Headteacher

Woodland Primary Academy, Bolton, Lancashire, BL5 2NJ

24 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  12 April 2027

• Closing date

  5 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  12 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £63,688.00 - £86,796.00 Annually (FTE)

Headteacher job summary

Lead a School Where Every Child Flourishes:

Are you an ambitious and compassionate leader ready to make a lasting difference?

Woodland Primary Academy, part of THE QUILL C OF E TRUST, is seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead our vibrant and inclusive primary school into its next phase of development. This is a unique opportunity to build upon strong foundations, strengthen our specialist SEND provision and further establish Woodland as the school of choice for families in the local community.

At Woodland, our vision is simple but powerful: "Empowering Every Child to Flourish." We believe every child deserves the very best start in life, delivered through a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where aspirations are high and success is celebrated.

About Our School:

Woodland Primary Academy is a welcoming primary academy located in Westhoughton, Bolton, serving children aged 5-11. The school currently has approximately 170 pupils on roll and capacity for further growth. Woodland also benefits from two specialist SEN Units, supporting pupils with a diverse range of needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Speech, Language and Communication Needs, Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs and Moderate Learning Difficulties.

As part of THE QUILL C OF E TRUST, Woodland benefits from strong collaboration, professional development opportunities and access to a network of school improvement expertise, whilst maintaining its own distinctive identity and commitment to the community it serves.

We are seeking a leader who:

• Shares our unwavering belief that every child can succeed.
• Has a proven track record of driving school improvement and securing excellent outcomes.
• Can further develop and lead excellent inclusive practice across both mainstream and specialist provision.
• Understands the strategic leadership of SEND and has experience of working effectively with pupils with a wide range of additional needs.
• Can build strong partnerships with families, the local community, the Local Authority and external agencies.
• Has the vision and commercial awareness to strengthen the school's profile and increase pupil admissions.
• Will inspire, support and develop staff to achieve the highest standards of teaching, learning and care.
• Is committed to collaborative leadership and partnership working across the Trust.

The successful candidate will:

• Lead Excellence in Education
• Develop a culture where every child experiences a high-quality education, achieves strong outcomes and develops a lifelong love of learning.
• Champion Inclusion
• Strengthen and further develop Woodland's specialist SEND provision, ensuring exceptional support and outcomes for pupils accessing the SEN Unit and for all children with additional needs.
• Grow the School
• Work with the Trust and wider community to enhance Woodland's reputation, increase pupil numbers and ensure the school continues to thrive sustainably for future generations.
• Develop People
• Create an environment where staff are supported, challenged and empowered to deliver the very best for children every day.

We Are Looking For:

An experienced senior leader with:

• Qualified Teacher Status.
• Successful leadership experience in a primary setting.
• A proven record of improving standards and outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, EHCP processes and inclusive practice.
• Experience of leading or strategically developing specialist SEND provision, resource bases or specialist units.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to inspire confidence amongst pupils, staff, parents, governors and stakeholders.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• The drive and determination to develop Woodland as a leading inclusive primary Academy.

We Can Offer:

• Enthusiastic, caring and hardworking pupils.
• A dedicated and committed staff team.
• Thriving specialist SEND provisions with opportunities for further development.
• Supportive Trust leadership and governance.
• Access to a wide range of professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative Trust culture built on shared values and ambition.
• The opportunity to shape the future of a growing and ambitious school.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a school with a clear vision, a strong commitment to inclusion and significant potential for growth.

If you are a strategic, inspirational and values-driven leader who believes in empowering every child to flourish, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Safeguarding Statement

THE QUILL C OF E TRUST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

School Visits

School visits and informal discussions are warmly welcomed. We encourage prospective candidates to experience first-hand the culture, community and opportunities that make Woodland Primary Academy such a special place to lead.

Contact Details: Sarah Rostron, rostrons@thequillcofetrust.org, 01204 323364 to arrange visits or an informal discussion

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

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Woodland Primary Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 170 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Woodland Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/washacre-primary-academy

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