Headteacher

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Visits to our school are warmly encouraged. To arrange one, please contact the School Office on 01244 478021 or bursar@alvanley.cheshire.sch.uk

Apply by completing the online form and including supporting information of no more than 1250 words at the end of the form (not as a separate letter).

Visits: Tuesday 3rd and Wednesday 4th Nov · Closing date: Friday 13th November 9AM·

Shortlisting: 27th November · Interviews: Thursday 10th and Friday 11th December

Alvanley and Manley Village School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check with barred list check and safer recruitment checks.

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Headteacher, Alvanley and Manley Village School

Salary Range: L11 to L17 - £68,691 to £79,460

Start date: April 2027

Contract: Full time, permanent; Flexibility in hours may be considered for the right candidate.

The children, families, staff and Governors of Alvanley and Manley Village School are seeking to appoint a warm, inspiring Headteacher to lead our small, happy rural village school.

This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic leader who is committed to raising standards and passionate about supporting every child to reach their full potential.

We are one school of around 105 pupils across two sites a mile apart, with our Infant site at Manley and our Junior site at Alvanley, near Frodsham in Cheshire.

Our vision, "Together We Nurture, Inspire and Achieve", is at the heart of everything we do.

We are proud of:

• Knowing every child and family well
• Happy and enthusiastic children who love learning
• A dedicated, caring and talented small staff team
• A creative curriculum, with outdoor and forest learning, strong sport and a rich programme of trips and residentials
• Supportive families and an active Friends association (FOAMs)
• A committed Governing Board offering support and challenge

The successful candidate will:

• Be an experienced, effective leader: an existing Headteacher, or a Deputy or Assistant Head ready for headship
• Have a clear vision for school improvement and the ability to inspire others
• Be a visible, hands-on leader across both sites
• Have a strong track record of raising standards for all pupils, including those with SEND
• Be committed to safeguarding, inclusion and wellbeing
• Build strong relationships with families and both village communities