Senior Middle Leader for the Upper Phase of school with responsibility for KS2 Inclusion

Westfield Community School

Montrose Avenue, Pemberton

Wigan

WN5 9XN

Leadership Pay Scale L3 L7

Full Time

Required for September 2026

Westfield Community School seek to appoint a Senior Middle Leader for the Upper Phase of school (Y5 and Y6) with responsibility for KS2 Inclusion

The successful candidate will be joining a dedicated team at Westfield Community School, who strive to be a ‘Beacon of Hope’ for the community.

Job title: Senior Middle Leader for Upper Phase with responsibility for Key Stage 2 Inclusion

Salary Scale: Leadership Point L3-7

Required for: September 2026

Are you ambitious and ready for the next step in your leadership career?

Westfield Community School is looking to appoint an inspiring Senior Middle Leader who will model our ethos of HOPE.

Applications are invited from experienced teachers who:-

• Have high expectations for all groups of learners’ achievement and behaviour.
• Are able to provide exciting opportunities for pupils both inside and outside of the classroom.
• Ensure pupils make progress from their starting points through establishing a creative and personalised curriculum.
• Enjoy working with pupils, parents and colleagues to create the best outcomes for all pupils.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a proven track record as an inspiring teacher.
• Has proven experience in leading teams and managing staff.
• Has demonstrated effective subject leadership with evidence of impact.
• Can positively promote our school vision and ethos - HOPE.

We offer:

• A positive, supportive working environment where everyone is valued, respected and encouraged to thrive.
• Pupils who are happy to be in school and enjoy the opportunities provided.
• The opportunity to join a dedicated team of teachers and leaders.
• A platform to influence school-wide policy and further develop leadership skills.
• Dedicated time for leadership duties.

How to Apply: For further details and an application form, job description and person specification, please visit our website at www.westfield.wigan.sch.uk or the Greater Jobs website. Informal enquiries are welcomed please contact Mrs Lorraine Rayner, School Business Director on 01942 776007.

Visits to school are welcomed on Wednesday 6th May at 4pm

NB You will be contacted if you are selected for interview.

Please forward your completed application form to Lorraine Rayner, Business Director at: bman@admin.westfield.wigan.sch.uk

At Westfield Community School safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and adhere to the school’s child protection policies and procedures. All candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK and comply with the Immigrations, Asylum and Nationality Act regulations. Applications from all sections of the community are welcome.

This post involves working with children, young people or vulnerable adults and is therefore Exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email of the interview arrangements. Please ensure your correct email address is provided on your application form.

In line with recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence for all shortlisted candidates. Shortlisted candidates are also required to complete a self-declaration of any criminal records or information that would make you unsuitable to work with children.

Applications forms are returnable to the school.

If you require any further information, please contact the school on Tel: 01942 776007 E-mail: bman@admin.westfield.wigan.sch.uk Website: www.westfield.wigan.sch.uk

Interview date: Closing Date: Thursday 14th May 2026

Interviews: Wednesday 20th May 2026

Lesson Observations: Week Commencing Monday 18th May 2026

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

The employer is committed to safeguarding

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