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The Head of School is an Associate post, reflecting the role of the Executive Headteacher who assumes full legal responsibility as Headteacher of the academy (defined in the current School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document). The core purpose of the Head of School at Peel Brow Primary School is to provide professional leadership and management of the school within the context of a multi-academy trust. Second only to the Executive Headteacher, the Head of School is the leading professional in the school. Accountable to the Executive Headteacher, CEO and Board of Trustees, the Head of School ensures the school is effectively managed and organised to meet the objectives and strategic priorities of the Trust. The Head of School is responsible for evaluating the school's performance to identify the priorities for continuous improvement; raising standards; ensuring equality of opportunity for all; developing policies and practices; ensuring that resources are efficiently and effectively deployed to achieve the school's aims and objectives and for the day-to- day management, organisation and administration of the school. The Head of School is responsible for ensuring that all statutory requirements are met and the work of the school is effectively monitored, evaluated and reviewed. The powers that are delegated to the Head of School are essentially as per those of a Deputy Headteacher when assuming responsibility of the school in the Headteacher's absence. For the avoidance of doubt, this means that the Head of School will not be able to permanently exclude a pupil or suspend a member of staff without seeking consent from the Executive Headteacher. It is the name of the Executive Headteacher that shall appear on Ofsted reports. Please see attached for the recruitment pack and visit the below link for more information and to apply: Visits to the school are welcomed. Please contact Mandy Caveney, Office Manager on or Visit Dates: Friday 13th March pm 1.30pm Monday 16th March - 11am or 2pm Thursday 19th March 1.30pm Monday 23rd March 9am Closing Date: Monday 20th April at 9am Shortlisting Date: Monday 20th April Interview Date: Monday 27th April For more information about the school or trust please visit the websites: Recruitment Pack

Exciting Opportunity! This is a rare opportunity to join our wonderful Bright Futures Team to play a key role in the development of our brand-new school in Salford Manchester and an opportunity for you to: Be at the forefront of shaping a new specialist school in the North West. Join a wider leadership team with the opportunity to influence the strategic direction of current and future schools. Wor

An well performing special school is seeking an experienced Interim Deputy Headteacher to support the Headteacher with operational leadership. This is a hands-on senior leadership role within a complex behavioural environment. The school supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, alongside additional SEND profiles click apply for full job details

St Helen's College - DEPUTY NURSERY MANAGER Role Reporting to: Head of School, Head of Pre-Prep, Nursery Manager Line Management of: Nursery Staff in the absence of the Nursery Manager St Helen's College is seeking an experienced and dedicated Deputy Nursery Manager to start as soon as possible. This role is integral in ensuring our nursery provides a nurturing, high-quality, and safe environment that promotes growth and learning for young children. As the Deputy Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for leading our nursery provision in the absence of the Nursery Manager, ensuring that it is of the highest quality and that it is delivered in accordance with The Early Years Foundation Stage Framework and ISI/OFSTED requirements as set out in the Independent School Standards. This role must deliver a safe, stimulating and caring child-centred environment catering for the children's educational and developmental needs. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong knowledge of child development, high professional standards, and a proven ability to foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Essential qualifications include a nationally recognised NVQ level 3 in Childcare, and at least 2 years' experience of working in an early year setting. Experience of working effectively with staff and management at all levels Reporting to our Head of Pre-Prep, you will be supported in creating a safe, engaging environment both indoors and outdoors and will take a proactive role in safeguarding and child welfare, maintaining health and safety standards, administering basic first aid, and ensuring our nursery adheres to all EYFS regulations. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of young learners at St Helen's College. For further details please read our job description and full person specification. Interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 23 rd March 2026 St. Helen's College is committed to safeguarding pupils, and an Enhanced DBS check will take place prior to appointment. Online searches will be conducted on shortlisted candidates as part of our pre-recruitment checks. Purpose of role: The Deputy Nursery Manager is responsible for leading nursery provision at St Helen's College in the absence of the Nursery Manager, ensuring that it is of the highest quality and that it is delivered in accordance with The Early Years Foundation Stage Framework and ISI/ OFSTED requirements as set out in the Independent School Standards. The role must deliver a safe, stimulating and caring child-centred environment catering for the children's educational and developmental needs. What do you have to achieve? High standards of care and education, reflecting the St Helen's College values. Compliance with regulatory