GLT Senior School Leader

Salary

Leadership pay scale, points , £67,898 - £75,049

Contractual hours

32.5

Basis

Full Time

Job type

Leadership

Location

Plymouth

Job category

Leadership

Date posted

20/10/2025

Job reference

GST-R1529

At Greenshaw Learning Trust, we are 'Always Learning' – not just in the classroom, but across our entire organisation. We value collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to providing the very best education for every young person in our schools. Whether you're teaching, supporting, leading, or enabling from behind the scenes — you'll find your place here.

We offer our staff:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

To find out more about working life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, download our 'Why you should work for GLT' recruitment brochure from our jobs portal.

The Opportunity:

We are currently recruiting for a GLT Senior School Leader. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team in a role that is both rewarding and impactful. This is a 12 month fixed term role and we are open to both full and part time applications.

We need someone to:

Work within GLT school's Leadership Team to contribute to raising student achievement and the continued development of the schools. This leadership position is open to dynamic, inspiring, and outstanding senior leaders who have a proven track record of excellent attainment and achievement. The role requires strategic thinking and an ability to lead from the front, whilst offering challenge and support to all stakeholders.

• Provide additional School Improvement capacity to our Plymouth schools
• Demonstrate a passion for education and a desire to improve the life chances of all students
• Build a culture of continuous learning and development.
• Adapt rapidly to the challenge of building on the existing strengths of the school to achieve all round excellence.

We are looking for someone who:

• Qualified teacher
• Has experience in developing and implementing strategies for raising achievement and achieving excellence for students, staff and themselves
• Has knowledge of data analysis and target setting
• Uses evidence-based information about effective learning and assessment for learning

About Greenshaw Learning Trust:

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are 'Always Learning'.

For full details of the role and how to apply, please download the recruitment pack.

Closing date for applications: 2nd November 2025

We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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