Assistant Headteacher - Safeguarding, Pastoral, Behaviour & Inclusion

Park Primary School, Wallasey, Merseyside, CH44 5RN

49 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  18 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  30 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Leadership 5 - 8 (£57,137 - £61,534)

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Headteacher and Governing Body of Park Primary School are seeking to appoint an exceptional and motivated Assistant Headteacher to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious leader to play a key role in shaping the next stage of our school’s development.

This post is initially non-class based, enabling the successful candidate to have a significant whole-school impact, with a particular focus on safeguarding, pastoral leadership, behaviour and inclusion. As with all leadership roles, responsibilities may vary over time to reflect the evolving needs and priorities of the school.

About the role:

The Assistant Headteacher will:

• Provide strategic leadership as part of a strong and committed senior leadership team;

• Lead and further develop our pastoral systems, behaviour approaches and inclusive practice;

• Champion a positive school culture where all pupils feel safe, supported and ready to learn;

• Work closely with the SENCO, Welfare Lead and wider pastoral team to ensure high-quality support for all pupils;

• Drive improvements in attendance, behaviour, wellbeing and outcomes for vulnerable groups; and

• Maintain oversight of teaching, learning and curriculum across the school.

About you:

We are looking for a leader who:

• Is passionate about inclusion, pastoral care and ensuring every child thrives;

• Has strong knowledge of behaviour systems and strategies that promote positive outcomes;

• Can inspire, motivate and support staff to achieve the highest standards;

• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils;

• Has a proven track record of successful leadership and raising standards in a primary school setting;

• Has a strong track record in embedding and sustaining high-quality curriculum practice, with a deep understanding of teaching and learning that secures excellent outcomes for all pupils; and

• Demonstrates resilience, integrity and a clear moral purpose.

Please see the attached job description and person specification.

Interviews will take place during week commencing Monday 18th May 2026.

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and encouraged on one of the following tours:

• Friday 17th April at 9am

• Monday 20th April at 2pm

• Wednesday 22nd April at 4pm

• Thursday 23rd April at 9am

• Monday 27th April at 9:30am

Please contact our Business Manager, Helen Tickell, on 0151-638-6008 ext. 4 to book a visit.

Application forms and supporting letters detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria within the Person Specification should be emailed to recruitment@park.wirral.sch.uk CVs will not be accepted.

Application forms can be downloaded from Wirral Council website (link below). They can also be accessed by visiting the ‘Vacancies’ section of our website. You can also obtain paper copies by contacting our school office.

Park Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.

Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, as part of our pre-employment due diligence, we will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates. This may include social media websites and video platforms. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process.

What the school offers its staff

About us:

What we offer:

• A proactive and supportive Headteacher and Governing Body, committed to developing all staff;

• A caring, engaged, and proactive school community;

• A superb, well-resourced school environment;

• A strong commitment to your ongoing professional development;

• Enthusiastic, curious children who love to learn; and

• A dedicated and welcoming staff team.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Park_Primary_School_Assistant_Headteacher_M23_26-03-26.pdf - 85.9 KB (opens in new tab)

Park_Primary_Assistant_Headteacher_JD_26-03-26.pdf - 193 KB (opens in new tab)

About Park Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 432 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Park Primary School website
• Email address: recruitment@park.wirral.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01516386008
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/park-primary-school-wallasey

Two form entry LA maintained primary school.

Arranging a visit to Park Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@park.wirral.sch.uk.

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