Headteacher

inploi; Salford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Salford is seeking an ambitious Headteacher to guide the school's vision and enhance the learning environment. The ideal candidate will inspire a love for learning, foster a culture of collaboration, and lead a dedicated team towards achieving the best outcomes for each child. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of the school while ensuring a high-quality education in a supportive community. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare is essential.

Benefits

Inclusive work culture

Supportive governing body

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Headteacher, preferably in a Church of England Primary school.
• Ability to inspire staff and students towards a common vision.
• Strong understanding of educational practices and child development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school with a focus on student well-being and academic achievement.
• Promote the school's ethos and values within the community.
• Develop and sustain a creative learning culture across the school.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Motivation

Innovation

Collaboration

Education

Qualified teacher status

Job description

Commencement date: This post is to commence 1st May 2026

The Wardley Way

With the retirement of our very successful and well respected Headteacher, Wardley C.E Primary School in Salford is looking to welcome a new dynamic lead to help continue our journey.

Wardley C.E Primary School is a hub of learning, collaboration, and aspiration. We have cultivated an environment where every child's potential is nurtured and encouraged to the full, every family's aspirations are supported, and every staff member's contribution is valued.

Our ethos is built upon teamwork towards fulfilling our Wardley Way. Our dedicated staff, supportive parents, and committed Governors work together, ensuring that each child is empowered to achieve all things. As we start on this journey to find our next Headteacher, we invite candidates who share our passion for education and our unwavering commitment to the success and well-being of every child.

We would like someone who will:

• be an ambitious Headteacher: who will enthusiastically promote and uphold our school vision; who understands how to be a leader in a Church of England Primary school; who embraces our school ethos and vision, and who will engage and encourage a love for learning and achievement within the school and its community.
• be a proactive and inspirational leader who can share and clearly communicate their ambitions for the long-term future and development of the school.
• be a positive role model, with the ability to motivate children and staff alike, inspiring all to reach their full potential.
• further a culture of collaboration and personal development with high regard for staff support, wellbeing and resilience.
• be an innovative Headteacher who recognises the added value and benefit of opportunities outside the classroom, developing life skills and an understanding of the modern world, whilst achieving the best possible outcomes for each and every child through creative teaching and learning.
• continue to develop and sustain a creative, forward-thinking and inclusive learning culture for all across our school

We can offer:

• Pupils who enjoy school because staff care for them
• A calm and orderly school where pupils are focused and eager to learn
• A school with high expectations
• Staff who are committed and immensely proud to work at the school
• An effective and supportive governing body who make regular visits to the school and who check on progress
• Supportive parents who engage with the school

Visits to our school are positively encouraged. To arrange a visit, this can be done by contacting the school office on Tel: [phone] or email: [e-mail]

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment, and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check.

Shortlisting date: Tuesday 3rd February 2026

Interview date: 10th and 11th February 2026

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Supporting Documents

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