Assistant Headteacher 

    Salary: Leadership points 1 - 5 (£49,780 - £54,936)

           Required for: September 2025

We wish to appoint a highly motivated, inspiring and enthusiastic teacher to work in partnership with the Deputy Headteacher and Head of School, to provide strategic direction and development of teaching and learning across the school. 

 If appointed, you will be responsible and accountable for the following areas:

• EYFS / KS1 Leader (including assessment and transition)
• Personalised Learning Leader - Early Help, SEND, CLA, Boys / Girls, PPG (oversee / support APS teachers), EAL / INA, Healthcare Plans (medical conditions)
• DDSL
• Subject Leader
• Behaviour
• Class teacher

You will ensure that the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning is maintained. You will also be a member of the Senior Leadership Team. You will be a talented and innovative classroom practitioner and be able to demonstrate experience of strong leadership and management within a primary school with a commitment to high expectations and high standards.

The interview day will comprise of two stages:

(1) Lesson observation (further shortlisting will then take place)

(2) Formal interview and unseen presentation for successful candidates

Lostock Primary School is part of Leverhulme Trust. We believe that nurturing and supporting staff in teamwork and collaboration is essential if we are to provide the highest standard of education for all students within the Trust. A full information pack which includes the job description and person specification is on the Leverhulme Trust website.

To apply, please click on the “Apply Now” green button on the advert, and register for an account on MyNewTerm to complete our online application form.  

Closing date: by 9:00am on Friday, 25^th April 2025

The Trust is committed to safer recruitment and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service clearance. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.