Part-Time Headteacher

BROADHEATH PRIMARY SCHOOL
Sinderland Road
Broadheath
Altrincham
WA14 5JQ
Tel 01619284748
Email: Broadheath.admin@trafford.gov.uk
WEB: www.broadheathprimaryschool.com
Headteacher: Mrs Kirsten Lyde

PART-TIME HEADTEACHER - Start Date: January 2027 (or earlier by agreement)
L21-L27 (pro-rata)
0.4FTE (Monday & Tuesday) with potential to become full time in the future
Permanent

The Governing Board of Broadheath Primary School wish to appoint an inspiring and committed part-time Headteacher to lead our welcoming and inclusive school into its next phase of development.

Due to the planned reduction in working hours of our current Headteacher, we are seeking to appoint a part-time Headteacher to work alongside her in leading the school and ensuring its continued success.

Situated in Altrincham, on the edge of the Cheshire Plains and built on Dunham Massey land, we are at the heart of the Broadheath and Stamford Brook community. We serve approximately 520 pupils aged 4 to 11.

We are proud of our strong community ethos, positive learning environment, and dedicated staff team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to make a meaningful impact in a flexible role.

About the role
This post is offered on a 0.4 FTE basis, working Mondays and Tuesdays. It is anticipated that the post will become full time (1.0 FTE) at a future date in line with planned succession arrangements. The role represents an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader who values collaborative working and is able to operate effectively within a shared leadership model.

We are looking for someone who:
Has a proven track record of successful leadership in a primary setting
Experience of leading, developing, and managing staff effectively
Is committed to achieving the highest standards of teaching, learning and assessment
Values inclusion, diversity, wellbeing, and community engagement
Has the ability to balance strategic leadership with operational management
Can build strong, trusting relationships across the school community

We offer:
Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who are eager to learn
An experienced, dedicated and talented staff team
A supportive and experienced Governing Board
A positive and ambitious school culture, prioritising staff and pupil wellbeing
Strong family and community links
Opportunities for professional development within a leadership role

Visits and application process
Prospective applicants are warmly encouraged to visit the school on Wednesday 24 June 2026 or Friday 26 June 2026. To make an appointment, please contact our School Business Manager, Michelle Thackray at m.thackray@bps.trafford.sch.uk

Application forms should be returned `FAO Mr Richard Hough, Chair of Governors by email to Jane.Bryan@trafford.gov.uk

Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Broadheath Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required for this post.
This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable, including online and social media accounts.

Visits - Wednesday 24 June 2026 or Friday 26 June 2026
Closing date - Monday 29 June 2026 at 9.00 am
Shortlisting - Wednesday 1 July 2026
Interviews - Thursday 9 July 2026 and Friday 10 July 2026