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Headteacher

Spencer Clarke Group
Posted 21 hours ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Preston, Lancashire PR3 3XR, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The role of Headteacher at a specialist Alternative Provision in Lancashire seeks a visionary leader with experience in Alternative Provision or SEND.
  • Candidates should have a strong track record and be passionate about inclusion and student wellbeing, with skills in staff leadership and school improvement.
  • The position offers a competitive salary of up to £100K and the opportunity to shape the future of an evolving school.
  • Successful applicants will work closely with staff, students, families, and external agencies to ensure every student thrives.
  • This temporary position may have the option to become permanent and requires legal right to work in the UK.

Are you a visionary leader with experience in Alternative Provision? Do you have the passion and expertise to create transformational change for students who need it most?We are exclusively supporting a specialist Alternative Provision in Lancashire in their search for an inspirational Headteacher. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated team, shape the strategic vision, and make a lasting impact on young people aged 11-16 who require a holistic and flexible education outside of mainstream schooling.About the School:

  • Provides a nurturing and individualised approach to education
  • Supports students with complex needs, including SEMH, school phobia, and those at risk of exclusion
  • Aims to re-engage learners and equip them with the skills for lifelong success

The Role:

  • Provide strategic leadership to drive excellence in teaching and student outcomes
  • Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
  • Work closely with staff, students, families, and external agencies to ensure every student thrives
  • Lead on curriculum development, safeguarding, and pastoral support

About You:

  • Experienced Headteacher with a strong track record in Alternative Provision or SEND
  • Passionate about inclusion and student wellbeing
  • Skilled in staff leadership, school improvement, and stakeholder engagement
  • A resilient, proactive, and dynamic leader ready to make a difference

Why Apply?

  • Competitive salary - up to £100K
  • Opportunity to shape the future of an evolving school
  • Work with a dedicated and passionate team
  • Make a real impact on young people's lives
  • Join a fantastic team

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.INDSCG1

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.