Headteacher

inploi; Stockport; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Stockport seeks an inspirational Headteacher to lead the school community starting September 2026. This role involves nurturing a positive educational environment and working with parents and staff to enhance children's learning experiences. The successful candidate will be expected to uphold high standards and inspire students and staff alike. Applications should follow the provided format and are due by November 16, 2025.

Benefits

Supportive parent community

Motivated pupils

Talented staff

Responsibilities

• Lead the school strategically to maintain and enhance educational offerings.
• Create a nurturing environment where every child feels a sense of belonging.
• Work collaboratively with parents and the school community.

Skills

Passionate about education

Excellent communication

Ability to inspire and motivate

High expectations for students

Job description

Pownall Green Primary School
Bramhall Lane South
Bramhall
Stockport
SK7 2EB
Tel: [phone]
https://pownallgreen.co.uk/

Headteacher

Pay Range L18 to L24

Required for September 2026

As our headteacher is taking early retirement at the end of this academic year, the pupils and governors of Pownall Green Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated person to lead our school community. We are looking for someone to share our vision in continuing to build upon the achievements of this happy and successful school. With the support of an excellent dedicated staff team and hardworking motivated pupils, this represents a wonderful opportunity for an inspirational leader to take our school forward.

We are looking for a Headteacher who:

• is passionate about making a difference to the lives of children through education and wider opportunities
• values all pupils as individuals and can create an environment where every child has a sense of belonging
• can nurture, inspire, challenge and motivate pupils and staff alike
• is an excellent communicator who is able to work in partnership with parents, our school community and beyond
• has high expectations
• will lead the school strategically to maintain and strengthen our current educational offer

In return we can offer you:

• a warm and welcoming school community with supportive parents
• motivated pupils who demonstrate positive attitudes towards learning and behaviour
• dedicated, talented and hardworking staff who are fully committed to further developing the life of the school
• an effective and active governing body

A tour of the school can be arranged by emailing [e-mail]

Closing date and interview schedule

Closing date: Sunday 16th November 2025 at midnight
Shortlisting: Week Beginning 17th November 2025
Interviews: Thursday 27th November and Friday 28th November 2025

Application process

Applications must be completed on the application form provided, as a word document only, and submitted electronically to [e-mail]

Pownall Green Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to complete a Disqualification Declaration. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate pre-employment checks which will include references from previous employers, confirmation of the right to work in the UK and appropriate DBS and prohibition checks.

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