Thank you for your interest in the role of Headteacher of Stanley High School. The Governors are looking
to recruit an inspirational leader that could take Stanley High High school further on its journey to
excellence for the 1st September 2025.
As you consider whether to apply for the post, I warmly invite you to visit the school to form your own
impression of our traditional but vibrant school community and to meet some of the enthusiastic and
talented staff, who inspire our students to success. Our motto at Stanley High School is Success for All.
It is embedded in everything said and done throughout the school community. This is a unique
opportunity for you to build on the current achievements of the school and to develop your career. You
can be assured that you will have the full support of the committed and very capable Governors and
Trustees as you lead our school onwards.
You will find our school situated in the attractive coastal location of Southport with excellent transport
links to both Liverpool and Manchester. Stanley High School is a member of the family of schools within
the Southport Leaning Trust meaning you will have access to collaboration at all levels and support
from the other Headteachers and schools in the Trust and the Central Team including our CEO, Ian
Raikes. We have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Wellbeing Package and drive strategic planning
for wellbeing through the Well School Trust framework.
An application form can be found on the school website at stanleyhigh.co.uk. Please return your
application by email to recruitment@southportlearningtrust.org. Shortlisting for interview will be based
solely on the information you provide on the application form and covering letter. Please include
evidence of how you meet the criteria set out in the person specification, providing examples where
possible. We have a strong safeguarding culture and all applications are processed accordingly. Please
note that any appointments are made subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, continuous
employment/employment gaps check, online checks and satisfactory written references which we will
apply for prior to the interview.
If you think you are the inspirational leader that could take Stanley High School further on its journey to
excellence, we look forward to receiving your application and hopefully to meeting you soon. Please
contact the Headteacher’s PA Joely Harper to make arrangements to visit the school by email at
jharper@stanleyhigh.co.uk.
Best wishes,
Ian Raikes - CEO - Southport Learning Trust
Warren Brooks - Chair of Governors