Headteacher - Waterhead Academy (Co-op Academy Strinesdale from Sept. 2026)
The Co Operative Academies Trust, Manchester, M60 0AG14 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
16 March 2026 at 3pm
Date listed
2 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £98,106 to £113,646
Headteacher - Waterhead Academy (Co-op Academy Strinesdale from Sept. 2026) job summary
Co-op Academies Trust is seeking to appoint an exceptional Headteacher for Waterhead Academy (to be Co-op Academy Strinesdale from September 2026).
On 1 September 2026, Waterhead Academy will join our Trust and become Co-op Academy Strinesdale. We want to build on the strong foundations already established and ensure that the school is ambitious for its students and everyone works hard to ensure they have the best pupil experience and they leave the Academy equipped to lead happy and successful lives.
Co-op Academies Trust operates across four hubs and includes primary, secondary and special schools, plus a sixth form college. Sponsored by the Co-op Group, it is guided by co-operative values and the ‘Ways of Being’: Succeed together. Do what matters most. Be yourself, always. Show you care.
As Headteacher, you will:
- Provide strategic leadership in line with co-operative values and principles
- Drive high standards of academic achievement and personal development
- Lead school improvement, using data to secure strong progress for all pupils
- Champion equality, diversity and inclusion across the academy
- Build a positive, ambitious culture for pupils, staff and the community
- Develop and support staff through clear accountability and professional development
- Ensure strong safeguarding, compliance and effective resource management
- Work collaboratively across the Trust and with the Academy Governing Body
We want a Headteacher who will meet this challenge and thrive with the responsibility.
With the support of an Executive Headteacher, a Regional Director and a highly skilled team of subject and area Directors, we’re seeking a leader with the ability to drive forward improvements in academic outcomes and the broader pupil experiences, drawing on the principles and values of cooperation.
You’ll have a positive approach to working in diverse settings where communities face significant challenges; you must have a genuine desire to make a difference and ensure that the community’s trust is well placed in the academy.
The successful applicant will be able to rapidly identify and take decisive actions to ensure the progress of every child is valued and accelerated.
The role is perfect for a dynamic and ambitious senior leader, as it will offer an amazing opportunity to challenge yourself in every way and to make a genuine and meaningful difference.
If you have what it takes to motivate and provide the inspirational leadership our staff and students deserve, we very much look forward to hearing from you.
In the first instance candidates are advised to contact Jenna Everett at our recruitment partners Satis Education at jenna@satiseducation.co.uk or 07593 583047
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Co-op Academies Trust as an aware employer is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults as its number one priority. This commitment to robust recruitment, selection and induction procedures extends to organisations and services linked to the Trust on its behalf. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. We value variety and individual differences, and aim to create a culture, environment and practices at all levels which encompass acceptance, respect and inclusion. All our colleagues are expected to demonstrate a commitment to co-operative values and principles.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About The Co Operative Academies Trust
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
Why us?
Co-op Academies Trust is a place where you are part of something bigger, through a leading education and opportunities to serve our community, we are working together to make a better world.
From ages 3-19 Co-op Academies Trust supports students in Primary, Secondary and Special schools across the North of England, giving children the skills and experiences they need to succeed, no matter where they come from.
What makes our Trust unique is that we are sponsored by the Co-op Group. That close relationship means that we benefit from all the business expertise that has seen the Co-op grow to one of the most respected, successful businesses in the country.
Everyone in the Trust honours our fundamental commitment to the Ways of Being Co-op. They are our DNA; they represent our culture and reflect the rationale behind our decision-making. No matter what we do, they are how we do it.
Our ways of being are:
Be Yourself, Always
Show You Care
Do What Matters Most
Succeed Together
In 2025, we have 38 academies as part of the Co-op family, across 4 regions.
Our Values
Being part of the Co-operative Group, we are both guided and driven by the Co-op values which are embedded in everything that we do within our Academy - We strive to demonstrate the following ethical values in everything we do - they are our ‘Ways of Being’:
Succeed together
Do what matters most
Be yourself, always
Show you care
So, if you believe in our values, we would love to hear from you!
We offer a wide range of benefits and rewards to recognise the part you play in our success:
Benefits include:
You’ll get being a Co-op member, you’ll get a Co-op colleague discount card. This gives you a 10% discount in our Co-op Food stores.
Co-operative flexible benefits (discounted line rental and broadband package, family care advice and cycle to work scheme)
Discounted gym membership and leisure activities which includes discounts on Merlin Entertainments (Sea Life, Legoland etc), Virgin Experience Days, SuperBreak and many more
Co-operative Credit Union: save directly from your salary and receive a competitive dividend. Borrowers can benefit from very competitive interest rates & terms (in comparison with other high street lenders)
Co-op Funeralcare benefit
Season ticket and rental deposit loans
And More!
For more information about the Co-op Academies Trust, please visit: www.coopacademies.co.uk
The Trust is also committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnerships.
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