HEADTEACHER

Location

ST MARY'S ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL, CHIPPING
Club Lane , Chipping , Preston , Lancashire , PR3 2QH
Tel: 01995 61367
School website: www.st-marys-chipping.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 46

Information

Due to the upcoming retirement of our current Headteacher, the children, staff and governors of St Mary’s Catholic Primary School are looking to appoint a dedicated and passionate leader to guide our school forward.
Our new headteacher will support all our children in fulfilling their spiritual, physical and academic potential, and will ensure the best possible outcomes for every child. Our small rural Catholic school, set in the beautiful village of Chipping, is proud of our loving, family atmosphere and has strong links with parents, our Parish and the wider community.

What we can offer:

Children who are happy and enthusiastic and are fully engaged with learning across our curriculum. Our children are proud to be part of their loving Catholic school.

An excellent team of professional and dedicated teachers and support staff that work collaboratively to provide our wonderful learning environment.

Active governors who will support the head to help our school continue to grow and flourish, as well as in their own personal development.

Supportive parents, a community environment and a welcoming, caring atmosphere.

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.

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

Proposed Interview Date:

09/10/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact the school.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. For supporting statements please note there is a word limit of 1,300.
Please send completed applications to schoolsrecruitment@lancashire.gov.uk by 12 noon on 26th September 2025.
Please ensure you receive 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.