requirements. Staff who feel supported and developed in their roles. Positive and effective relationships with families. Hours of work: 40 hours per week - All Year Round (shifts between 7:30a.m. and 6:30p.m.) Salary £28k - £32k Duties and Responsibilities To assist in leading a team to create and deliver a vision for a nurturing, calm and creative nursery setting with both outdoor and indoor play to foster curiosity, independence and confidence. To ensure that children are kept safe, and that staff understand, and, when necessary, follow Safeguarding Procedures in accordance with the school's policy, Keeping Children Safe in Education and Working Together to Safeguard Children, and other relevant statutory documentation. To support the Nursery Manager to implement and monitor the curriculum in accordance with the EYFS Framework and ensure that all children attending the Nursery receive rich and stimulating experiences appropriate to their age and stage of development. To assist in evaluating and improving teaching approaches and methodologies to ensure that all children make excellent progress. To ensure that regular assessment and progress checks are carried out in relation to all children and that progress is regularly monitored to ensure that individual learning needs are met. To promote and facilitate positive partnerships with parents/carers and other family members and ensure that systems and structures are in plans for sharing information related to their child's learning journey. To support the development of outstanding and improving practice with regards to SEND and inclusion, and to ensure that teaching is adapted to cater for children's individual needs. To establish, develop and maintain professional working relationships with relevant Local Authority Departments, regulatory bodies and other agencies, and ensure that provision in the Nursery meets the requirements of the local LA in relation to nursery education grant funding. To assist in ensuring that there is a broad range of co-curricular activities to enrich learning. To create and maintain a culture of high expectations, self-evaluation, reflective practice and continuous improvement throughout the Nursery. To take part in whole school activities and share the same culture in preparation for a smooth transition to school. Safeguarding To ensure that arrangements are in place to safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils in the Nursery. To take on the role as one of the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads and work as part of the whole school safeguarding team to ensure that there is a strong culture of safeguarding within the school and that all policies and practices are properly implemented. Health and Safety To support the Nursery Manager in managing the day-to-day operation of the Nursery to ensure regulatory compliance with regard to the health and safety of the children, their parents and carers, the team and any visitors to the Nursery. To ensure that children are appropriately supervised at all times, including having regard to the regulatory adult/child ratio requirements. To adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures in relation to the physical environment, fire procedures, first aid and the assessment of risk. To be responsible for ensuring the Nursery remains compliant in respect of suitably trained staff with relevant paediatric first aid qualification. To be responsible for ensuring that all staff receive Health and Safety training during induction and as required. Finance/Administration To assist in the management of occupancy, staff/pupil ratios and timetables. To maintain accurate session and staffing records and liaise with the school Finance team/Group central finance team in this regard. To coordinate resource requests for the Nursery. To understand and utilise management systems and information to maximise efficiency. To facilitate inspections by regulatory bodies and implement any recommendations. To ensure accurate reporting in respect of session numbers, quality and standards. Staff To develop open and positive working relationships with staff. To induct, support, train and appraise all Nursery staff to ensure delivery of outstanding quality childcare practice and continuous improvement. To develop a well-qualified and experienced team able to meet and exceed all relevant standards. To carry out regular supervisions of the nursery staff along with the Nursery Manager. To identify training needs; develop training plans and evaluate and cascade training undertaken by staff. To work in conjunction with Headteacher in disciplinary and grievance investigations and hearings. Marketing and Recruitment To work closely with the Admissions Team and Group Director of Marketing to promote the Nursery to current and prospective families. To ensure that all staff develop and maintain friendly and professional relationships with parents and carers, leading liaison and managing all aspects of communication. To proactively represent St Helen's College and advance its interests in the local community. To be responsible for ensuring that all complaints and concerns are actively resolved in a timely manner and that these are reported to the Head of Pre-Prep and/or Headteacher. To organise and lead parents' evenings, daily contact, home-school liaison and 'welcome' meetings. To attend all school open days and events. General To be responsible for all administrative duties associated with the Nursery, such as maintaining children's records, ordering equipment, maintaining inventories and keeping all regulatory records. To adhere to all school policies and procedures. To undertake any duties as reasonably requested by line management. The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. This job description may be reviewed in the future to reflect school development plan priorities.

