Headteacher

Accrington Benjamin Hargreaves Church of England Primary School has an exciting opportunity for an inspirational Headteacher. The school is on a journey of improvement and is part of the Learning Together Trust family, a strong School Trust with a reputation for excellence. Learning Together Trust has six Primary Schools across Wigan and Lancashire Local Authorities, and Blackburn and Liverpool Dioceses.

Our school vision is:

‘Every child, every day, to learn, to laugh to love and pray. Striving for excellence and enjoyment, this caring school family values and respects each individual. We endeavour to enable all to reach their full potential whilst growing in their love and understanding of the Christian Faith.’

‘Love one another warmly and be eager to show respect for each other.’ Romans 12:10

Our Trust vision is:

‘With God, all things are possible.’ Matthew 19:26

We are looking for a strong and visible leader, with passion, drive, energy and high aspirations for the children, staff and community of Benjamin Hargreaves. The successful candidate will work closely with Trust leaders and Governors to set high expectations and achieve positive outcomes for all.  

The successful candidate will:

·        Be a committed and practising Christian, who leads by the example of Christ.

·        Foster in all children and staff an absolute feeling of belonging, self-worth, high aspiration and independence, alongside the self-belief that there are no limits to what each of them can accomplish.

·        Be a highly effective Team Player, proactively collaborating and connecting with others, generously sharing knowledge and skills.

·        Have an excellent understanding of pedagogy, curriculum and design and assessment strategies across the Primary phase.

·        Be an outstanding classroom practitioner with the ability to share their skills and knowledge to raise standards of teaching and learning.

·        Be committed to developing the wider curriculum and broaden cultural capital beyond the classroom. 

·        Be an outstanding strategic leader able to drive standards and have a positive impact on outcomes, enabling all to flourish.

·        Has a strong understanding of Inclusion and strategies to meet the needs of children with SEND and disadvantaged pupils and families.

·        Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to form strong relationships.

We will offer:

·        Incredible children who love their school and are eager to learn.

·        Highly motivated and dedicated staff who want the best outcomes for the school.

·        Loyal and committed parents and carers.

·        A friendly and hardworking team of Governors.

·        Supportive Diocese, with a national reputation of excellence.

·        A shared commitment to provide the best possible education and life experiences for our children.

If you are an exceptional candidate who shares our vision, and have the skills, experience and abilities to become our Headteacher, then we would very much welcome your application.

Starting point in the pay range to be agreed in line with the successful applicant’s experience and skillset. 

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

Please contact Mrs Rose Crompton (Learning Together Trust Finance and Operations Director) via email bman@saintwilfrids.wigan.sch.uk to make an appointment.

Completed applications should also be emailed to bman@saintwilfrids.wigan.sch.uk