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Are you a dynamic leader? Can you motive a young person who hasnt engaged in learning for a significant amount of time? Can you respond calmly to a young persons needs? Can you be creative and adaptable? Are you looking for your next challenge? We are looking for a passionate and creative full time Principal to join our supportive team. The candidate should have understanding of Autism and its challenges and be able to support in designing and organising a differentiated curriculum. About the Role We have an exciting new opportunity for a Principal to work us in our School based in Barrowmore, Barrow, Chester. The school is a small provider, registered for up to 20 pupils. We provide the highest quality of educational services for students aged 7 to 19 years of age. The students are at the centre of everything we do. Our dedicated staff provide first class support. The education, health, and care work in partnership and we pride ourselves on having strong relationships in place with parents, carers and funders. This tried and tested approach ensures every iMap student reaches their optimum level of achievement. The school is an incredible place for children with complex needs arising from autism, behaviour difficulties and learning difficulties to thrive, learn new skills, grow in confidence and make new friends. We are currently looking for an inspirational and creative Principal lead the supportive education team at iMap Centre. Someone who: Is passionate about delivering a challenging and exciting curriculum to all children has an interest in and commitment to the development of SEN education has experience of school improvement is ambitious for the school and the children in it can implement change while balancing continuous improvement with a respect for staff and their wellbeing We are looking for someone who can demonstrate strong leadership skills and inspiration, and invite applications from both experienced senior leaders and those with significant middle leadership experience. Please structure your application to show how you meet the person specification in this pack, including the impact made. Reporting to the Director of Care and Education you will be responsible in providing professional vision and leadership for the school which secures its success and improvement ensuring high quality education for all its pupils and improved standards of learning and achievement. The Principal will be responsible for the internal organisation, management and control of the school. You will be a member of the Education Senior Management Team. You will manage staff and resources in the school and play a role in the direction of the education in regards to formulating and reviewing development plans, progress and aims and objectives of the school. If you have Autism, or alternative provision experience that will be an advantage, but not essential. You will lead on accreditation working with ASDAN and NOCN. iMap Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. It is expected that you will be the Designated Safeguard Lead for Children. All positions will require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service including obtaining references. Referees will be asked to assess suitability of candidates to work with children, young people or vulnerable adults and will be verbally verified. iMap Schools Safeguarding Policy can be found on our website and candidates will be asked about this as part of the recruitment process Benefits • Bike to Work Scheme, • Tech Scheme, • Paid Sick Pay, • Long Service Reward Scheme, • Support to Drive Scheme, • Development Pathways, • Comprehensive Training Package, • Christmas Saver Scheme School Aims: Formulating the overall aims and objectives of the school and policies for their implementation. Strategic direction and development of the school: Leading by example, providing educational vision and direction to secure the strong passionate commitment of staff, parents/carers and pupils. Management of Staff Deploying and managing all teaching and non-teaching staff and allocating particular duties to them (including such duties of the Principal as may be properly delegated to deputy head teacher or other staff member) in a manner consistent with their conditions of employment, maintaining a reasonable balance for each teacher between work carried out in school and work carried out elsewhere. Considering in particular in relation to such allocation of duties how far the duties of the Principal may be delegated to any Deputy Head Teacher. Ensuing that the duty of providing cover for absent teachers is shared equitably among all teachers in school (including the Principal), taking account of their teaching and other duties. Ensuring that all teachers at the school receive information they need to carry out their professional duties effectively. Ensuring that staff are aware of current educational developments and are kept up to date through an ongoing programme of continuous professional development. Leading, motivating, supporting, challenging and developing staff at all levels in order to secure and sustain continuous improvement and staff well-being and to be committed to personal continuing professional development, Supporting middle leadership of the school to build capacity, recognising existing talents and encourage delegation. Challenging underperformance at all levels and putting in place effective procedures to deal with underperforming staff. Curriculum Determining, organising and implementing a broad and balance curriculum for the school, having regard to the needs, experiences, interests, aptitudes and stage of development of the pupils and the resources available to school. Review Ensuring that all aspects of school performance are monitored and evaluated in a robust, cyclical manner and maintaining a record of self-evaluation and areas for improvement, and of progress made in respect of these. Standards of Teaching and Learning Supervising and participating in arrangements for the appraisal of all staff in the school. Participating in the identification of areas in which a staff member would benefit from further training. Ensuring all staff in school have access to advice and training appropriate to their needs, in according with the policies of the company. Being responsible for the supervision and training of staff during their induction periods in according with the Probation policy. Pupil Progression Ensuing that the progress of pupils of the school is monitored and recorded. Ensuring continuing effective systems of planning, assessment, recording and reporting using data to monitor attainment and progress in every childs learning. Using data to continuously support and improve standards. Pastoral Care Ensuring that the health and wellbeing of children is encouraged through a nurturing environment. Inclusion Promoting equality and inclusion in all aspects of school life. Ensuring that the requirements of the Code of Practice are met. Discipline Ensuring that proper standards of behaviour are implement. Making such measures generally known within the