HEADTEACHER

Location

NEW LONGTON ALL SAINTS' CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Hugh Barn Lane , New Longton , Preston , Lancashire , PR4 4XA
Tel: 01772 613470
School website: www.newlongton.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 218

Information

The Governors of New Longton All Saints’ CE Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational, dynamic and aspirational Headteacher from January 2026. Our school is caring, family-oriented, supportive and inclusive: a spiritually enriched community where our Christian ethos is central to all that we do. Following our existing Headteacher’s promotion after 8 years of stable leadership, we are seeking to appoint a new Headteacher who will work with the governors to shape the strategic direction of the school, who aspires to take our school forward, and recognise and cherish the unique ethos of New Longton All Saints’. Our new Headteacher will lead a flourishing team that works together to support all our children, families and staff in line with our school’s vision:

At New Longton All Saints’, we will be guided by God’s light, ensuring our Christian values inform our approach to all areas of school life. Our children will experience a richly rewarding school life, at the heart of the local community, through a varied curriculum and a range of enrichening extracurricular activities. Our children will enjoy time at school, becoming socially intelligent, emotionally mature, and mentally resilient. Our children will excel in pursuing their passions and deepening their skills, through the provision of excellent and well-resourced and supported teaching.

Applications are invited from Leaders with exceptional leadership experience.

The successful candidate will:
• Be a practising Christian who can nurture faith and spirituality and take the lead role in providing inspirational Christian education, based on our shared values.
• Be a champion of inclusion, aspiration, diversity, equality and well-being for all our pupils, staff and the community we serve.
• Be passionate in promoting a clear child-centred vision and ensuring children flourish holistically and academically.

Governors are seeking someone who:
• Can demonstrate a proven track record of providing inspirational, strategic and professional leadership.
• Is passionately committed to safeguarding and the welfare and wellbeing of children and staff.
• Will be an enthusiastic and knowledgeable servant leader, with a strong commitment to working in partnership with parents, community and parish.
• Will lead the team in the school to support our children in flourishing.
• Will work hard to ensure that every child is supported and challenged to maximise their potential, aligning with our vision and ethos.

We can offer the successful candidate:
• An effective working relationship with a welcoming, supportive church community.
• Well behaved, respectful and enthusiastic children who thrive in our positive family environment.
• Work colleagues who are hardworking, supportive of one another and committed to ensuring that every child’s wellbeing and safety is a priority.
• Engaging parents who support the school and their children’s learning.
• Strategic governors who are committed to school self-evaluation.
• An active, thriving PTFA.
• An attractive working environment and well-maintained premises that enjoy the benefits of extended facilities.
• Excellent opportunities for further professional development.
• Strong links with Axia Learning Alliance and with the wider WRIST Cluster of schools.
• Excellent Ofsted and SIAMS reports, highlighting areas of strength and for improvement.

Application packs are available from the LCC teacher vacancies website, through the DfE Teaching Jobs site, or direct from the school office.

Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches.

Interview dates: Monday 7th July & Tuesday 8th July 2025

Proposed Interview Date:

08/07/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

We warmly welcome and encourage applicants to visit our school, please contact the School Office for more information.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Completed applications should be addressed to Mr D. Cleary and sent to schoolsrecruitment@lancashire.gov.uk.
Please note we do not accept CVs or applications from recruitment agencies. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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