Headteacher

Job Title: Headteacher
Salary: L15-L21 (depending on experience)
Hours: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: 1st June 2026
Shortlisting: W/c 1st June 2026
Interview Date: W/c 8th June 2026
Start Date: 1st September 2026

Headteacher Hursthead Infant School

We care, we learn, we belong.
An Outstanding Opportunity

Following the appointment of our current Headteacher to a Primary School, we are seeking an exceptional, child-centred leader to join our highly successful infant school.
At Hursthead Infant School, we pride ourselves on outstanding outcomes, exceptional behaviour, and a nurturing environment where every child thrives. We are now looking for a dynamic, inspirational, and strategic Headteacher & Safeguarding Lead to build on our strong foundations and lead our school community into its next exciting chapter.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape the future of our school, potentially alongside the appointment of a new Deputy Headteacher, creating a fresh, cohesive leadership team from the outset.

We are seeking a leader who:

Is a passionate, visible, and inspirational leader who will share and drive our vision of ‘We care, we learn, we belong.’

Is deeply committed to making a genuine difference to the lives of every child through high-quality education and wider opportunities.

Values every pupil as an individual and creates a strong sense of belonging for all.

Nurtures, challenges, and motivates both pupils and staff to be the best they can be.

Has a proven track record of strategic leadership, curriculum development, and raising standards.

Demonstrates strong data analysis skills and uses data effectively for strategic decision-making and school improvement.

Is an excellent communicator who builds strong partnerships with parents, governors, and the wider community.

Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children as the school’s Safeguarding Lead.

Is dedicated to staff wellbeing and fostering a culture of continuous professional development, support, and growth.

What we offer:

A warm, happy, and nurturing school environment where our motto ‘We care, we learn, we belong’ is lived every day.

Outstanding, eager-to-learn children who demonstrate excellent behaviour and a real desire to succeed.

A supportive and experienced Board of Governors who are ambitious for the school.

An active and engaged Parents’ Association fully involved in school life.

A strong commitment to your professional development and personal wellbeing.

The opportunity to lead a genuinely excellent infant school and play a key role in school-to-school collaboration and wider system improvement.

Job Details Job Title: Headteacher & Safeguarding Lead
Salary: L15 L21 (depending on experience)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Ideal Start Date: 1st September 2026
We warmly welcome visits to the school. To arrange a tour please contact: Miss Karen Grant (current Headteacher) at headteacher@hursthead-inf.stockport.sch.uk
Closing date: 1st June 2026
Shortlisting: Week beginning 1st June 2026
Interviews: Week beginning 8th June 2026

The application forms and an information pack are available to download from here. Completed forms should be returned to the school via the above email address or posted to the school address above.

Hursthead Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a Disqualification Declaration, and the successful applicant will undergo full pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and online checks.

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