Assistant Headteacher / Deputy Headteacher – South Manchester | Leadership Opportunities

Location: South Manchester

Salary: Dependent on experience and school

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent & Long-Term Opportunities

Start Date: September

Milk Education is looking to connect with experienced school leaders across South Manchester who are open to their next leadership opportunity.

We work with a wide range of schools and settings, meaning we're keen to speak with Assistant Headteachers, Deputy Headteachers, Heads of School and experienced middle leaders who are considering their next move.

Opportunities can vary across primary, secondary, SEND and specialist settings, so we're particularly interested in leaders with experience in school improvement, behaviour, safeguarding, SEND/SEMH, curriculum or pastoral leadership.

Whether you're actively looking for your next role or simply open to hearing about suitable leadership opportunities, we'd love to have a conversation.

Key Responsibilities:

Depending on the role and setting, leadership responsibilities may include:

• Supporting the Headteacher and wider Senior Leadership Team
• Leading on school improvement and raising pupil outcomes
• Providing strategic leadership across curriculum, behaviour, SEND or pastoral areas
• Supporting staff development and effective teaching and learning
• Promoting high standards of safeguarding and pupil welfare
• Using data and evidence to identify areas for development
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the wider school community
• Contributing to the school's strategic vision and development

What We're Looking For:

• QTS or recognised equivalent where required
• Current or recent experience in a school leadership or middle leadership role
• Strong understanding of school improvement and effective teaching and learning
• Excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills
• Experience in areas such as SEND, SEMH, behaviour, safeguarding, curriculum or pastoral leadership is welcomed
• A commitment to improving outcomes and opportunities for children and young people
• NPQ qualifications are desirable where relevant
• Open to a range of leadership opportunities across different school settings

Why Work with Milk Education:

• Access to a wide range of leadership opportunities
• Primary, secondary, SEND and specialist settings
• Full-time, permanent and long-term positions
• Opportunities across South Manchester and surrounding areas
• Confidential support throughout your job search
• Fast-track registration and compliance
• 5-star rated agency with 3,000+ reviews
• Free access to Milk Academy and discounted CPD
• 24/7 consultant support
• Work with the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency
• Nationwide network of schools and trusts

Salary and package will vary depending on the role, school and candidate experience.

Click 'Apply For Job' or drop me a message — happy to chat through the opportunities available.

Phone: 0161 327 0001
Email: marli.mendes@milk-education.co.uk

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

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