INTERNAL VACANCY Head of School, Camberwell Park Specialist Support School

This is an internal vacancy, open to existing staff from Camberwell Park and Prospere Learning Trust only.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Head of School to lead the fantastic team at Camberwell Park Specialist Support School in Moston, Manchester. 

This is a leadership post, with the individual salary range of L23 – L29.

Please note that academisation of Camberwell Park Specialist Support School is pending. This is a sponsored academisation process with Prospere Learning Trust as the associated Multi Academy Trust (MAT). Reference to the Executive Headteacher, Trustees etc. refer to representatives of Prospere Learning Trust. It is anticipated that Camberwell Park Specialist Support School will transfer into the Trust on 1 April 2025. Employment of all school staff (including the person appointed to this post) will also transfer into the Trust on this date.

We’re looking for:

An innovative and dynamic leader with a proven track record in special education, committed to an inclusive and inspiring environment. You will be an excellent communicator and strategic thinker, capable of developing staff, building strong stakeholder relationships, and ensuring high standards of education and care. Your focus on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement will drive the school’s vision, raise standards, and secure long-term success within the Academy Trust.

Key relationships

The Head of School will work with the Executive Leadership Team, Trust Board and Directors of the Prospere Learning Trust, the Interim Education Board, the Staff, the LA, the DfE and wider stakeholders to develop and implement the wider direction and strategy for the school. 

Main purpose of the job:

To undertake, in line with the National Standards of Excellence for Headteachers, the professional duties of a Headteacher as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document and to act in accordance with other legislation affecting the conduct of the school.

The purpose of the role will be to provide outstanding leadership to realise the vision and values of the school, ensuring that excellence and high standards are attained across all areas of the school, and providing a safe, healthy and inclusive learning environment.

With Trustees, Governors and the Executive Headteacher, provide the leadership and management which enables the school to give every student high quality education and which promotes the highest possible standards of achievement and well-being.

The Head of School will build system-wide leadership capacity at all levels through actively developing strategic leadership, staffing structures and roles and responsibilities

Secure the long-term success of the school by maximising potential through the skills and resources within the wider Academy Trust.

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Job Application Information

Please apply using the attached application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the school are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you’ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. 

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

For application packs or support, contact us at 0161 527 7953 or jobs@prospere.org.uk.