Headteacher

We are passionate about providing an outstanding provision for the students at Cromwell High School. We are an 11-19yrs Secondary Special School, currently maintained by Tameside Local Education Authority. Governors are consulting stakeholders regarding joining with the Kingfisher Learning Trust. 

We cater for a range of learning difficulties and additional needs for 140 pupils and students, SEND needs include: Severe Learning Difficulties, Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties, Complex Needs and Autistic Spectrum Conditions with associated Sensory and Physical Disabilities. Our vision is to teach pupils as much about the world they live in as possible, to teach them the skills to be as effective in the world as possible and to grow to be caring, confident, considerate citizens. Therefore, there is a strong emphasis on preparing pupils and students for life beyond school. The school offers a rich and innovative curriculum matching an entitlement to a broad and balanced education with strong and effective preparation for adulthood. 

We are looking for someone to build on the outstanding achievements of the current Headteacher. If you believe you have the vision, drive and passion to lead this school through the next phase of its development and that you fulfil the requirements of the person specification for the role, we would like to hear from you.

An informal visit to the school is encouraged and warmly welcomed for all those interested in applying. To arrange such a visit, contact Karen Smillie on 01613389730 or

karen.smillie@cromwell.tameside.sch.uk 

Timeline for appointment

• Closing date for applications is Sunday 19th March 2023, at 12.00am.
• Shortlisting will be on Monday 20th March, 2023.
• A two-day interview process will be carried out on Tuesday 28th March and on Wednesday 29th March 2023 

Following the shortlisting process, successful candidates will be invited for interview.

The selection process will involve a number of assessed activities on Day One with a view to making a further shortlist for Day 2. The successful candidate will be informed soon after the decision has been ratified by the Governing Body on the final day.

Please email your completed application form, together with your Equal Opportunities Monitoring form and your supporting statement to Karen Smillie at karen.smillie@cromwell.tameside.sch.uk