Head – Withington Girls’ School – Manchester

The Governors invite applications for this appointment which will become vacant in September 2016 on the retirement of Sue Marks after six years of outstanding leadership and service to the School.

Founded in 1890, Withington is a leading independent day school for girls in which some of the best academic results in the country are attained within a lively, happy and caring environment. The School’s exceptional record of achievement is complemented by an extensive range of extra-curricular opportunities. The girls thrive in a warm and supportive atmosphere and are encouraged to reach their individual potential in all areas.

There are 662 pupils aged between 7 and 18 in the School, which is located close to the universities in the Fallowfield area of Manchester. Pupils are drawn from a wide geographical area and from a diverse range of cultural and financial backgrounds. Through the Withington Girls’ School Trust, up to 100 bursaries are extended, according to individual need.

Applications are invited from highly qualified candidates with a strong track record of leadership and management experience, including the strategic vision to lead an exceptional staff team and to promote further development of this outstanding school.

Further details and an application pack can be obtained from: Mrs Sharon Senn, Bursar & Clerk to the Governors. Email: senns@wgs.org Tel: 0161 249 3469
Closing date Friday 9th October 2015
Initial interviews will be held on Monday 19th October 2015
Final interviews will be held on Wednesday 4th November 2015

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and full child protection screening procedures will apply to this post.

Withington Girls’ School,
Wellington Road, Fallowfield, Manchester M14 6BL
Tel: 0161 224 1077
Fax: 0161 248 5377
Charity Nos: 526632 & 1158226
662 Girls (7-18) HMC & GSA (Day)

wgs.org

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