Headteacher

Wharton Primary School, Salford, Greater Manchester, M38 9XA

20 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Summer Term 2027

• Closing date

  25 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  5 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • 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 Pay Scale L18–L24: £78,702 – £91,158

What skills and experience we're looking for

You will:

• Be a strong, experienced leader with the ability to inspire and motivate others.

• Understand children and know how to foster a genuine love of learning.

• Demonstrate an uncompromising commitment tohigh expectationsfor all pupils, enabling every child to fulfil their potential.

• Understand both the opportunities and challenges of leading an inclusive urban school community.

• Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to lead the whole school community with commitment,clarityand enthusiasm.

• Havea clear visionfor continuous improvement, building on Wharton’s existing strengths and leading the school into the next stage of its development.

• Bring extensive and successful teaching experience within the primary sector.

• Have experience of developing respectful, positive working relationships with staff, whist prioritisingwellbeingand professional support.

• Demonstrate strong organisational andfinancial managementskills, including experience of managing budgets and making decisions.

What the school offers its staff

We offer:

• A creative and inclusive school with a strong sense of community and belonging.

• A supportive governing board and committed parents and pupils who care deeply about the school.

• A caring, supportive working environment.

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.

• A positive staff team committed to the vision and values of both the school and the Trust.

• A Trust that values strong collaboration and has a clear strategic direction committed to inclusion, innovation and continuous improvement and development.

• Employee benefits of salary sacrifice schemes

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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.

HT Wharton Recruitment Information.pdf - 314 KB (opens in new tab)

Headteacher Person Specification.pdf - 239 KB (opens in new tab)

Headteacher Job Description.pdf - 280 KB (opens in new tab)

A Message from the CEO and The Chair of the Local Governing Board.pdf - 329 KB (opens in new tab)

About Wharton Primary School

• School type: Academies, Does not apply, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 371 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Wharton Primary School website
• Email address: abbie.mcnulty@thelinkeducationtrust.co.uk
• Phone number: 0161 560 8180
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wharton-primary-school-salford

Wharton Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive and ambitious primary school serving the Little Hulton community in Salford. Educating children aged 3–11, the school currently serves approximately 371 pupils and operates from a modern site with capacity for around 460 pupils, providing both stability and potential for future growth. 


As part of the The LINK Education Trust, Wharton benefits from the support, collaboration and professional development opportunities that come with being part of a successful and growing family of schools. Across the Trust, all schools are judged Good or Outstanding, creating a culture of shared expertise, high expectations and continuous improvement. 
Wharton serves a richly diverse community and is proud of its inclusive ethos. The school reflects modern Salford, with pupils coming from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Around a quarter of pupils speak English as an additional language, creating a culturally rich learning environment that celebrates diversity and promotes belonging. 


The school's motto, Work Hard, Persevere, Succeed, encapsulates its commitment to developing resilient, confident learners who are equipped to thrive both academically and personally. The school places equal importance on academic achievement, personal development, wellbeing and character. 
Wharton has demonstrated resilience and improvement over time. Following a period of challenge, the school secured a Good judgement from Ofsted, recognising improvements in leadership, teaching and outcomes. This provides a strong platform from which a new Headteacher can shape the next chapter of the school's development. 


The school's recent conversion to academy status as a founder school of The LINK Education Trust (Jan 2024) marks the beginning of an exciting new phase. This presents a unique opportunity for an incoming leader to help define the school's future while benefiting from trust-wide support and collaboration. 
Wharton offers prospective leaders:

•  A committed and experienced staff team dedicated to securing the best outcomes for children. 


•  Strong relationships with families and the wider Little Hulton community. 


•  A well-established nursery provision creating a strong foundation for children's educational journey. 


•  A broad and inclusive curriculum designed to meet the academic, social, emotional and physical needs of every child. 


•  The backing of an ambitious and supportive Trust with a strong track record of school improvement. 


•  A sizeable school population that allows for leadership development and curriculum innovation. 


•  Capacity for future growth and increased community engagement. 

Wharton is seeking a Headteacher who can combine strategic leadership with a genuine commitment to community. This is an opportunity to lead a large primary school with a strong identity, dedicated staff and supportive Trust partners.


The successful candidate will inherit a school with:

•  371 pupils across Nursery to Year 6. 


•  A good reputation within the local community. 


•  Strong Trust support and collaboration. 


•  An established culture of inclusion and care. 


•  The potential to raise aspirations and outcomes further. 


•  The chance to shape the next phase of the school's journey. 

For an ambitious leader, Wharton offers something increasingly rare: the opportunity to make a visible and lasting impact on the lives of hundreds of children while leading a school that sits at the very heart of its community.

Arranging a visit to Wharton Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email abbie.mcnulty@thelinkeducationtrust.co.uk.

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