Assistant Headteacher

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Completed application forms to be sent to recruitment@stanleyhigh.co.uk

Thank you for your interest in the role of Assistant Headteacher at Stanley High School. I am delighted that you are considering joining us at a time of real momentum, optimism, and renewed confidence in what our school can achieve for the young people and families we serve.

Stanley High School is a proud and ambitious community. In recent years, we have worked tirelessly to rebuild strength, stability, and a culture rooted in care, high expectations, and aspiration. You can feel that shift the moment you walk into our building. Our students increasingly speak of belonging, of feeling known and supported, and of being part of something that matters. This sense of connection is reflected in our excellent attendance—now amongst the strongest in the local authority—a testament to the growing trust between school, students, and families.

We are a school moving forward with purpose. Our staff are deeply committed to providing high‑quality teaching, an inclusive environment, and the kind of opportunities that broaden horizons and build confidence. We know the journey of improvement requires both clarity and courage, and we are embracing it with a renewed sense of collective ambition. Every step we take is guided by a simple belief: our children deserve the very best, and they deserve it every day.

As Headteacher, I am incredibly proud of the resilience, professionalism, and heart shown by colleagues across our school. We have laid strong foundations for rapid improvement, and we are now looking for an Assistant Headteacher with the drive, integrity, and strategic insight to help accelerate the next phase of our development. This is a role that genuinely matters—a chance to shape culture, strengthen practice, and make a lasting difference to the life chances of our young people.

What makes this opportunity even more exciting is our place within Southport Learning Trust. Being part of the Trust connects us to a rich network of expertise, support, and collaborative energy. Our leaders work closely with colleagues across several schools, accessing professional development, contributing to trust‑wide projects and shaping improvement beyond our own site. For the right candidate, this is a chance to grow not only as a school‑based leader, but as a system leader, helping to influence and contribute to a wider educational community.

The role will suit someone who is values‑driven, passionate about great teaching, energised by challenge, and committed to building strong relationships with staff, students, and families. You will join a leadership team that is supportive, collaborative, and united by a shared determination to make Stanley High School a place where every young person thrives.

If you believe in the power of education to transform lives, if you are motivated by both the challenge and the privilege of school improvement, and if you want to be part of a Trust that invests in people and cultivates ambition, then I warmly encourage you to apply.

Thank you once again for your interest. I look forward to discovering the vision and expertise you would bring to our community

Miss Nicki Gregg

Headteacher

Stanley High School