Headteacher

Lowton West Primary School

Slag Lane

Lowton

Warrington

WA3 2ED

Salary: Leadership Pay Scale L18 - L24

Full Time

Required for 1st September 2026

Lowton West Primary School is seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead our popular, over-subscribed and high-achieving school which is at the heart of our local community. This opportunity arises as our much loved and highly respected Headteacher leaves us after many years of dedicated service.

Lowton West prides itself on having an inclusive, warm and welcoming environment where children feel happy, safe and secure, and where a genuine love of learning grows. The school is committed to nurturing the whole child and recognising individual strengths. Its carefully designed curriculum promotes academic achievement while offering rich, creative and varied learning experiences. Personal development is a key focus and runs as a continuous thread throughout the curriculum, from Early Years through to Year 6, supporting children to grow into confident, well-rounded individuals.

The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate a passion for education and a commitment to improving the life chances of all children.
• Build on the work of the retiring Headteacher, with a proven track record of successful senior leadership in a primary school setting, raise standards and achieve excellent academic outcomes for all children.
• Be an excellent communicator, able to build strong relationships with children, staff, parents and the wider community.
• Lead curriculum development and inspire continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
• Embody the values and vision of Lowton West Primary School.
• Manage resources effectively to meet the needs of all children, maintaining a well-equipped and stimulating learning environment.
• Further build a culture of continuous professional development providing guidance, mentorship and opportunities for growth to all staff members.

We can offer you:

• Happy and enthusiastic children who love learning.
• A popular, over-subscribed school with a welcoming, caring atmosphere and ethos.
• A dedicated and caring staff team committed to academic and personal development.
• Strong business and financial support from our experienced School Business Manager.
• A wide and creative curriculum with exciting learning experiences.
• Strong links with our community, parents and carers.
• Strong governance and collaboration within local networks.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Support for your wellbeing to ensure your success as a leader.

Children are at the heart of everything we do at Lowton West; our children have said they would like their new Headteacher to:

• Be helpful, caring and kind.
• Be inspirational and imaginative.
• Be responsible.
• Make us feel safe.
• Be supportive and encouraging and to be an excellent role model.
• Be respectful and honest.
• Be resilient.
• Be joyful.
• Be welcoming and create a happy school environment.
• Listen to pupil voice.

If you wish to visit us at Lowton West and tour the school, please contact the school office on 01942 724865 or e-mail enquiries@admin.lowtonwest.wigan.sch.uk to book an appointment on either 12th, 13th or 26th February at 9.15am.

If you feel this may be the career opportunity you are looking for, application packs are available from and returnable to michelle.foster@wigan.gov.uk or to Michelle Foster, Clerk to the Selection Panel, Governor Services, 2nd Floor, Life Centre South, College Avenue, Wigan WN1 1NZ.

Lowton West Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulation and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

As part of the shortlisting process, online searches will be carried out on shortlisted candidates in accordance with the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Closing date for applications: Midnight on Thursday 5th March 2026

Shortlisting: Monday 16th March 2026

Interview days: Tuesday 21st and Wednesday 22nd April 2026

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding

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