Establishment: Whirley Primary School
Location: Macclesfield
Salary: £65,286 - £75,674
Department: Leadership
Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: 12/05/2025 12:00
Interview Date: 19/05/2025
Start Date: 01/09/2025
Additional Information
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: AYR - All year round
Hours per Week: 32.50
Weeks per Year: 52.143
Pay Grade: Leadership Pay Range | L12 - L18
The Role
Headteacher - Whirley Primary School
Start Date: September 2025 or earlier if available
An Exciting Opportunity to Lead, Inspire and Make a Lasting Impact
Are you a passionate and innovative leader ready to build on the excellent work already done at a thriving primary school? Whirley Primary School is looking for an impactful Headteacher to guide us into the next exciting chapter of our journey.
About our school
Whirley is a welcoming, one-form entry school with a committed staff and pupils who embrace curiosity and challenge in all we do. Our school motto is ‘Off to a flying start’ - which we all live by. Judged by Ofsted as 'Good' in July 2022, the school fosters a happy and harmonious environment, maintaining strong community relationships beyond the classroom.
Why Join Us?
Our current Headteacher has secured a promotion, creating a fantastic opportunity for a new leader to bring energy and vision. Since joining the Halliard Trust in 2016, we have enriched opportunities for pupils and staff, striving for high standards within a nurturing environment.
We seek a leader with vision, resilience, and optimism, working alongside high-caliber colleagues and the Trust team to build on current successes, aligned with our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Optimism.
You will receive support from the Trust CEO and Deputy CEO, a central services team, and a dedicated School Administration team. Our forward-thinking Governing Body is committed to high-quality education in an aspirational environment.
Who We’re Looking For
We seek an exceptional leader who will:
* Inspire and Motivate: Have a clear vision for excellence and engage staff, pupils, and the community.
* Lead with Passion: Be committed to high-quality teaching and student potential.
* Champion Inclusion: Promote equality and create an inclusive environment.
* Build Strong Relationships: Foster a positive school culture through effective communication.
* Drive Continuous Improvement: Bring leadership experience in a primary setting to elevate the school.
Join Us in Shaping the Future
This is a unique opportunity to lead an ambitious, inclusive school with a strong community focus. If you’re ready to make a lasting impact, we look forward to your application.
Application Details
The advert closes on Monday 12 May at 12.00pm. Applications are accepted via the Trust online portal, SAMpeople Recruit.
School visits are welcome on Thursday 1 May at 4pm or Friday 2 May at 11am or 4pm. Contact the School Admin at j.culkin@whirley.ht.school to arrange a visit.
Interviews will be held on Monday 19 May and Tuesday 20 May 2025.
Applicants should apply through SAMpeople Recruit for a seamless, safe recruitment process.
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Whirley Primary School
Whirley Road
Macclesfield
Cheshire
SK10 3JL
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