought provoking and the takeaways really enable constructive, strategic conversations to be had that will take your organisation forward.”


- Learning and Development Manager

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Cats Protection

"Marie was a great facilitator, she made the content engaging and provided some really useful tools for me to take forward"
- Senior Advocacy & Government Relations Officer

Islington and Shoreditch Housing Association

"This course is a brilliant refresher for those who have been in management positions for years; as well as beneficial to those who are new in management positions. Motivating course!"
- Customer Service Manager

Connected Voice

"When I signed up for this course I didn't realise that I would learn so much about myself, and think about the needs of my team and organisation. I am inspired to go and review the type of manager I need to be to keep my team motivated and performing. The delivery was great, and the course materials are invaluable"
- Finance Team Manager

NHS Trust

"I wish I had done this course at the start of my career"
- Head of Research and Innovation

National Crime Agency

"I thought the trainer was exceptional. She was interactive, experienced and built a very good rapport with the participants. The handouts will be very useful also.
- Senior Officer

Department for Transport

"The most engaging course I have attended in over 30 years"
- Policy Advisor

London Borough of Waltham Forest

"The whole course was of real benefit, delivered in a professional and structured way"
- Deputy Head of Building Control

Sudith Leigh

"As first time manager, this course gave me the tools and skills to be a leader and manager"
- Finance Manager

British Council

"Great trainer! Engaging and huge knowledge base and experience. Very personable - remembered all of our names!"
- Policy and Parliamentary Officer

Success Stories: Mini Public Sector Case Studies

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Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)

  • Challenge: Emerging managers required foundational leadership skills to transition into managerial roles effectively.

  • Approach: Delivered the "Leadership Skills for Emerging Managers" course, focusing on team dynamics, trust-building and communication strategies.

  • Results:
    - Enhanced managerial confidence and team engagement

    - Positive feedback highlighting the course's relevance and applicability

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service

  • Challenge: Female leaders aimed to build confidence and assertiveness in their leadership roles.

  • Approach: Facilitated the "Women in Leadership" course, addressing challenges unique to women in leadership positions and providing strategies for empowerment.

  • Results:

    - Participants reported increased confidence and a proactive approach to leadership challenges

    - Development of actionable plans to overcome barriers and enhance leadership effectiveness

Nottingham Trent University

  • Challenge: The Finance and Administration teams needed to build confidence in delivering presentations and business cases to senior stakeholders, with a focus on making a strong impact and influencing buy-in.

    Approach: Delivered a tailored training session focused on high-impact communication, persuasive business case delivery, and presentation skills designed for diverse roles and audiences.

    Results:

    - 100% positive feedback from participants, with the course exceeding expectations.

    - Attendees gained practical techniques and fresh perspectives, with many noting valuable personal and professional insights.

    - Strong recommendation from the team for both individual development and team building.

Regulator of Social Housing

  • Challenge: Senior leaders sought to implement a 360-degree feedback process to foster a culture of continuous improvement.

  • Approach: Conducted a tailored workshop on implementing effective 360 feedback mechanisms within the organisation.

  • Results:

    - Established a structured feedback process leading to improved leadership development

    - Increased employee engagement through transparent feedback channels

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

  • Challenge: Senior nurses needed space to reflect on their leadership strengths and areas for development, with the goal of building confidence and unity within their clinical service unit.

  • Approach: Delivered a bespoke leadership development programme focused on self-reflection, confident communication, and strategies for managing challenging team dynamics.

  • Results:

    - Created a more united team of senior nurses with increased confidence in handling difficult conversations and maintaining high standards.

    - Positive feedback praised the mix of discussion, group work and reflection, with participants feeling more equipped to lead with strength and consistency.

Derby City Council

  • Challenge: The newly established commercial services department needed to build commercial awareness to support growth and attract new clients, with the ultimate aim of generating income to support essential public services.

    Approach: Delivered a bespoke course focused on developing commercial strategy, understanding client expectations, and managing relationships—tailored specifically to public sector service delivery.

    Results:

    - Increased confidence in the direction of the team’s commercial strategy.

    - Greater clarity on value proposition, customer targeting, and relationship management.

    - Practical tools to support sustainable growth and repeat business from satisfied clients.

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Submit an Enquiry For Bespoke Leadership Training

What Happens After You Enquire?

  1. We contact you within one working day to discuss your goals and training needs.

  2. We hold a quick consultation to understand your specific requirements.

  3. We create a tailored course proposal with clear details and pricing based on your needs.

Why It Matters?

Our programmes are grounded in real public sector challenges and tailored to your team’s goals, roles and working environment

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62% of public sector managers say they have had no formal leadership training yet are expected to lead teams through complex challenges

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Strong leadership improves staff retention, engagement and public service outcomes

Investing in leadership development builds confident, capable teams who can adapt, perform and lead through change

Here’s Our 5 Step Process 

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Step 1: Initial Consultation

We work with you to gain an in-depth understanding of your specific needs.

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Step 2: Planning

We provide a detailed plan, agreeing your timeline, budget and training needs.

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Step 3: Training Design

With you, we find the right course structure and develop training exercises and materials for your needs.

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Step 4: Programme Delivery

Using a delivery method that suits your needs (online or face-to-face), we make sure the course runs to your requirements.

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Step 5: Post-Course

Using feedback reports, we provide you with detailed insight into the effectiveness of the training. As well as recommendations and follow-up training support.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • At ModernGov, we deliver in-house leadership and management training for a wide range of public sector and publicly funded organisations, including:

    • Central government departments and local government bodies

    • Local authorities and councils

    • Charities and third-sector organisations delivering public services

    • NHS organisations and private healthcare providers

    • Schools, academies and higher education institutions

    • Police forces, emergency services and public safety organisations

    • Justice and legal organisations

  • Both. Training can be delivered on-site face-to-face, either at client locations or at our facilities, or virtually, or through a blended approach.

    This flexible approach allows public sector organisations to select the delivery method that best meets the needs of their workforce, locations and requirements.

  • Programme length varies depending on the organisation’s needs. We offer flexible options, including half-day workshops, multi-day intensive programmes, or multi-session leadership pathways spread over weeks or months.

  • Our programmes are delivered by experienced facilitators and trainers with extensive public sector leadership experience, including senior civil servants, former agency executives and leadership development specialists.

  • Yes. Our in-house programmes are fully customisable to meet the unique needs of different departments, teams or leadership levels within public sector organisations. This ensures the content is relevant to your responsibilities, challenges and operational context.

  • Organisations can contact ModernGov via our enquiry form, email or phone to discuss training requirements. We provide a consultation to understand needs, customise content and recommend the most suitable delivery approach.