What skills and experience we're looking for INTRODUCTION MAIN PURPOSE Under the reasonable direction of the Headteacher, carry out the professional duties of a school teacher as set out in the current School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document (STPCD). Implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and support a designated curriculum area as appropriate. Monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher/ Form Tutor Facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential. Contribute to raising standards of student attainment. Share and support the school's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth. LINE MANAGEMENT REPORTING TO Head of Faculty Responsible for Responsible for Music Teachers / Peripatetic Teachers Liaising With Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team, teachers and support staff, LA representatives, external agencies and parents. Salary Scale MPS TLR2B Working Time Full time as specified within the STPCD DBS Disclosure Level Enhanced 2. TEACHING 2.1 Undertake an appropriate programme of teaching in accordance with the duties of a standard scale teacher. STRATEGIC/ OPERATIONAL PLANNING 3.1 Lead the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, scheme of work, marking policies, assessment and teaching and learning strategies in the department. 3.2 Be responsible for the day-to-day management, control and operation of course provision with the department, including effective deployment of staff and physical resources. 3.3 Monitor actively and follow up student progress. 3.4 Implement school policies and procedures, e.g. equal opportunities, health and safety, COSHH, accommodation strategy, etc. 3.5 Work with colleagues to formulate aims, objectives and strategic plans for the department which have coherence and relevance to the needs of students and to the aims, objectives and strategic plans of the school. 3.6 Lead and manage the planning function of the department, and to ensure that the planning activities of the department reflect the needs of the students within the subject area, SDP/DDP and the aims and objectives of the school. 3.7 In conjunction with the E-Learning Manager, foster and oversee the application of ICT in Music, including the development of materials for Open Learning. 3.8 Ensure that health and safety policies and practices, including risk assessments, throughout the department and are in-line with national requirements and are updated where necessary, therefore liaising with the school's Health and Safety Manager. CURRICULUM PROVISION 4.1 Liaise with the Deputy Head Teaching & Learning to ensure the delivery of an appropriate, comprehensive, high quality and cost-effective curriculum programme which complements the school self-evaluation and the School Improvement Plan. 4.2 Be accountable for the development and delivery of Music CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT 5.1 Lead curriculum development for the whole department. 5.2 Keep up to date with national developments in the subject area and teaching practice and methodology. 5.3 Actively monitor and respond to curriculum development and initiatives at national, regional and local levels. 5.4 Liaise with the Deputy Head Teaching & Learning to maintain accreditation with the relevant examination and validating bodies. 5.5 Be responsible for the development of key skills in Music. 5.6 Ensure that the development of Music is in line with national developments. STAFFING 6.1 Work with the Deputy Head Teaching & Learning to ensure that staff development needs are identified and that appropriate programmes are designed to meet such needs. 6.2 Continue own professional development as agreed with Deputy Head. 6.3 Be responsible for the efficient and effective deployment of the Department's technicians/support staff. 6.4 Undertake Performance Management Review(s) and to act as reviewer for a group of staff within the designated department. 6.5 Make appropriate arrangements for classes when staff are absent, ensuring appropriate cover within the department liaising with the Cover Supervisor/relevant staff to secure appropriate cover within the department. 6.6 Participate in the interview process for teaching posts when required and to ensure effective induction of new staff in line with school procedures. 6.7 Promote teamwork and to motivate staff to ensure effective working relations. 6.8 Participate in the school's ITT programme. 6.9 Be responsible for the day-to-day management of staff within the designated department and act as a positive role model. QUALITY ASSURANCE 7.1 Ensure the effective operation of quality control systems. 7.2 Establish the process of the setting of targets within the department and to work towards their achievement. 7.3 Establish common standards of practice within the department and develop the effectiveness of teaching and learning styles in all subject areas within the department. 7.4 Contribute to the school procedures for lesson observation. 7.5 Implement school quality procedures and to ensure adherence to those in the department. 7.6 Monitor and evaluate the curriculum area/department in line with agreed school procedures including evaluation against quality standards and performance criteria. 7.7 Seek/implement modification where required. 7.8 Ensure that the department's quality procedures meet the requirements of self-evaluation and the Strategic Plan. MANAGEMENT INFORMATION 8.1 Ensure the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date information concerning the department on the management information system. 8.2 Make use of analysis and evaluation of performance data provided. 8.3 Identify and take appropriate action on issues arising from data, systems and reports; setting deadline where necessary and reviewing progress on the action taken. 8.4 Produce reports within the quality assurance cycle for the department. 8.5 Produce reports on examination performance, including the use of value-added data. 8.6 In conjunction with the relevant Deputy, manage the department's collection of data. 8.7 Provide the Governing Body with relevant information relating to the departmental performance and development. COMMUNICATIONS AND LIAISON 9.1 Ensure that all members of the department are familiar with its aims and objectives. 9.2 Ensure effective communication/consultation as appropriate with the parents of students. 