Job Title: Headteacher - Green Birds Madrasah

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Job Title: Headteacher - Green Birds Madrasah

Location: Bedford

Contract Type: Part-Time

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Start Date: Immediately

About Green Birds

Green Birds is a well-established and rapidly expanding Islamic evening school committed to delivering high-quality Islamic education to children and young people. Our approach is rooted in nurturing a strong Islamic identity through love, engagement, and excellence, while equipping students to confidently navigate life in the UK.

As part of our continued growth and ambitious future objectives, we are seeking an exceptional and forward-thinking Headteacher to lead the strategic development of the organisation. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an individual who is motivated to make a lasting impact and grow alongside a dynamic and evolving organisation.

Role Overview

The Headteacher will have overall responsibility for the academic leadership, operational management, and strategic development of Green Birds Madrasah. The primary focus of the role is to oversee and drive the continued development, quality, and expansion of the madrasah, ensuring excellence across teaching, learning, safeguarding, and administration.

This role requires a confident leader with strong vision, initiative, and organisational capability. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping Green Birds future direction. As Green Birds progresses with its long-term objectives, there will be opportunities for further leadership responsibility and professional growth for the right individual.

The Headteacher will be directly accountable to the Management Team and will work closely with them to deliver the organisation's strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategic Development

• Lead the ongoing development, improvement, and growth of the madrasah - including curriculum planning and development
• Monitor teaching quality through observations, feedback, and performance management processes.
• Oversee student assessment, reporting, and progression frameworks.
• Ensure full compliance with UK safeguarding, health & safety, and regulatory expectations.

Operational Management

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the madrasah, ensuring smooth and effective delivery of all classes and activities.
• Work with administrative staff to manage fees, budgets, resources, and operational logistics.

Staff Leadership & Recruitment

• Support the Management Team with recruitment, induction, training, and supervision of teaching and administrative staff.
• Create and manage staff timetables
• Support staff development and foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable working culture.

Community & Parental Engagement

• Build strong, professional relationships with parents, students, and the wider community.
• Promote Green Birds and support student admissions, retention, and community engagement initiatives.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Graduate of a recognised Islamic institution (e.g. Dars-e-Nizami, Alimiyyah, Islamic Studies degree, or equivalent).
• Strong foundational knowledge and teaching ability in:
  • Qur'an Recitation, Hifz, and Tajweed
  • Arabic
  • Islamic Studies (Aqeedah, Fiqh, Seerah, Hadith, Islamic History)
• Experience teaching children or young people in an Islamic educational setting.
• Demonstrable experience in leadership, curriculum development, or school management (supplementary schools, madrasahs, or community education settings preferred).
• Strong understanding of the UK educational, social, and safeguarding context.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with diverse families and stakeholders.
• DBS clearance (or willing to obtain ).

Desirable Qualities

• Previous experience as a Headteacher, Deputy Head, or Lead Teacher.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a recognised teaching qualification.
• Familiarity with modern, student-centred teaching approaches.
• Ability to inspire and motivate young Muslims growing up in the UK.
• Strong organisational, time-management, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Confidence using basic school management systems and digital tools.

Personal Attributes

• Strong Islamic character, professionalism, and integrity.
• Approachable, compassionate, and firm when required.
• Highly organised, proactive, and solution-focused.
• Committed to continuous improvement and excellence in education.
• Passionate about nurturing confident, well-rounded Muslim students.

Why Join Green Birds?

• Be part of a rapidly growing organisation with a clear vision & ambitious future plans.
• Take on a senior leadership role with real influence over the direction and development of the organisation.
• Opportunity for expanded responsibilities & career progression
• Work within a supportive Management Team committed to excellence and community impact.
• Make a meaningful contribution to the Islamic and personal development of young Muslims in the UK.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role: