Satis Education Ltd

Assistant Headteacher - School Culture, Behaviour & Attitudes Burscough Priory Academy, Endeavour Learning Trust Contract: Full-time, permanent Salary: Leadership Scale L10-L14 (£64,691 - £71,330) Accountable to: Headteacher Start date: September 2026 Are you ready to make a real impact? We are looking for an exceptional candidate as Assistant Headteacher - School Culture, Behaviour & Attitudes who shares our values and has the vision to join us on the next (and very exciting) stage of our school's development. Burscough Priory Academy is a thriving and inclusive school at the heart of its community and a proud member of Endeavour Learning Trust. We are a close-knit, values-driven organisation committed to ensuring every child succeeds. Guided by our ethos of Ambition for All and our core values of Kindness, Respect and Ambition, we provide a supportive and aspirational environment where both students and staff flourish. We are part of Endeavour Learning Trust, a growing, well-established, highly respected and thriving Trust in the North West, currently spanning South Ribble, West Lancashire and North Sefton. We are now seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher to lead on school culture, with a specific focus on attendance, behaviour and attitudes. The successful candidate will be an inspiring leader with a track record of improving standards, who is committed to the school and Trust's and the impact this can have on every student. Working in partnership with the Headteacher, the leadership team and our school community, you will provide the strategic leadership that underpin our culture with specific regard to attendance, attitude to learning and behaviour. You will consistently communicate the school vision of 'Ambition for All,' work to our mission 'E Pluribus Unum' and the key drivers that underpin it; namely Kindness, Respect and Ambition. A passion for and evidence of developing a school culture and the associated structures and systems is a prerequisite for this role - they must support and empower staff to get the very best from every student, without exception. Most especially, this relates to those that need us the most, right across the continuum of need. The successful candidate, at both a strategic and operational level, will drive the message of high expectations in everything we do and for the young people we do it for. The approach will be warm and kind, complementing our ambition and desire that every child is proud to belong and achieves. As the new Assistant Headteacher, you will: Communicate with clarity, confidence and demonstrate a relational approach. Balance strategic thinking and planning with operational support. Have vision, passion and a proven track record in school improvement to increase performance across the school. Be a leader who develops a positive school culture for students, staff and our community. Be steadfast in a commitment and work to safeguard children. Demonstrate a dedication to providing students with the optimum conditions so that a high-quality education and personal development programme can have maximum impact. Be the person with the ability to motivate and inspire students, staff and parents with a strong sense of teamwork and can lead by example, influencing decision-making and shaping policies. Be aspirational, with an uncompromising commitment to improving educational outcomes for all students. Lead upon all areas related to attendance, attitude to learning and behaviour. Whether you are an experienced school leader looking for the next challenge or seeking your first post as Assistant Headteacher, if you are committed to 'Ambition for All' and are looking for an opportunity to be a leader in a fantastic school within our Trust, we want to hear from you. To find out more and register your interest for the role, please visit Closing date: 9am Monday 18th May Shortlisting: Monday 18th May Interviews: Wednesday 20th May If you have any questions or queries about the role, please do not hesitate to get in touch by contacting Jenna Everett on or email SAFEGUARDING Endeavour Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Chief Financial Officer Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST) Contract: Full-time, permanent Salary: £98,040 - £117,064 Accountable to: Chief Executive Officer Location: BEST House, Shefford, Bedfordshire Start date: September 2026 Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST) is a high-performing and growing multi-academy trust providing exceptional education across 11 schools and five nurseries. We serve more than 8,000 children from nursery through to advanced level study and employ over 1,000 staff. Driven by clear values and a strong sense of purpose, we are committed to putting children first, working collaboratively, and delivering high-quality community-based education. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an outstanding Chief Financial Officer to lead our financial strategy and ensure long-term sustainability. As Chief Financial Officer, you will provide strategic leadership for all aspects of finance across the Trust. You will work closely with the CEO, Board of Trustees and school leaders to support delivery of BEST's vision and strategic priorities. You will ensure that financial planning, reporting and controls are robust, transparent and aligned to improving educational outcomes. You will lead the central finance team and provide expert advice to academy and nursery leaders, enabling them to focus on delivering excellence in education. You will play a key role in Trust growth, including financial due diligence for new schools joining BEST, and in strengthening systems, processes and financial governance. As a senior leader, you will ensure the highest standards of financial management and compliance. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting, ensuring public funds are used effectively and deliver value for money. You will maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) with significant leadership experience, ideally within the education sector. You will bring strong financial acumen, strategic insight and the ability to lead complex organisations. You will be an effective communicator, able to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. You will demonstrate integrity, resilience and a commitment to high standards, equality and safeguarding. This is a pivotal role within a values-led organisation with a strong track record and ambitious future. You will play a central part in ensuring BEST continues to grow and thrive. For more information and to apply for the role, please visit To arrange an informal, confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Jenna Everett at Satis Education on or email Closing date for applications: 9.00am Friday 15th May 2026 Interviews: Wednesday 20 May 2026 If you would like to make a visit to the Trust or any of their academies, please contact Jenna Everett via the details above. Closing date: 9.00am Friday 15th May 2026 Interview date: Wednesday 20th May 2026 - Timings to be agreed We reserve the right to close the recruitment process early in the event of sufficient applications. Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and references, including enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance. Strictly no agencies.