Head Teacher

HEAD TEACHER
Required for September 2026
Group Size: 3
ISR Range 13: L18A-L24A (£77,924.00)-L24A (£90,255.00)

Introduction
The Governing Board of Pikes Lane Primary School are seeking to appoint a committed, principled
and strategic Headteacher to lead our school into its next phase of development.

Pikes Lane is a diverse and inclusive school at the heart of our community. Our children are
enthusiastic, resilient and proud of their school. Our staff are dedicated and hardworking. Our
Governors are ambitious for the future and clear about the importance of strong leadership, high
standards and accountability.

This appointment marks an important moment for the school. We are looking for a leader who will
build on existing strengths, provide clarity and stability, and work in partnership with staff and governors to ensure every child thrives.

The Governing Board are looking for a Headteacher who will:

• Place the quality of education at the centre of all decision-making
• Lead with integrity, visibility and high expectations
• Provide stability, clear direction and strong professional standards
• Champion inclusion and ensure disadvantaged and vulnerable pupils achieve well
• Develop and support staff, promoting wellbeing alongside accountability
• Work transparently and constructively with Governors and the Local Authority
• Demonstrate sound financial oversight and effective organisational leadership

Our children say they want a Headteacher who:

• Is fair and listens to everyone
• Is kind but firm
• Keeps us safe
• Comes into our classrooms to see our learning
• Helps us believe we can do well in life

In return we offer:

• Enthusiastic, welcoming children who want to succeed
• A committed and hardworking staff team
• An engaged and ambitious Governing Board determined to provide strong strategic support and challenge
• A supportive Local Authority
• A school rooted in its community, with significant potential for further development

Visiting School
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and strongly recommended. Please contact: Mrs J Walker, the School Business Manager at WalkerJ@pikes-lane.bolton.sch.uk or by calling
01204 333633 to arrange a visit.

Further Information
Further information about the school can be found on our website: https://www.pikeslaneprimaryschool.co.uk/

The school’s Safeguarding Policy can also be found here: https://www.pikeslaneprimaryschool.co.uk/statutory/safeguarding-policies/

To Apply
If you believe you have the experience, resilience and vision to lead Pikes Lane Primary School, we would be delighted to receive your application. Please submit your completed application form to headteacherrecruitment@pikes-lane.bolton.sch.uk

Closing Date: Tuesday 31st March 2026 9.00am
Shortlisting: Thursday 2nd April 2026
Assessment Centre: Monday 27th April 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 28th April 2026

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.