As Head of Site you will:
Provide highly visible, consistent and relational leadership of the Lower Site from day one;
Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead and maintaina strong safeguarding culture;
Secureconsistency and quality in teaching, learning and curriculum, matched to eachpupil's stage, not age;
Lead,support and hold to account a committed staff team, including day-to-day linemanagement and performance management;
Sustain high expectations aroundattendance, engagement and relationships;
Implementthe site's agreed improvement priorities and keep the Executive Headteacherinformed of progress and risk;
Work closelywith families and partner professionals around individual pupils;
Contribute to planning for 2027/28 and provide a thorough handoverat the end of the appointment.
You may currently be a Head of School or Site, a Deputy orAssistant Headteacher, or an equivalent senior leader within a Trust. You mightbe an established senior leader ready for a whole-site brief, or an aspiringheadteacher looking for a substantial, time-limited opportunity to lead. Eitherway, you will bring:
Strong and credible seniorleadership experience with demonstrable impact;
A secure understanding of SEND and SEMH education, and a clear commitment to relational, trauma-informed, child-centred practice;
Excellent safeguarding knowledge and professional judgement;
A trackrecord of improving teaching, learning and outcomes;
The abilityto lead, supportand challenge teamsthrough change;
Warmth, resilience and the capacityto stay calm,regulated and purposeful in a complexenvironment;
The abilityto translate strategic priorities into high-quality day-to-day practice.
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Head of School based at Spring Brook Lower in Failsworth employer: Spring Brook Academy
Spring Brook Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of both its staff and students. With a strong focus on teamwork and collaboration, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that fosters personal growth and professional development opportunities. Located in a vibrant community, the academy offers unique advantages such as tailored training programmes and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in the lives of pupils with SEMH needs.
