Headteacher

Woolmer Hill School; Millom; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

St. James Catholic Primary School invites applications for the post of Headteacher to guide our popular, caring school and its community. The appointed leader will shape vision, work with governors and parish, and inspire pupils and staff to excel.

The role requires a practising Catholic with strong leadership, safeguarding commitment, and a passion for raising achievement through collaborative, high-quality teaching. August 2026 start for an exciting new chapter.

Qualifications

• Committed practising Catholic with clear vision
• Proven leadership skills and impact on pupil achievement
• Inspires staff and pupils, builds strong relationships with parents, governors and parish
• Raises aspirations and achievement through challenge and support
• Secures high-quality teaching and learning for long-term improvement
• Upholds safeguarding and welfare standards

Responsibilities

• Lead as Headteacher and implement the school's strategic plan
• Strengthen Catholic ethos and community partnerships with families and parish
• Coach staff, monitor progress and drive school improvement
• Safeguard pupils and ensure wellbeing across the school

Skills

Leadership

Catholic ethos

Staff motivation

Safeguarding

Community engagement

Job description

• Be a committed practising Catholic with a clear vision and strong dedication to Catholic education.
• Demonstrate proven leadership skills and a passion for making a difference in children's lives.
• Inspire, motivate, and support staff and pupils, while fostering positive relationships with parents, governors, parish, and the wider community.
• Continue to raise aspirations and achievement through challenge and support.
• Secure and sustain high-quality teaching and learning, with a focus on long-term improvement.
• Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and welfare for pupils and staff.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• Enthusiastic and motivated pupils who are proud of their school.
• A welcoming and caring ethos rooted in the Catholic faith.
• A dedicated and talented staff team, committed to working in partnership with families.

We, the Governors of St. James Catholic Primary School, wish to invite applications for the post of Headteacher, following the retirement of our current, long standing Headteacher in August 2026. This will provide an excellent opportunity for a practising Catholic leader to guide our popular, well loved, school and its community in its next chapter.