Headteacher

Headteacher MSPRU

Required for January 2025 or as soon as possible

Salary: commensurate with the role and dependent upon experience (L24 – L28)

Full Time Permanent Contract

Manchester Secondary PRU’s Governing Body, in partnership with Manchester City Council, is seeking to appoint an exceptional and inspirational leader who can bring their own vision, creativity and expertise to Manchester Secondary PRU.

MSPRU operates across multiple sites. It has undergone rapid change recently. Rated as ‘Requires Improvement’ by OFSTED in June 2024, there was recognition of the ‘Good’ Quality of Education and ‘Good’ Personal Development.

The role of Headteacher at MSPRU provides an exciting opportunity to:

·        Lead and inspire staff and students through the next phase of school improvement

·        Further embed the existing curriculum;

·        Promote inclusion and ensure successful outcomes for some of Manchester’s most vulnerable young people;

·        Develop a nurturing and safe environment for all pupils across a number of settings

 We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Headteacher for Manchester Secondary PRU, to continue our journey of rapid improvement. We would strongly welcome applications from an existing Headteacher or a Deputy Headteacher of a successful PRU/AP/mainstream or special school who is seeking new challenges.

The Governing Body is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before the appointment is confirmed. Manchester Secondary PRU is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure. Please return completed application forms by email to Carol Iddon, Headteacher’s PA on: C.Iddon@mspru.manchester.sch.uk

Closing date: 9.00 am Friday 6 September 2024

Shortlisting: Monday 9 September 2024

Interviews: Wednesday and Thursday, 11 and 12 September 2024

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email. Further details of the assessment process and arrangements will be provided to those shortlisted.