Headteacher

TN United Kingdom; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant Church of England school in Rochdale seeks an exceptional Headteacher to lead with authenticity and compassion. The role involves championing high expectations, driving school improvement, and fostering strong community relationships. Join us at an exciting time as we academise and collaborate with The Bishop Fraser Trust.

Benefits

Opportunities for continued professional development

Strong community support

Collaborative team of staff and governors

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successful leadership and school improvement.
• Ability to drive continuous school improvement while maintaining a caring ethos.

Responsibilities

• Champion high expectations for all pupils and staff.
• Inspire excellence in teaching and learning, enabling every child to flourish.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and governors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Compassion

Job description

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REQUIRED SEPTEMBER 2025 OR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE THEREAFTER

St Margaret’s is a warm, inclusive and vibrant school at the heart of our local community. We are proud to be a Church of England school where Christian values are lived out every day, and where children are encouraged to grow academically, socially and spiritually. Our vision, “A journey of learning, love, laughter and life in all its fullness”, shapes everything we do. It is underpinned by our mission, drawn from Proverbs 22:6: "Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it."

We are looking for a Headteacher who not only understands this mission but can live and lead it with authenticity, energy, and compassion. We seek someone who is kind, caring, firm but fair, and who leads with both heart and high expectations.

We serve a wonderfully diverse community in an area of high socio-economic disadvantage, yet this has never defined or limited us. For many years, we have defied barriers and expectations. This is a school where children thrive because they are seen, supported, challenged, and inspired. We are looking for someone with the drive, skill, and resilience to continue leading our school with the same unwavering belief that all children can flourish.

St Margaret’s is at an exciting point in its journey, as we are currently in the process of academising and will be joining The Bishop Fraser Trust, a family of schools in Greater Manchester that share a common Christian ethos and a commitment to nurturing the whole child. This move will provide new opportunities for collaboration, professional development, and shared expertise across the Trust.

We are seeking an exceptional Headteacher who:

• Will champion high expectations for all pupils and staff
• Can drive continuous school improvement while maintaining our caring ethos
• Will communicate effectively with children, staff, parents, and the wider community
• Has a proven track record of successful leadership and school improvement
• Will inspire excellence in teaching and learning, enabling every child to flourish
• Can lead with wisdom, integrity, and compassion
• Is committed to building strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents, governors, and the parish

In return, we offer:

• A welcoming, inclusive school with happy, engaged pupils
• A committed and collaborative team of staff and governors
• Strong community support
• Opportunities for continued professional development whilst working collaboratively with colleagues and support from The Bishop Fraser Trust and Local authority.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged, with two sessions scheduled for Tuesday, 20th May 2025 at 9:30 am and Tuesday, 3rd June 2025. If you would like to attend either session, please contact [emailprotected].

For more information about our school, please visit our website: www.stmargaretsce.rochdale.sch.uk.

To apply for this opportunity, please complete the application form and return it to [emailprotected]. The Bishop Fraser Trust supports the recruitment process and ensures compliance with privacy notices and data protection requirements.

St Margaret’s Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening, including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

Closing date: Thursday, 5th June 2025 (Midnight)