Headteacher
William Brookes School, Much Wenlock, Shropshire, TF13 6NBThis job expired on 20 December 2024
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
20 December 2024 at 9am
Date listed
2 December 2024
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- L21-L27 £81,441-£94,332
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you ready to make a significant impact in education? We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Headteacher to lead our school through its journey of improvement and transformation. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our students and staff, and to create a lasting legacy.
About Us: Our school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive. While we currently hold a "Requires Improvement" rating, we are determined to achieve excellence and are looking for a leader who shares our vision and passion.
The Role: As Headteacher, you will:
- Lead and inspire our dedicated team of teachers and support staff.
- Develop and implement strategies to improve educational outcomes.
- Nurture a positive and inclusive school culture.
- Engage with parents, governors, and the wider community to build strong partnerships.
Challenges and Rewards: This role comes with its challenges, including addressing areas for improvement and driving change. However, the rewards are immense. You will have the opportunity to:
- Make a real difference in the lives of our students.
- Work with a committed and passionate team.
- Shape the future direction of the school.
- Receive support and professional development opportunities.
What the school offers its staff
Your wellbeing
It’s a top priority for us, and that’s why we look after your physical wellbeing with free eye tests, flu vaccinations, and an outstanding occupational health service. We also look after your mental wellbeing too, with our employee assistance programme, providing legal, financial, health, parenting and life advice with 24-hour access for you and your family members. We also provide access to independent counselling specialists to beat those long waiting lists and ensure you have access to the right support at the right time.
Online GP Service
Struggling to get an appointment with your local GP? We’ve got you covered. Our staff have 24-hour access to a GP appointment. These usually take place within two days at a time to suit you, with prescriptions provided when required to be collected at your local pharmacy. This service is also available to your dependants.
We’ve always got you covered
If the unexpected happens – for example, you can’t work because of illness or you’re in an accident – we’ve got you covered with excellent sick pay benefits. Plus, in the event of death in service, we’ll pay up to three times your salary. All these give you financial protection and take away any worries – all at no cost to you.
Unbeatable Pension Scheme
Thinking about your future? We are too and it’s never too early. We’ll automatically enrol you onto the relevant pension scheme – we will pay a whopping 28.68% into your Teachers Pension scheme – you’ll find it hard to beat that.
Life Events
We run an enhanced special leave policy making allowances for paid time off for those unplanned life events or family milestones that we just wouldn’t expect you to miss.
Savings Schemes
Saving for those rainy days has never been easier than with our salary savings scheme. Your savings are taken directly from your salary into an accredited savings scheme.
Support for you and your family
We understand that becoming a parent, growing your family or looking after those who mean the most to you, can be life changing. That’s why we’re proud to provide policies that fit around your family, whenever you might need it.
Cycle to work scheme
Choose a brand-new bike and accessories and save on tax and National Insurance. Select a bike worth up to £3,000 and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free.
Home and Electronics Scheme
The latest Xbox on the birthday list? Washing machine broken down at just the wrong time of year? We have you covered with our newest salary sacrifice scheme, open all year round and open to all staff, spreading the payments for those expensive items over 12 months.
Career Progression
From bitesize learning right through to professional qualifications. With our Trust-wide dedicated CPD leads, we believe every colleague should have the chance to progress – personally, professionally and as far as possible.
Additional Perks
Many of our sites have access to freshly made hot meals at a discounted rate, free car parking, gyms and swimming pools all open to members of staff at greatly reduced rates or free.
Commitment to safeguarding
The 3-18 Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, as such this post requires acknowledgement and understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
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About William Brookes School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 903 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- William Brookes School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- hannah.taylor@318education.co.uk
William Brookes School is the only Coubertin School in the UK, located in the birthplace of the Modern Olympic Games. Rebuilt in 2010, our state of the art school offers students an innovative and inspirational learning environment.
Arranging a visit to William Brookes School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hannah.taylor@318education.co.uk.
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