Headteacher

The Challenge Academy Trust; Warrington; On-site; GBP 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range set on Leadership Scale

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Sick Pay Scheme

TCAT+ benefits and wellbeing platform

CPD via Education Connect and National

Job summary

Dallam Primary School, part of The Challenge Academy Trust, seeks a Headteacher to lead vision, strategy and day-to-day operations, ensuring outstanding provision and inclusive ethos. You will work with staff, families and TCAT to shape the next stage of Dallam's development.

The Headteacher will provide leadership across strategic and operational domains, delivering school improvement, managing performance and upholding a culture of high expectations and inclusion within a supportive Trust

Qualifications

• Has proven track record of senior leadership in a primary setting.
• Demonstrates drive, resilience, integrity and compassionate leadership.
• Passionate about inclusion and raising attainment for every child.
• Clear vision for outstanding primary education.
• Ability to motivate and empower staff within a Trust environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspirational, strategic and operational leadership to ensure continued school improvement and academic excellence.
• Foster a culture of high expectations, equity and aspiration for all.
• Work collaboratively with TCAT and other stakeholders to maximise opportunities for students and staff alike.
• Champion staff development, wellbeing and innovation in teaching and learning.
• Ensure an inclusive, safe and nurturing environment where all students can thrive.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic vision

Stakeholder collaboration

Inclusion focus

Job description

Serving children aged 2 to 11, Dallam is a proud member of The Challenge Academy Trust (TCAT) and is committed to ensuring that every child is nurtured, inspired and empowered to achieve their very best. Our school is built upon strong relationships, high expectations and a deep commitment to inclusion, ensuring every child feels valued, safe, respected and able to succeed. We are looking for a leader who shares our passion for educational excellence and can work alongside our talented staff, engaged families and supportive Trust to shape the next stage of Dallam's development. As Headteacher, you will be the leading professional at the academy, accountable to the Local Governing Challenge Board (LGCB) and the Trust Board. You will provide vision, leadership, and direction, ensuring the academy is managed and organised to meet its aims and ambitions. You will also play a key role in The Challenge Academy Trust's Central Executive Team, contributing to the strategic direction of the trust and collaborating with other Principals and Headteachers to advance educational outcomes.

• Provide inspirational, strategic, and operational leadership to ensure continued school improvement and academic excellence.
• Foster a culture of high expectations, equity, and aspiration for all.
• Work collaboratively with The Challenge Academy Trust (TCAT) and other stakeholders to maximise opportunities for students and staff alike.
• Champion staff development, wellbeing, and innovation in teaching and learning.
• Ensure an inclusive, safe, and nurturing environment where all students can thrive.

Terms and Benefits

• Has a proven track record of successful senior leadership in a primary setting
• Demonstrates drive, resilience, and integrity to lead with conviction and compassion
• Is passionate about inclusion and ensuring every child thrives.
• Has a clear vision for outstanding primary education.
• Can motivate, challenge and empower staff to achieve excellence.
• Builds strong relationships with pupils, families, governors and the wider community.
• Embraces innovation whilst maintaining focus on teaching, learning and achievement.
• Can work effectively within a collaborative Trust environment.
• 1) Salary: Leadership Scale L15 - L21 (£73,105 to £84,699 - subject to 3% uplift).
• 2) Eligible for membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• 3) Occupational Sick Pay Scheme (entitlements based on service).
• 4) Access to TCAT+, our Reward and Wellbeing platform, including access to retailer discounts and benefits, car lease scheme, discounted healthcare cash plan, cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and other online resources to support physical, emotional, professional, financial and social wellbeing.
• 5) Access to a comprehensive CPD framework through 'Education Connect', our professional development arm, and online resources from the National College'.
• 6) An environment where employee health and wellbeing are actively supported and promoted.