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Birkenhead
Head of school
£35,000 - £50,000 a year
Posted: 12h ago
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Job Title: Head of School (Alternative Provision) Salary: Up to £50,000 (DOE, provision size, and student cohort) Benefits Location: Hamilton Square Type: Permanent / Full-Time Inspire Change. Lead Progress. Empower the Future. Are you passionate about transforming the lives of disengaged young people? We’re looking for an experienced and motivated leader to take the reins as Head of School for a small but impactful alternative provision. About Us Join a trusted network of OFSTED-regulated, independent schools operating nationwide. As part of a larger education group, we’re united by a mission to deliver innovative, high-quality learning experiences. With expanded facilities in Hamilton Square, we seek a dynamic leader to foster a nurturing, inclusive learning environment. This role is ideal for someone with a strong leadership background and a deep commitment to helping students achieve positive outcomes. The Role You'll lead operations at our Hamilton Square provision and support a nearby site in collaboration with a neighbouring Head. Your role is key in guiding students back into mainstream education or successful post-16 transitions. Key Responsibilities Provide strong, visible leadership Mentor and support staff Oversee the school’s curriculum and standards Ensure compliance with Independent School Standards Promote an inclusive, high-expectation culture Uphold safeguarding, equality, and H&S policies Represent the school in the local community About You Proven leadership experience (e.g. Head of Department, SLT) Experience managing similar-sized provisions (~15 staff, 35 students) Degree QTS, QTLS, or overseas equivalent Track record of improving student outcomes Strong understanding of compliance and policy Desirable: NPQH (completed or in progress) All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

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