HEADTEACHER

Location

WHALLEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Church Lane , Whalley , Clitheroe , BB7 9SY
Tel: 01254 823348
School website: www.whalleyceprimary.co.uk
Roll: 315

Information

Are you a dynamic, inspirational and innovative leader with a passion for high quality inclusive education? If so, Whalley Church of England Primary School Governing Body would love to hear from you.
We are a large village school with a caring and supportive community, located within the beautiful village of Whalley in the Ribble Valley.

We are looking for a headteacher who will:
– Be a practising Christian who is committed to promoting and enriching the Christian values of our school
– Lead by example with integrity and high expectations for all
– Build upon our existing strengths and continue to drive high standards
– Champion every child and ensure all pupils are supported to reach their full potential
– Work collaboratively with the Governing Body, staff, parents and wider community to maintain strong relationships
– Have a clear strategic vision that drives the school forward

In return we offer:
– A calm, respectful and welcoming school with children who have a love for learning
– A highly supportive and effective Governing Body
– Staff who are skilled and committed to pupils' success
– Strong parental support and a very active PTA (Friends of Whalley School)
– A commitment to your professional development and growth

Closing date: 12 noon on 25th September 2026
Interviews: 5th and 6th November

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:

06/11/2026 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact Kathryn Wilkinson (Business Manager) on 01254 823348 or by email at k.wilkinson@whalley.lancs.sch.uk 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 4 sides of A4, font size 12.
Please send completed applications to schoolsrecruitment@lancashire.gov.uk by 12 noon on
25 September 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.