9.3 Liaise with partner schools, higher education, industry, examination boards, awarding bodies and other relevant external bodies. 9.4 Represent the Department's views and interests. 9.5 Contribute to the planning and delivery of school liaison activities. 9.6 Lead the development of effective subject links with partner schools and the community, promoting subjects effectively at liaison events in school, partner schools and the wider community. 9.7 Promote actively the development of effective subjects links with external agencies. MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES 10.1 Manage the available resources of space, staff, money and equipment efficiently within the limits, guideline and procedures laid down; including deploying the department budget, acting as a cost centre holder, requisitioning, organising and maintaining equipment and stock, and keeping appropriate records. 10.2 Work with the Deputy Head Teaching & Learning in order to ensure that the Department's teaching commitments are effectively and efficiently time-tabled and roomed. PASTORAL SYSTEM 11.1 Monitor and support the overall progress and development of students within the department. 11.2 Monitor student attendance together with students' progress and performance in relation to targets set for each individual, ensuring that follow-up procedures are adhered to and that appropriate action is taken where necessary. 11.3 Act as a Form Tutor and to carry out the duties associated with that role as outlined in the generic job description/staff handbook. 11.4 Contribute to PSHCE, citizenship and enterprise according to school policy. 11.5 Ensure the behaviour management system is implemented in the department so that effective learning can take place. SCHOOL ETHOS 12.1 Play a full part in the life of the school community, supporting its distinctive mission and ethos and encouraging staff and students to follow this example. 12.2 Support the school in meeting its legal requirements for worship. 12.3 Promote actively the school's corporate policies. 12.4 Comply with the school's health and safety policy and undertake risk assessments as appropriate. What the school offers its staff The Music and Performing Arts Faculty at Byrchall High School offers a vibrant, inspiring and creatively rich curriculum that celebrates artistic expression in all its forms. We believe that the performing arts are essential to developing confident, creative and resilient young people, and our curriculum is designed to support and challenge every student as they explore music, drama, dance and performance. At Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, students engage with a broad and ambitious programme that combines practical performance, composition, appraisal and dramatic work. Our lessons are highly interactive and inclusive . click apply for full job details

Voluntary role At Wildwood Nature School we have a very alternative approach to primary education. Our children spend over half of their time outside in nature and we prioritise their emotional well-being above all else. We are very small, with up to 30 children, all learning together in a mixed age environment. We are now seeking a Trustee (Governor) to join our Board and support the development of the school as we grow. This is a really exciting opportunity, not just to shape the future of our tiny school, but to evolve a new child-centred approach to primary education. About the role This is an unpaid, voluntary position. Trustees meet three times a year (one meeting per term), with occasional additional input as needed. Trustees are expected to act in accordance with our Trustee Code of Conduct and to uphold the values and ethos of Wildwood Nature School. Experience we're looking for We are particularly interested in candidates who have held senior leadership roles in independent schools, such as: Headteacher Deputy or Assistant Head Bursar or senior operational leader Who should apply Just as important as experience is a genuine alignment with our vision for a different kind of education - one that honours childhood, prioritises well being, and recognises the profound value of time spent in nature. We are committed to ensuring that our trustee body is a reflection of the wider community which we serve and to increasing diversity in school governance, and warmly encourage applications from people from Black, Asian and other ethnic backgrounds, as well as from other under represented groups. The role The trustees at Wildwood Nature School are collectively responsible for the quality, safety and strategic direction of the school. As well as supporting the other trustees with overseeing that Wildwood provides a high-quality education and keeps pupils safe and well, we need particular support with the business and operational realities of running an independent school. You will bring strategic insight into, and be willing to support the school in areas such as: Financial oversight and sustainability Marketing, admissions and reputation building Strategic planning and logistics Governance and regulatory compliance Risk management You will: Offer insight, wisdom and good judgement Provide constructive challenge Be a critical friend to the senior leaders Ensure a culture of trust, openness, respect and strong relationships Hold senior leaders to account We are a charitable organisation and adhere to UK Charity Commission guidelines. While this trustee role includes ensuring our charitable objectives are met, the person hired would not be a director/trustee of the charitable company itself, but a trustee/governor of the school. Why join us? As a trustee at Wildwood, you will play a meaningful role in shaping an innovative, values led school and supporting a passionate team committed to reimagining education for the future. How to Apply To apply, please complete our application form outlining your experience and interest in supporting Wildwood Nature School. Applicants must be willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check and other checks as part of safeguarding requirements and comply with the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding policy. We welcome applications from candidates who are committed to our ethos and vision, and who will support the highest standards of governance and child safety.