Head of School

Teaching Personnel; Wirral; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational provider is seeking a dynamic Head of School to lead an alternative provision in Hamilton Square. This role involves operational leadership, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with educational standards. The successful candidate will foster a nurturing environment for students needing additional support, helping them reintegrate into mainstream education or transition to further education. If you are passionate about making a difference in young people's lives and possess a strong leadership background, this opportunity could be your next step in a rewarding career.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Free Child Protection Training

Support for DBS Checks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role in educational settings.
• Degree in a relevant subject area and QTS or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to teaching and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with Independent School Standards.
• Promote an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Compliance with Educational Policies

Student Attainment Improvement

Education

Degree in Relevant Subject

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Job description

Job Title: Head of School (Alternative Provision)
Salary: Up to £50,000 (Dependent on experience, provision size, and student cohort) + Comprehensive Benefits
Location: Hamilton Square
Vacancy Type: Permanent / Full-Time

Inspire Change. Lead Progress. Empower the Future.

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of disengaged young people in your local area? Do you have the experience and drive to lead a small but impactful educational provision? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced leader to take on the role of Head of School (Alternative Provision).

About the Organisation:

This role is offered within a well-established network of independent, OFSTED-regulated schools, operating across the UK. The organisation is part of a larger group of education and training providers, united by a mission to innovate, influence, and inspire through high-quality, purposeful learning experiences.

Due to the expansion of existing facilities in the Hamilton Square area, the organisation is seeking a dedicated and agile leader to help shape a nurturing environment where students can thrive. This role would suit a dynamic individual with a proven leadership background and a passion for working with young people who require additional support to achieve positive outcomes.

Role Overview:

The Head of School will be responsible for the operational leadership of the provision based in Hamilton Square, which includes oversight of an additional nearby premises. Working collaboratively with the Head of a neighbouring site, the successful candidate will ensure both locations operate effectively and consistently.

The position involves being a key ambassador for the organisation’s mission—supporting students to reintegrate into mainstream education or transition successfully into post-16 pathways such as further education or vocational training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide active leadership as part of the broader leadership team.
• Support, mentor, and develop teaching and support staff to meet pedagogical and behavioural expectations.
• Manage and monitor the Programme of Study within the school.
• Ensure full compliance with the Independent School Standards.
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Represent the values and achievements of the school within the wider community.
• Uphold organisational policies on Equality, Safeguarding, and Health & Safety.
• Set and maintain high expectations for both staff and students.

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience in a leadership role (e.g. Head of Department, SLT, Headteacher) within a similar-sized provision (approx. 15 staff and 35 students).
• Degree in a relevant subject area and possession of QTS, QTLS, or an overseas equivalent.
• Demonstrated success in raising student attainment.
• Strong record of ensuring compliance with educational policies and standards.

Desirable:

• NPQH (completed or in progress)

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