Headteacher

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious and innovative Headteacher who will lead the school on its journey of improvement. We are in search of an enthusiastic and talented leader who will embrace our school vision, and have a sensitive and dedicated approach to an inclusive education for all.

The successful candidate will be someone who understands the school’s current strengths, who values distributed leadership, and has the skills and experience to deliver continued improvements. The successful candidate will also be a natural collaborator and be able to uphold the school's own unique identity whilst operating within a strategic partnership to improve quality, share best practice and operate effectively.

Do you have:

• Proven senior leadership experience
• Excellent knowledge of the primary curriculum
• Evidenced impactful leadership
• Vision and energy to inspire the whole school community
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to teamwork and developing colleagues
• The ability to adapt to an ever-changing educational landscape

 What our Trust can offer:

• Friendly, welcoming academies with a strong Christian ethos
• Mentorship and support from an experienced Executive Leadership Team, and the opportunity to work with an active and engaged Governing Body
• Enthusiastic, well-motivated colleagues
• A firm commitment to your continuing professional development, including opportunities to collaborate and contribute within the trust and the broader education system.
• A 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme providing support and counselling for home-life and work-related issues, financial and legal support, specialist information and support for managers
• Free onsite parking
• Membership of a pension scheme
• Access to cycle to work scheme, promoting a healthy and eco-friendly commute
• Retail discounts and offers at high street and online retailers, discounted gym memberships and more through our employee benefits portal

Abbey Multi Academy Trust is a Trust consisting of eight academies (three secondary, five primary) in the Anglican Diocese of Leeds and in the geographical areas of Leeds and Calderdale.

All our academies share in the Trust’s mission to work in Partnership to Educate, Nurture and Empower.

For more information about us or our academies visit www.abbeymat.co.uk.

Find out about more about Manston St James C of E Primary Academy and this exciting opportunity by visiting www.joinabbey.co.uk/manston-st-james/headteacher.

Visits to our school to meet the team and experience our wonderful atmosphere, are warmly welcomed and encouraged and can be arranged by contacting Helen Ferry, Senior HR Advisor via HR@abbeytrust.org. 

Abbey MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. 

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects our communities.