Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time
Number of Positions: 1
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 per annum
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Teacher of Hair and Beauty to join our fantastic team at Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA)
This is a permanent, full-time position on Teaching terms MPS–UPS plus TLR 2.1 allowance of £3,527, starting September 2026.
Main purpose of the job:
In addition to the professional responsibilities common to all classroom teachers, the Lead Teacher of Hair and Beauty will play a key role in raising standards of teaching, learning and student achievement across the curriculum.
Working closely with the Curriculum Leader, you will:
- Support the development and implementation of effective teaching and learning strategies
- Lead on intervention strategies to improve attainment and progress
- Monitor curriculum delivery, planning and student outcomes
- Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment
- Ensure high standards of assessment, recording and reporting
You will also deputise for the Curriculum Leader where required and take responsibility for agreed areas of departmental leadership.
Leadership and curriculum responsibilities:
The successful candidate will:
- Support and lead colleagues to enhance teaching practice and student outcomes
- Contribute to lesson observations, coaching and mentoring
- Help identify and deliver high-quality CPD and professional development
- Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture
- Support the strategic development of the curriculum
- Contribute to school improvement priorities and self-evaluation
To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached Job Description.