Job Details
Title: Head of School
Salary: £40,000 to £50,000 plus benefits
Hours: 08:30am – 5:00pm
Location: Stockport
Responsibilities
* Lead the day-to-day operational management of the school, ensuring it remains inspection-ready and meets all statutory requirements.
* Oversee staff, student outcomes, curriculum delivery, and pastoral care.
* Ensure adherence to school policies and contribute to a positive learning environment.
* Deliver a broad, engaging, and high-quality curriculum.
* Actively promote the school's values and achievements within the wider community.
* Develop and sustain a strong extra‑curricular offer.
Who We're Looking For
* Engagement Skills: A talent for inspiring learners and fostering ambition.
* Emotional Insight: Deep empathy and commitment to supporting young people.
* Academic Background: A degree in a relevant subject.
* Teaching Qualifications: QTS or QTLS (or equivalent); NPQH is desirable.
* Leadership Experience: Strong experience at SLT, Head of Department, or Headteacher level – ideally in alternative provision.
* Curriculum Strength: Strong understanding of English, Maths, and Science.
* Sector Knowledge: Familiar with Independent School Standards, alternative provision, and learners with SEN.
Benefits
* Wellbeing Support: Access to fitness, yoga, mindfulness content and counselling services.
* Admin Light
* Generous Holidays & Flexibility
* Professional Development: Approximately £3.5k invested per colleague last year.
* Financial Security: Death in Service Insurance
* Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave.
* Health & Wellbeing Cashback
* Recognition Awards, discounts & Rewards
* Referral Bonus: £500 per person
* Senior Leadership Access
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