Head Teacher

St George's CofE Primary School, Bolton, Lancashire, BL5 2FB

36 days remaining to apply

Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
9 January 2025 at 9am
Date listed
2 December 2024

Job details

Job role: Headteacher
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Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Pay scale: L15 - L21a

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governors of St. George’s CofE Primary, a good, fully inclusive school are seeking to appoint an inspirational leader who will embrace both the current strengths of the school the challenges of the future through their vision, drive and ambition.

What the school offers its staff

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a successful school. We offer high levels of support, committed Governors, hardworking staff and well-behaved children who have a love of learning. In return, you should offer a solid track record of leadership, management and organisation, as well as excellent communication skills. Above all, you must be willing to become part of the life of the school and wider community, interacting directly with the children to nurture both our warm, caring atmosphere and our high standards.

Further details about the role

Jesus colours our love, our life, our learning’

"Pupils enjoy school. Pupils feel happy and safe in school. They know that teachers expect them to behave well and they appreciate the rewards that they receive for good behaviour.” Ofsted December 2021

"Leaders and governors have ensured that teachers are trained appropriately. Staff feel supported by leaders.” Ofsted December 2021

Head Teacher

Group 2 – ISR 10 NOR 289

Salary range L15-21A

Required for September 2025

Informal visits are encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please contact Georgina James via email using jamesg@st-georges.bolton.sch.uk to arrange a visit.

School Website: https://www.st-georges.bolton.sch.uk/

Please email your completed application form and a supporting statement to sam.tremblen@bolton.gov.uk Interim HR Lead, Children’s Services and Schools, Bolton Council.

Timelines:

Closing date for applications is: 9th January 2025 at 10:00am
Shortlisting will be on: 17th January 2025
Assessment and Observation: 13th February 2025
Interviews will take place on: 14th February 2025

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service.