Head of Aspire Centre
1 week ago
ASPIRE Centre Manager Location: Shire Oak Academy, Walsall Wood Contract: Permanent – 37 hours per week (Term Time, 39 weeks) Schedule: Monday – Thursday 8:30am‑4:30pm; Friday 8:30am‑4:00pm Salary: Grade 6 – £24,020 to £27,712 (actual salary) Closing date: 9th December 2025 Reporting to: Assistant Headteacher responsible for pastoral care Main responsibilities Support our most vulnerable and at‑risk students by assessing barriers to learning and providing an alternative space and curriculum. Devise strategies that have a clear impact on students’ progress and ability to access education. Demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement and social justice. Contribute to strategy and leadership across the pastoral team supporting the aims and values of the pastoral offer. Be passionate about supporting vulnerable young people to ensure they reach their full potential and improve their life chances. Duties and responsibilities Manage the onsite ASPIRE Centre – a small, detached classroom base for students struggling in the main school setting. Deliver aspects of the curriculum and lead a team of mentors. Oversee the Shire Oak ASPIRE interventions programme. Assess needs of ASPIRE‑referred students and plan appropriate intervention programmes. Plan and oversee intervention timetables for ASPIRE mentors and associate heads of year. Leadership and coordination Coach and manage ASPIRE mentors, ensuring quality interventions. Utilise existing school systems and agencies (phase leaders, heads of year, associate heads of year). Communicate with wider school staff to influence practice and provide training. Manage ASPIRE Centre daily – both the RESET room and ASPIRE room. Deliver interventions as required within the ASPIRE Centre timetable. Link with external agencies to review the quality of their provision, attendance and engagement. Safeguarding and welfare The ASPIRE Centre Leader will safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and follow Academy policies and the staff code of conduct. The position requires an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check and is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on the Academy website for applicants to review. About Shire Oak Academy Shire Oak Academy is a community secondary school in Walsall Wood, part of the Mercian Trust. We invest in our staff and students, fostering relationships at the heart of our culture. Our ethos builds on #BeIncredible, encouraging positive interactions and learning from mistakes. We offer a knowledge‑rich curriculum, extensive enrichment and extracurricular programmes, and state‑of‑the‑art facilities. We invite you to visit and discover what we have to offer. Equal Opportunity Shire Oak Academy is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or age. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Head of Aspire Centre
2 weeks ago
Walsall, United Kingdom WMJobs Full timeASPIRE Centre ManagerApplying for this role is straight forward Scroll down and click on Apply to be considered for this position.Location: Shire Oak Academy, Walsall WoodContract: Permanent – 37 hours per week (Term Time, 39 weeks)Schedule: Monday – Thursday 8:30am‑4:30pm; Friday 8:30am‑4:00pmSalary: Grade 6 – £24,020 to £27,712 (actual...
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Head of Aspire Centre
1 week ago
Walsall, United Kingdom WMJobs Full timeASPIRE Centre ManagerHit Apply below to send your application for consideration Ensure that your CV is up to date, and that you have read the job specs first.Location: Shire Oak Academy, Walsall WoodContract: Permanent – 37 hours per week (Term Time, 39 weeks)Schedule: Monday – Thursday 8:30am‑4:30pm; Friday 8:30am‑4:00pmSalary: Grade 6 – £24,020...
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Head of Aspire Centre
2 weeks ago
Walsall, United Kingdom Teaching Vacancies Full timeWhat skills and experience we’re looking for ASPIRE Centre Manager Closing date – 9th December 2025 Salary: Grade 6 – £24,020 – £27,712 (Actual Salary) Hours: 37 hours per week, Term Time (39 weeks) Monday – Thursday 8.30am – 4.30pm and Friday 8.30am – 4pm Contract type: Permanent Reporting to: Assistant Headteacher responsible for pastoral...
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Head of Aspire Centre
2 weeks ago
Walsall, United Kingdom We Manage Jobs(WMJobs) Full timeASPIRE Centre Manager Closing date: 9th December 2025 Salary: Grade 6 – £24,020 – £27,712 (actual) Hours: 37 hours per week (Term time, 39 weeks) – Monday‑Thursday 8:30‑16:30, Friday 8:30‑16:00 Contract: Permanent Reporting to: Assistant Headteacher responsible for pastoral care Main responsibilities The ASPIRE Centre Manager will work under...
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ASPIRE Centre Manager
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ASPIRE Centre Manager
1 week ago
Walsall, United Kingdom Shire Plc Full timeAbout the RoleIf you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.The ASPIRE Centre Manager, under the direction of the Assistant Headteacher responsible for pastoral care, will develop and manage support for vulnerable and at‑risk students.ResponsibilitiesSupport our most vulnerable and...
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ASPIRE Centre Manager
2 weeks ago
Walsall, United Kingdom Shire plc Full timeAbout the Role The ASPIRE Centre Manager, under the direction of the Assistant Headteacher responsible for pastoral care, will develop and manage support for vulnerable and at‑risk students. Responsibilities Support our most vulnerable and at‑risk students by assessing their barriers to learning and providing an alternative space and curriculum. Devise...
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Walsall, United Kingdom WMJobs Full timeA community secondary school in Walsall is seeking an ASPIRE Centre Manager to support vulnerable students and manage the ASPIRE Centre. The role involves assessing learning barriers, delivering educational interventions, and leading a team of mentors. Commitment to the welfare of the students and strong leadership skills are essential. This permanent...
