Headteacher
| Posting date: | 20 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 April 2026 |
| Location: | Manchester, M28 0ZA |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | f1c4ac48-fbcb-4a66-b2f6-1a7f52f7cd48 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
St Andrew’s Methodist Primary School is a thriving, inclusive, and high-achieving school with a strong Christian foundation. Following the retirement of our long-standing Headteacher, we are seeking an inspirational leader from September 2026 to continue our journey of excellence and nurture our vision: “Striving together for excellence, together as one with God.”
Our school is proud of its Outstanding Ofsted rating (2024) and Excellent SIAMS judgement, reflecting our commitment to academic success, spiritual growth, and the wellbeing of every child. We provide a rich, creative curriculum and a caring environment where pupils flourish as confident, respectful, and resilient learners.
We are looking for a Headteacher who:
• Has a proven track record of successful leadership and school improvement
• Will uphold and promote our Christian vision and values
• Is passionate about inclusion and the wellbeing of all pupils
• Can inspire, motivate, and develop a dedicated staff team
• Is strategic, innovative, and committed to partnership with families and the community
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
• A welcoming, supportive school community
• Enthusiastic pupils who love learning
• A highly skilled and committed staff team
• Strong governance and links with the Methodist Church
• Opportunities for professional growth and collaboration
Join us in leading a school where every child is valued and inspired to achieve their full potential.
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged.To arrange a visit, please contact Louise Bews, School Business Manager, at the school on 0161 790 3194 or emaillouise.bews@st-andrews.salford.sch.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
St Andrew’s Methodist Primary School is a thriving, inclusive, and high-achieving school with a strong Christian foundation. Following the retirement of our long-standing Headteacher, we are seeking an inspirational leader from September 2026 to continue our journey of excellence and nurture our vision: “Striving together for excellence, together as one with God.”
Our school is proud of its Outstanding Ofsted rating (2024) and Excellent SIAMS judgement, reflecting our commitment to academic success, spiritual growth, and the wellbeing of every child. We provide a rich, creative curriculum and a caring environment where pupils flourish as confident, respectful, and resilient learners.
We are looking for a Headteacher who:
• Has a proven track record of successful leadership and school improvement
• Will uphold and promote our Christian vision and values
• Is passionate about inclusion and the wellbeing of all pupils
• Can inspire, motivate, and develop a dedicated staff team
• Is strategic, innovative, and committed to partnership with families and the community
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
• A welcoming, supportive school community
• Enthusiastic pupils who love learning
• A highly skilled and committed staff team
• Strong governance and links with the Methodist Church
• Opportunities for professional growth and collaboration
Join us in leading a school where every child is valued and inspired to achieve their full potential.
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged.To arrange a visit, please contact Louise Bews, School Business Manager, at the school on 0161 790 3194 or emaillouise.bews@st-andrews.salford.sch.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.