Dear Candidate,

Welcome to Urmston Grammar School. We are incredibly proud of our school, which has amazing students and skilful, dedicated, passionate teachers. With the forthcoming retirement of our Headteacher, we are looking for someone who can build on the excellent work they have undertaken and also continue the success(es) of Urmston Grammar even further.

We are committed to cultivating an environment of academic excellence, innovation, and inclusivity where every student can thrive. As a high-achieving, selective academy, we inspire curiosity and resilience, equipping our students with the skills and values needed to excel in an evolving world. Our diverse and vibrant community upholds a proud tradition of success while embracing a forward-thinking approach to education, personal development, and well-being.

We seek a visionary, progressive leader who will champion our ethos, further our achievements, and empower our students and staff to reach new academic and personal development heights. With a dedicated faculty, ambitious learners, and an engaged community, Urmston Grammar stands as a beacon of opportunity and aspiration. Join us in shaping the future and building on a legacy of distinction.

The Headteacher role at Urmston Grammar is an extremely exciting opportunity, and the successful candidate will be well-versed in utilising innovative approaches to improve high academic standards whilst maintaining the tradition, community and structure of the school. They would be able to work well with staff, students and all stakeholders and build partnerships to ensure the school’s continued success.

This summer, we saw outstanding results in our GCSEs and continue to perform above the national average in A levels. As a governing board, we thoroughly enjoy, and take pride in seeing our students become rounded, thoughtful, enthusiastic individuals ready to face the world beyond. This is the result of our unique curriculum, a rich variety of extracurricular activities and a focus on nurturing the best individual performances at all times.

If you feel this exciting opportunity is for you, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact Neil Massie at Academicis, our recruitment partner, at nmassie@academicis.co.uk, for further details and to arrange a visit. The successful candidate will start the post at the start of the new school year in September 2025.

Yours, Nick Crowther, Chair of Governors

Closing date for applications: Monday 9th December 2024

Shortlisting: Wednesday 11th December 2024

Interviews: Monday 16th & Tuesday 17th December 2024