Headteacher

The Methodist Church in Britain; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Learning Trust is recruiting a Headteacher to lead Sir Harry Smith Community College, our secondary school within the trust. The role focuses on driving school improvement, inspiring students and staff, and building links with primary schools and wider partners.

The successful candidate will demonstrate deep leadership experience, integrity, and an innovative vision aligned with the trust's values. Start in April 2027 is preferred, with September 2027 considered for the right person.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge and experience of school leadership.
• Proven track record in securing school improvement.
• Alignment with the trust's vision and values.
• Strong integrity and transparency.

Responsibilities

• Drive school improvement at Sir Harry Smith Community College.
• Lead, inspire and develop students and staff.
• Set and deliver an innovative vision for the college's next phase.
• Advocate for young people and support their quality of life.
• Build collaboration with primary schools and wider partnerships.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, including those with SEND.

Skills

Demonstrable leadership

Inspiring leadership

Strategic vision

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Experience in school leadership

Job description

Aspire Learning Trust is appointing a headteacher to lead Sir Harry Smith Community College, its secondary school. The post centres on driving school improvement, inspiring students and staff, and building links with primary schools and wider partners. The trust wants a visible, decisive leader with integrity and an innovative vision that matches its own values. Visa sponsorship is not available, and a start in April 2027 is preferred, with September 2027 considered for the right candidate.

What the job involves

• Drive school improvement at Sir Harry Smith Community College
• Lead, inspire and develop students and staff
• Set and deliver an innovative vision for the college's next phase
• Advocate for young people and support their quality of life
• Build collaboration with primary schools and wider partnerships
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, including those with SEND

Experience

• Deep knowledge and experience of school leadership
• Proven track record in securing school improvement

Skills & knowledge

• Demonstrable expertise in leadership
• Proven ability to inspire students and staff
• Full alignment with the trust's vision and values
• High levels of integrity, honesty and transparency

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK
• Certificate of good conduct from the professional regulator in each country worked in, for applicants who have worked outside the UK
• Online search as part of due diligence on shortlisted candidates