ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER

Location

DALTON ST MICHAEL'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Higher Lane , Dalton , Wigan , WN8 7RP
Tel: 01257 462082
School website: www.dalton-stmichaels.co.uk
Roll: 64

Information

The Governors of Dalton St Michael's Primary School are seeking to appoint a motivated, passionate and caring Assistant Headteacher from September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is ready to move to the next stage of their career and further develop their professional skills.

As a class-based teacher, the successful applicant is likely to be based in a mixed age upper Key Stage 2 class initially. The successful applicant will have a proven track record as a highly effective classroom practitioner and will be equipped to support and develop the school's Christian ethos and Church of England school distinctiveness.
As our Assistant Headteacher, the successful applicant will play a key role in ensuring the effective implementation of our school curriculum, working closely with subject leaders to monitor teaching and learning. You will also work with the HT to develop and embed assessment practices in order to monitor the impact of the curriculum for all children.

The Governing Body of this small, rural Church of England Primary School are seeking someone who:

Is an excellent classroom practitioner and inspires the best from every child.

Is committed to safeguarding the welfare and wellbeing of children, staff and visitors.

Is a team player who will work closely with all team members to continue developing this rural school.

Recognises the challenges and opportunities presented in our wonderful school.

Is ambitious in their own personal development and can inspire others.

We will offer you:

Opportunities to develop your own leadership skills.

An opportunity to gain management experience across all three key stages in our school.

A happy working environment in a small rural setting with a great team, fabulous pupils and supportive GB and parents.

Dedicated management time.

The chance to be part of the next exciting chapter in the journey of Dalton St Michael's Primary School.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, 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.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Proposed Interview Date:

26/03/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Prospective candidates are invited to visit the school to find out more about who we are and what we can offer. Please telephone the school office to make an appointment.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application Form attached. Please note for the supporting statement it can be no more than 3 sides of A4 - Arial font, size 11.
Please send completed applications to schoolsrecruitment@lancashire.gov.uk; please check that you have received an automated acknowledgement that your application has been received.

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