Pressures of the job have lead to the resignation of the headteacher at the Peele Community College.
Simon Gilman, who has been head of the school for three years, may return as a business studies teacher in the new year.
In a statement published on the Peele Community College’s website, the board of governors said: “It is with regret the Board of Governors of the Peele Community College have reluctantly accepted Simon Gilman’s resignation as headteacher of Peele.
“The board wishes to thank him for all the hard work and effort he has put into Peele during his time as an assistant head and headteacher over the past ten years.
“Governors would like to express their disappointment that an honourable and good man has felt the need to resign his position because of the pressures of being a headteacher in this modern day and age.
“Both Simon and the board would like to clarify that this was Simon’s decision and his alone; but the board fully understands and supports his reasons for doing so.
“On a positive, the board can report they are in negotiations for his return as teacher of business in the New Year.
“We look forward to his possible return so that he can continue with his impeccable track record of results.
“In the interim Elizabeth Smith, deputy headteacher, will be leading Peele.”
Mr Gilman took over as acting head in May 2012, following the departure of Ian Charles. He was officially appointed headteacher in January 2013.