school. Ensuring the maintenance of good order and discipline at all times during the school day when pupils are present on the school premises and whenever the pupils are engaged in authorised school activities, whether on the school premises or elsewhere Relationships with parents/Carers Making arrangements for parents/carers to be given regular information about the school curriculum, the progress of their children and other matters affecting the school, so as to promote common understanding of its aims. Creating and maintaining an effective partnership with parents/carers to support and improve pupils achievements and personal development. Relationships with Authorities Providing for liaison and co-operation with the differing local authorities Resources Allocating, controlling and accounting for those financial and material resources of the school which are under the control of the Principal. Adhering to financial regulation Safeguarding Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young person they are responsible for or comes in to contact with. Health and Safety Ensuring the health and safety of all children, staff, parents/carers and visitors. JBRP1_UKTJ

Are you a dynamic leader? Can you motive a young person who hasnt engaged in learning for a significant amount of time? Can you respond calmly to a young persons needs? Can you be creative and adaptable? Are you looking for your next challenge? We are looking for a passionate and creative full time Principal to join our supportive team.If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.The candidate should have understanding of Autism and its challenges and be able to support in designing and organising a differentiated curriculum.About the Role We have an exciting new opportunity for a Principal to work us in our School based in Barrowmore, Barrow, Chester.The school is a small provider, registered for up to 20 pupils.We provide the highest quality of educational services for students aged 7 to 19 years of age.The students are at the centre of everything we do.Our dedicated staff provide first class support.The education, health, and care work in partnership and we pride ourselves on having strong relationships in place with parents, carers and funders.This tried and tested approach ensures every iMap student reaches their optimum level of achievement.The school is an incredible place for children with complex needs arising from autism, behaviour difficulties and learning difficulties to thrive, learn new skills, grow in confidence and make new friends.We are currently looking for an inspirational and creative Principal lead the supportive education team at iMap Centre.Someone who: Is passionate about delivering a challenging and exciting curriculum to all children has an interest in and commitment to the development of SEN education has experience of school improvement is ambitious for the school and the children in it can implement change while balancing continuous improvement with a respect for staff and their wellbeing We are looking for someone who can demonstrate strong leadership skills and inspiration, and invite applications from both experienced senior leaders and those with significant middle leadership experience.Please structure your application to show how you meet the person specification in this pack, including the impact made.Reporting to the Director of Care and Education you will be responsible in providing professional vision and leadership for the school which secures its success and improvement ensuring high quality education for all its pupils and improved standards of learning and achievement.The Principal will be responsible for the internal organisation, management and control of the school.You will be a member of the Education Senior Management Team.You will manage staff and resources in the school and play a role in the direction of the education in regards to formulating and reviewing development plans, progress and aims and objectives of the school.If you have Autism, or alternative provision experience that will be an advantage, but not essential.You will lead on accreditation working with ASDAN and NOCN.iMap Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.It is expected that you will be the Designated Safeguard Lead for Children.All positions will require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service including obtaining references.Referees will be asked to assess suitability of candidates to work with children, young people or vulnerable adults and will be verbally verified.iMap Schools Safeguarding Policy can be found on our website and candidates will be asked about this as part of the recruitment process Benefits Bike to Work Scheme Tech Scheme Paid Sick Pay Long Service Reward Scheme Support to Drive Scheme Development Pathways Comprehensive Training Package Christmas Saver Scheme Enhanced Employee Assistance Package Requirements The professional duties of a principal shall include: School Aims: Formulating the overall aims and objectives of the school and policies for their implementation.Strategic direction and development of the school: Leading by example, providing educational vision and direction to secure the strong passionate commitment of staff, parents/carers and pupils.Management of Staff Deploying and managing all teaching and non-teaching staff and allocating particular duties to them (including such duties of the Principal as may be properly delegated to deputy head teacher or other staff member) in a manner consistent with their conditions of employment, maintaining a reasonable balance for each teacher between work carried out in school and work carried out elsewhere.Considering in particular in relation to such allocation of duties how far the duties of the Principal may be delegated to any Deputy Head Teacher.Ensuing that the duty of providing cover for absent teachers is shared equitably among all teachers in school (including the Principal), taking account of their teaching and other duties.Ensuring that all teachers at the school receive information they need to carry out their professional duties effectively.Ensuring that staff are aware of current educational developments and are kept up to date through an ongoing programme of continuous professional development.Leading, motivating, supporting, challenging and developing staff at all levels in order to secure and sustain continuous improvement and staff well-being and to be committed to personal continuing professional development, Supporting middle leadership of the school to build capacity, recognising existing talents and encourage delegation.Challenging underperformance at all levels and putting in place effective procedures to deal with underperforming staff.Curriculum Determining, organising and implementing a broad and balance curriculum for the school, having regard to the needs, experiences, interests, aptitudes and stage of development of the pupils and the resources available to school.Review Ensuring that all aspects of school performance are monitored and evaluated in a robust, cyclical manner and maintaining a record of self-evaluation and areas for