HEADTEACHER

Location

BURSCOUGH LORDSGATE TOWNSHIP CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Lordsgate Drive , Burscough , Ormskirk , L40 7RS
Tel: 01704 892374
School website: www.lordsgateschool.co.uk
Roll: 191

Information

Are you an inspirational, values driven leader with the vision, warmth and determination to make a real impact? Lordsgate Township Church of England Primary School in Burscough, is seeking to appoint an exceptional Headteacher following the retirement of our current Headteacher.

We are looking for a passionate and committed leader to support our school community on their journey in God’s love and learning. You will build on our school’s strong Christian foundation and our well-established reputation for inclusive educational excellence, fostering a nurturing environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.

You will have the knowledge, experience and resilience to drive improvement throughout the school, with the interpersonal skills to motivate others and lead our team. You will be committed to providing a rich and engaging curriculum and promoting an inclusive ‘can do’ culture where all can flourish.

We are looking for a committed Christian Headteacher who will:
• Have a child-centred approach, supporting families to enable children to thrive.
• Have significant leadership experience, together with a proven record of delivering inclusive educational excellence and leading school improvement.
• Embrace the opportunity to inspire, shape and lead the wider school team forward, by living out our Christian values and vision.
• Drive our staff’s continuing professional development, encouraging excellence and high standards.
• Maximise the potential of our facilities to provide a stimulating, inclusive learning environment by utilising evidence-based research.
• Build on the strong and positive relationship that the school has with all stakeholders, including our local Church.
• Partner with the Governing Body to deliver positive change.
• Continue to promote positive engagement with parents, children, and families to ensure the school remains at the heart of the local community.

Timeline:
Closing date: 12:00, Monday, 23rd February 2026
Shortlisting: Tuesday 3rd March 2026
Interview: Thursday 12th & Friday 13th March 2026

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:

TBA 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

Visits will take place on:
• Tuesday 3rd February 2026 at 16:00
• Tuesday 10th February 2026 at 09:30
• Wednesday 11th February 2026 at 13:20

Please contact Carla Willis on C.Willis@Lordsgate.lancs.sch.uk or 01704 892374 to make an appointment.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. For supporting statements please note there is a page limit of 3 sides Arial Font Size 11. Please send completed applications to schoolsrecruitment@lancashire.gov.uk by 12 noon on 23 February 2026.
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.