Executive Headteacher – Longsight Community Primary
About Big Life Schools
We opened our second school, Unity Community Primary, in 2015, a two-form primary, adopting the same approach as Longsight, building on established links within the community.
We have recently taken over management of the Manchester Sensory Support, a commissioned service from the Local Authority, supporting children with vision and hearing impairment, working in partnership with all education settings (aged 0 to 19), parents and families to improve access to appropriate education.
As a Trust we work as part of the wider Big Life Group, a social enterprise which works in partnership with communities to build on local strengths, develop resilience and widen opportunities.
Big Life is a values-led group, and Big Life Schools shares those values of being courageous, creative, honest, inspiring, thoughtful and valuing difference.
About Longsight Community Primary
Since opening in 2013, we have continued to work in partnership with our community. We share our building and land with Manchester Children’s Centre, Longsight Nursery, both managed by The Big Life Group, and the Family hub, a service run by Manchester Local Authority.
Our dedicated workforce, and leaders, have supported the positive journey we have been on to date. In 2024 we became a Voice 21 Oracy Centre of excellence, driven by our passionate and skilled leadership team supporting the ongoing development of pupils’ oracy skills.
The basics
Salary
Leadership scale 19 to 23
Start date
September 2026 (secondment opportunity considered)
Responsible to
CEO of MAT and Chair of the Local Governing Committee
Closing date for applications
Monday, 2 March
Interview date
Week commencing 9 March
What you’ll be doing
As Headteacher of Longsight Community Primary, you’ll lead the operational and strategic development of the school, working alongside an experienced senior leadership team. You’ll build on our strong foundations to foster a positive, inclusive learning environment where both staff and pupils can thrive.
You’ll be an inspirational and visible leader across the school and the wider Big Life Schools Trust, driving excellence in teaching, learning and curriculum design. You’ll coach and support colleagues to improve practice and ensure strong progress and attainment for all pupils.
You’ll ensure that the school remains rooted in its local community, listening to families, responding to their needs, and providing a broad, enriching range of opportunities for all learners.