HEADTEACHER

Location

MOSS SIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Paradise Lane , Leyland , Preston , Lancashire , PR26 7ST
Tel: 01772 432048
School website: mossside.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 252

Information

The Governing Board of Moss Side Primary School is seeking to appoint an experienced, confident and resilient Headteacher to lead the school forward.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• proven experience at senior leadership level within a primary setting;
• strong strategic, organisational and people management skills;
• the ability to delegate effectively and develop staff capacity;
• confidence in managing challenge and change;
• a commitment to working constructively with parents, the wider community and governors.

Teaching credibility and a secure understanding of the primary curriculum are essential; however, the Governing Board places particular emphasis on effective school leadership and management.

This is an opportunity for a skilled leader to shape the future direction of Moss Side Primary School in partnership with staff, pupils and governors.

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:

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 page limit of 3 sides of A4.
Please send completed applications to schoolsrecruitment@lancashire.gov.uk by 12 noon on
14 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.