Headteacher

The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 2BT

42 days remaining to apply

Start date details
1st January 2026
Closing date
15 September 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
11 July 2025

Job details

Job role: Headteacher
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary: £70,293.00 - £81,441.00 Annually (Actual)

Headteacher job summary

Thank you for showing an interest in our headteacher appointment. Due to the retirement of our inspirational and successful headteacher, the governors are looking for a committed, enthusiastic headteacher who will continue to drive forwards our nurturing and caring, happy school. The Willows Catholic Primary School is an outstanding school, judged both by Ofsted and Catholic Schools Inspectorate, rooted firmly in the teachings of Jesus Christ. Our mission statement, ‘God loves me, God loves everyone’ is lived out by pupils and staff who thrive and flourish at our school. The Willows Catholic Primary School is an oversubscribed, popular school that is central to the Parish of the Holy Cross, serving the villages of Kirkham and Wesham. Parental links are very strong and our hardworking, dedicated team of staff and governors ensure the pupils’ wellbeing and development underpin all school decisions.

We have recently joined the Blessed Edward Bamber multi academy trust and the successful candidate must be able to continue the growth of the collaborative, faith-filled direction as part of our Catholic schools’ family.

We are looking for a leader who demonstrates strategic thinking and planning that builds, communicates and carries forward a coherent and shared vision for the Catholic ethos of the school. Our new headteacher will continue the fantastic work put in place by the current headteacher and drive forward our outstanding provision; being a strong and committed leader modelling the highest standards for our extremely hardworking and dedicated staff team.

The Governing Body are committed to supporting our new headteacher to deliver excellence in all areas of school life. We offer a warm, caring and welcoming environment with committed staff, engaged parents and carers, encouraging governors and, most of all, receptive children who want to learn and succeed.

We would like to thank you again for your interest in the post and we look forward to receiving your application.

Please refer to the application pack for the job description and person specification.

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:
DBS
Medical clearance
Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, online search be carried out.
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.

Closing date for applications: Monday 15th September 2025 - midday
Shortlisting date: Thursday 18th September 2025
Interview date: Monday 29th / Tuesday 30th September 2025

Post Details:
Salary: Leadership Scale L15 to L21
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Required: 1st January 2026

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:
● DBS
● Medical clearance
● Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
● Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
● A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
● In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, online search be carried out.
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.