Headteacher Waterhead Academy (Co-op Academy Strinesdale from September 2026) Contract: Permanent Salary: £98,105 to £113,646 (L27-33) Start date: September 2026 Reports to: Executive Headteacher Location: 529 Huddersfield Road, Lees, Oldham, OL4 3NY Co-op Academies Trust is seeking to appoint an exceptional Headteacher for Co-op Academy Strinesdale. On 1 September 2026, Waterhead Academy will join our Trust and become Co-op Academy Strinesdale. We want to build on the strong foundations already established and ensure that the school is ambitious for its students and everyone works hard to ensure they have the best pupil experience and they leave the Academy equipped to lead happy and successful lives. Co-op Academies Trust operates across four hubs and includes primary, secondary and special schools, plus a sixth form college. Sponsored by the Co-op Group, it is guided by co-operative values and the ''Ways of Being'': Succeed together. Do what matters most. Be yourself, always. Show you care. As Headteacher, you will: Provide strategic leadership in line with co-operative values and principles Drive high standards of academic achievement and personal development Lead school improvement, using data to secure strong progress for all pupils Champion equality, diversity and inclusion across the academy Build a positive, ambitious culture for pupils, staff and the community Develop and support staff through clear accountability and professional development Ensure strong safeguar