Job Vacancies in Jewish Schools

Headteacher

Yavneh Boys and Yavneh Girls, Manchester
Contract Type: Part Time, Permanent
Start Date: January 2026 or earlier
Education Setting: Secondary School
Salary: £30,000
Job Category: Headteacher
Location: Manchester

Contract: 2.5 days per week

We are looking to appoint a Head of Yavneh who can make a real difference.  Reporting to the Headteacher, the purpose of this role is to lead Yavneh with vision, integrity, and discretion – embedding its frum ethos, maintaining excellence in both Kodesh and secular learning, and ensuring every decision reflects Yavneh’s distinct educational mission.

The ideal candidate will have experience in senior leadership, with a proven track record of promoting the wellbeing of children and upholding religious identity in a school setting.

Yavneh School is an academically successful school, where students perform “well above average”, with the highest GCSE Attainment 8 and A Level progress of Manchester state providers (Ofsted Compare Schools 2025).

The school’s mission is to provide academic excellence in a friendly and supportive environment, where each child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential in terms of academic achievement, creativity and personal development.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.

Application forms and further details are available from Mrs Finn at the school office:  l.finn@kdhigh.co.uk  

Closing date: 18 December 2025
Interview date: Applications will be processed on receipt.
Yavneh Boys and Yavneh Girls, Manchester
King David High School
Eaton Road
Manchester
M8 5DY
Tel: 0161 740 7248  
https://www.kdhs.org.uk