Head Teacher Alternative Provision Burnley, Lancashire

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leadership recruitment agency is seeking a Head Teacher for an alternative provision in Burnley. The successful candidate will lead the school's vision, manage operations, and ensure student welfare. Ideal candidates will have a strong leadership background, either with a Qualified Teacher Status or extensive managerial experience in relevant fields. This temporary-to-permanent role offers a unique chance to make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Successful track record in senior leadership with understanding of teaching and curriculum design.
• Extensive leadership or managerial experience in relevant field without QTS.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the school's vision for education.
• Oversee day-to-day operations including staff management and budget control.
• Champion safeguarding and ensure compliance with obligations.
• Build relationships with parents and community agencies.
• Monitor and improve school performance.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Operational management

Safeguarding

Community engagement

Quality assurance

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Leadership experience in relevant field

Job description

Overview

Head Teacher - Alternative Provision, Burnley, Lancashire. We are seeking an exceptional leader to drive our unique alternative provision. This is a temporary-to-permanent role with start in October 2025 or sooner.

This is a temporary-to-permanent role offering stability and autonomy to lead from the front. The successful candidate will shape the future of the school and its community.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the school's vision, ensuring high-quality, alternative education that meets the needs of every student.
• Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day running of the school, including curriculum development, staff management, and budget control.
• Safeguarding: Champion a culture of safety and well-being, ensuring all statutory and contractual obligations are met.
• Community Engagement: Build strong, positive relationships with parents, external agencies, and the wider Burnley community.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor, evaluate, and report on the school's performance, driving continuous improvement in student attainment and staff professionalism.

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be a compassionate, resilient, and dynamic leader with a strong belief in the potential of every young person.

• With QTS: You will have a successful track record in senior leadership, with a deep understanding of teaching, learning, and curriculum design.
• Without QTS: You will have extensive leadership or managerial experience in a relevant field, with a proven ability to lead teams, manage complex operations, and drive positive outcomes for young people.

This is a challenging yet rewarding role. If you are a visionary leader who wants to make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable children in Burnley, we want to hear from you. Apply today to lead our team and help our students build a brighter future.