ASPIRE, GROW, SUCCEED
Our vision for Allerton Grange School is to be recognised locally, regionally and nationally as an exceptional school and a beacon of best practice. We are already on this journey but want our new Headteacher to lead our staff and students, as well as working in partnership with parents, to achieve this vision together over the coming years.
We are a good and rapidly improving multi-cultural 11– 18 secondary school located in the north of Leeds, with a strong reputation in the local community, increasing student numbers, improving student outcomes and a talented and driven staff team. We have a curriculum model that is clear, unapologetically ambitious, understood by all stakeholders and the driving force for school improvement.
The Governors are looking to appoint an aspirational and ambitious Headteacher to continue the school’s journey towards providing an exceptional quality of education. You will be committed to providing young people with an exceptional education through strong leadership in innovative and forward-thinking teaching and learning and carefully structured guidance and support. You will inspire, develop and challenge staff to be outstanding practitioners to ensure every student has the very best opportunities to succeed.
The right candidate will combine substantial experience as an exceptional leader with the ability to harness the strengths of all staff so that Allerton Grange continues to thrive and succeed. This is a rewarding yet challenging opportunity and an exciting time for the right person to join us. We are on a path to providing an exceptional quality of education and are looking for the right person to take us forward.
To be successful, you will:
- Be an exceptional existing Headteacher or senior leader with a proven track record of success.
- Have a professional drive, energy, determination and aspiration.
- Have the knowledge, core values, behaviours and qualities needed to be an outstanding leader in our school.
- Have the ability to lead change, inspire, engage and enthuse students, staff and the wider community.
- Have experience or a good understanding of working in a diverse community.
- Embrace the current changes to the curriculum and drive up progress and outcomes.
- Collaborate and work with key leaders and stakeholders to support and sustain further school improvement.
We will offer:
- The opportunity to shape the future of our school, working with young people in a truly comprehensive, multi-cultural community environment.
- A talented and committed staff team who are supportive of each other.
- A Governing Body and Leadership Team who are committed to creating a school of exceptional practice.
- A collaborative relationship with local leaders and a strong local school network.
- • Commitment to wellbeing and a good work/life balance.
- Fantastic building resources and facilities.
The start date for this role is September 2025.
Closing date: 8am on Monday 14 October 2024.
Interview dates: Wednesday 20 and Thursday 21 November 2024
We are offering all prospective candidates the opportunity to visit the school on Thursday 03 October 2024. Please contact Mrs Beverley Manfredi, PA to the Headteacher, to book an appointment. You are also welcome to email her. Her contact details are included in our attached information pack.
Full application details are available via our website. Alternatively, you are welcome to contact the school for an application pack.
Safeguarding Statement:
Allerton Grange School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, governors, and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are required to understand and follow Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and safer working practice guidance.
Appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and safeguarding recruitment checks. If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history, and an online search of publicly available information will be conducted as part of our due diligence process.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds, identities, and circumstances. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in everything we do, and we aim to build a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds and the wider community. Our recruitment practices are designed to be fair, inclusive, and accessible to all. We are happy to discuss and provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
This role is UK based. You must have the legal right to work in the UK. If you are not a UK or Irish citizen, or covered by the EU Settlement Scheme, you must hold a visa that permits employment in this role.