HEADTEACHER

Location

PARBOLD DOUGLAS CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY
Lancaster Lane , Parbold , Wigan , WN8 7HS
Tel: 01257 462007
School website: www.pda.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 196

Information

Parbold Douglas CE Academy is a thriving one form entry primary school with a strong Christian ethos. There is an independent Nursery on the school premises, operated by the Academy.

Following the recent resignation of our highly successful Headteacher to a second Headship, the Governors are looking for a person who has:

A clear strategic vision for education, founded on strong Christian and educational values.

A passionate commitment to develop learning and excellence for all our children.

The ability to lead, inspire, empower, and motivate all members of the school community to ensure everyone is able to let their light shine (Matthew 5:16).

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

The ability to ensure continued growth in positive relationships with parents and the caring and inclusive ethos within the school.

We can offer you:

A warm and welcoming school with a forward thinking and dedicated team of staff who are committed to ensuring every child is able to excel and achieve.

Supportive parents and school community.

Enthusiastic and friendly pupils eager to learn and do their best.

Continued support for your professional development.

Strong links with the Parish and Diocese.

A supportive and ambitious Governing Board.


For further information about the school, please see the school website (www.pda.lancs.sch.uk).

To request an application pack, please contact the School Business Manager (on 01257 462007 or email sbm@pda.lancs.sch.uk). The Chair of Governors welcomes the opportunity to informally discuss the post with any interested applicants. This can be arranged through the School Business Manager. Visit to the school can also be arranged through the School Business Manager.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 11th January 2024, 12 noon.

The pre-interview day will take place on Tuesday 30th January 2024 with interviews taking place on Wednesday 31st January 2024.

As a school we are committed to safeguarding our children and the successful candidate will be subject to DBS and other relevant employment checks.

Please note, CVs are not accepted. To apply for this vacancy, you need to complete the application form attached, as well as a Letter of Application*, and return to: sbm@pda.lancs.sch.uk or delivery by hand or post to the school by the deadline.

*Further information about the Letter of Application can be found at the end of the Application Form, and within the Person Specification for the post.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Essential Qualifications

Please see the attached Person Specification.

Desirable Qualifications

Please see the attached Person Specification.

Essential Experience

Please see the attached Person Specification.

Desirable Experience

Please see the attached Person Specification.

Proposed Interview Date:

31/01/2024 

For an informal discussion please contact:

The Chair of Governors welcomes the opportunity to informally discuss the post with any interested applicants. This can be arranged through the School Business Manager. Visit to the school can also be arranged through the School Business Manager.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: School Business Manager sbm@pda.lancs.sch.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.