HEADTEACHER

Location

SEVEN STARS PRIMARY SCHOOL
Peacock Hall Road , Leyland , Preston , Lancashire , PR25 1TD
Tel: 01772 422503
School website: www.seven-stars.lancsngfl.ac.uk
Roll: 229

Information

The pupils, staff and governors of Seven Stars Primary School and Nursery are seeking to appoint an engaging and committed Headteacher to lead the school into its next chapter.
Our new headteacher will have a passion for inclusivity and be dedicated to giving all children the opportunity to grow and learn in our welcoming school.
The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator, a strategic thinker, and a collaborative leader who values and champions the contributions of all stakeholders.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Puts children at the heart of every decision.
• Is motivating and supportive to help staff to achieve their best.
• Is creative and warm with a clear vision.
• Is able to build strong relationships with families and the wider community.
• Is passionate about raising standards for all, ensuring that all children flourish educationally, socially and emotionally.

In return, we offer:

• Curious and remarkable children who love learning.
• A caring, committed team of staff.
• supportive governors, who have a range of skills with which to support the new headteacher
• A newly built school.
• A chance to make a real difference.

Pre-application visits to school are welcomed.

Monday 20th October from 1:30pm
Tuesday 21st October from 1:30pm
Wednesday 22nd October from 1:30pm

The interview dates are 12th and 13th November 2025.

Please contact school, by emailing bursar@seven-stars.lancs.sch.uk, requesting your preferred date, so school knows whom to expect.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, 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:

12/11/2025 

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 1300 words.

Completed applications must be submitted electronically to:schoolsrecruitment@lancashire.gov.uk

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.