HEADTEACHER

Location

ASHTON PRIMARY SCHOOL
Ainsdale Drive , Ashton , Preston , Lancashire , PR2 1TU
Tel: 01772 728052
School website: www.ashton.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 210

Information

The governors of Ashton Primary school wish to appoint an outstanding and highly motivated Headteacher who will work in close partnership with governors and the Senior Leadership Team, taking a pivotal role in leading our school forward.

Our new Headteacher will:

Continue to make learning a happy experience for every child, value every child, and strive to ensure both pupils and staff have high aspirations for achievement;

Be a positive role model, with the ability to motivate our children and staff alike, inspiring all to reach their full potential;

Continue the well-established strong relationships with our children, staff, parents, and governors

Continue to develop strong relationships with the local community, making our school the first choice for parents in the area;

Demonstrate strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to further develop the leadership team and

Demonstrate drive, experience and creativity to build on our current high standards of teaching, through continuous school improvement.

We can offer you:

A spacious school building set in extensive grounds;

Committed and enthusiastic staff, dedicated to bringing out the full potential of each child;

Children who are happy, well-behaved, valued and self-motivated and

A supportive Governing Body and parents.

Applications are welcome from both existing Headteachers and Deputy / Assistant Headteachers (or equivalent). If you are ready for this challenge, we want to hear from you.  The best way to learn more about us is by coming to see us during the school day.  For further details, or to arrange a visit, please ring the school (01772 728052) to speak to the Headteacher, Mrs Louise Craig.

Application packs can be accessed online. Please email applications to: bursar@ashton.lancs.sch.uk

Ashton Primary School is committed to promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check, will be subject to receipt of suitable references, and qualifications and identity checks.

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.

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..

More Information can be found at http://www.ashton.lancs.sch.uk/

Essential Qualifications

Qualified teacher status.

Degree.

Desirable Qualifications

Evidence of recent and appropriate professional development for the role of headteacher.

Up to date safeguarding training and knowledge of legislation for the protection of young people.

Essential Experience

Please see attached Welcome Letter / Application Pack for full details.

Desirable Experience

An understanding of strategic financial planning in relation to its contribution to school improvement and pupil achievement.

Experience of teaching in more than one school.

Proposed Interview Date:

23/05/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

For further details, or to arrange a visit, please ring the school (01772 728052) to speak to the Headteacher, Mrs Louise Craig.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Please return Application Forms to the Bursar at bursar@ashton.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.