AP Leadership Role | Up To £45K Salary

Tradewind Recruitment; Burnley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment service is looking for a dedicated Headteacher to lead an Alternative Provision in Burnley. With a salary of up to £45,000, this role is vital for transforming the lives of vulnerable secondary students. Candidates should have proven senior leadership experience and a passion for improving student outcomes. Responsibilities include driving a clear vision, overseeing financial management, and championing student welfare.

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience (Head/Deputy) in an AP, PRU, or SEMH setting.
• Passion for improving outcomes for vulnerable students.

Responsibilities

• Drive a trauma-informed vision for student success.
• Oversee financial health and compliance.
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Build community links and lead staff development.

Skills

Leadership experience

Financial management

Safeguarding expertise

Community engagement

Job description

Overview

Lead with vision and impact! We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Headteacher to strategically lead our vital Alternative Provision (AP) in the Burnley area.

This is a career-defining opportunity, with a salary up to £45,000, to transform the lives of vulnerable secondary students facing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) barriers. You will be responsible for the overall strategic direction, financial management, and operational excellence of the provision.

Responsibilities

• Drive a clear, trauma‑informed vision for student success.
• Oversee financial health, compliance, and reporting.
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and champion student welfare.
• Build strong community links and lead staff development in SEMH best practice.

Qualifications

If you have proven senior leadership experience (Head/Deputy) within an AP, PRU, or SEMH setting, and a relentless passion for improving outcomes for students who need it most, we urge you to apply.