improvement, and of progress made in respect of these.Standards of Teaching and Learning Supervising and participating in arrangements for the appraisal of all staff in the school.Participating in the identification of areas in which a staff member would benefit from further training.Ensuring all staff in school have access to advice and training appropriate to their needs, in according with the policies of the company.Being responsible for the supervision and training of staff during their induction periods in according with the Probation policy.Pupil Progression Ensuing that the progress of pupils of the school is monitored and recorded.Ensuring continuing effective systems of planning, assessment, recording and reporting using data to monitor attainment and progress in every childs learning.Using data to continuously support and improve standards.Pastoral Care Ensuring that the health and wellbeing of children is encouraged through a nurturing environment.Inclusion Promoting equality and inclusion in all aspects of school life.Ensuring that the requirements of the Code of Practice are met.Discipline Ensuring that proper standards of behaviour are implement.Making such measures generally known within the school.Ensuring the maintenance of good order and discipline at all times during the school day when pupils are present on the school premises and whenever the pupils are engaged in authorised school activities, whether on the school premises or elsewhere Relationships with parents/Carers Making arrangements for parents/carers to be given regular information about the school curriculum, the progress of their children and other matters affecting the school, so as to promote common understanding of its aims.Creating and maintaining an effective partnership with parents/carers to support and improve pupils achievements and personal development.Relationships with Authorities Providing for liaison and co-operation with the differing local authorities Resources Allocating, controlling and accounting for those financial and material resources of the school which are under the control of the Principal.Adhering to financial regulation Safeguarding Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young person they are responsible for or comes in to contact with. xjlbheb Health and Safety Ensuring the health and safety of all children, staff, parents/carers and visitors.

If you would like to arrange an informal meeting or have a discussion regarding the role, please contact David Robinson at . Are you a visionary leader with a passion for driving meaningful change? Do you thrive on shaping services that make a real difference in people's lives? If so, this is your opportunity to step into a pivotal role at the forefront of homelessness support. We are seeking an exceptional Head of Homelessness Services to provide both strategic direction and operational leadership across our northern homelessness services. This is a senior role with wide-reaching impact, overseeing performance, quality, safeguarding, financial sustainability, and contractual delivery, ensuring every service is safe, effective, and truly person-centred. You'll act as the vital link between organisational strategy and frontline delivery, you will inspire and empower regional teams, ensuring services are psychologically informed and shaped by lived experience. Your leadership will directly influence how support is delivered and how lives are transformed. As part of our senior leadership community, you will play a key role in shaping the future of homelessness provision. You'll contribute to strategic planning, drive organisational development, and work in partnership with commissioners and stakeholders to respond to local needs and influence the wider system. What you'll bring: Proven senior leadership experience within homelessness or related services A strong track record of delivering high-quality, compliant, and sustainable services The ability to inspire, motivate, and lead diverse teams across a region Strategic thinking with a hands-on approach to operational excellence A passion for collaboration, innovation, and system-wide impact Why this role matters: This is more than a job; it's a chance to shape services that change lives. You'll be at the heart of a mission-driven organisation, influencing not only how services are delivered today, but how they evolve for the future. If you're ready to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you. P3 reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the stated closing date. P3 is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to combating all forms of discrimination. P3 have committed to achieving 'Net Zero' Carbon emissions by 2050. Our Carbon Reduction Plan is available via the P3 website. In partnership with Treeapp, for every new employee, we plant a tree at one of their planting sites worldwide. Our Charity Established in 1972, P3 Charity is a modern, forward-thinking organisation providing support services to people facing social exclusion across the UK. We offer a wide range of services, including homelessness prevention, supported housing, mental health support, community advice, hoarding support and services for young people. We're a person-centred organisation who works alongside people to improve lives. We do this by strengthening communities, unlocking potential and creating new possibilities. We tackle challenges others won't and we go the extra mile. We believe in collaboration - both within our teams and with the local community - to achieve the best outcomes. Our values-driven approach means we recruit for values and train for skills. What We Offer Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement - 27 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays. Commitment to Mental Health and Wellbeing - people are at the heart of what we do; you'll also have access to our National Wellbeing Lead and Regional Wellbeing Champions. EDI Focus - an opportunity to join other colleagues to raise awareness and steer initiatives, contributing to our inclusive culture. Paycare Health Cash Plan - you can claim back costs for a wide range of everyday health expenses, including optical, dental, physiotherapy, and more, within an annual limit. Employee Assistance Program - access to 24/7 GP appointments, 1-1 counselling and health assessments. Bike2WorkScheme - the Bike2Work Scheme is part of the Government's Green Transport Plan, designed to encourage healthier, more sustainable travel. Discounts - access to Paycare Perks and Tickets for Good. Reward and Recognition - such as team away days, P3's Annual conference and Colleague Awards Ceremony. Personal Development Opportunities - including mentoring, training, secondments, job shadowing, and more. Colleague Volunteering Programme -one day paid leave per year to volunteer in the community Enhanced Sickness Pay - based on your length of service. Earning Potential - optional overtime and refer a friend bonus scheme. Additional Equipment Provision - some employees may be provided with additional equipment including workwear, tools and use of a company van or car. JBRP1_UKTJ