Headteacher Vacancy - March 2026
Start date: 1st September 2026
Contract type: Full Time Salary: £78 702 - £90 255 ISR L18-L24 Group 3
Contract term: Permanent
Closing date: 12 noon, Wednesday 25th March 2026
Due to the retirement of our longstanding and respected Headteacher, we are seeking an exceptional Headteacher with the passion, vision and strategic leadership to continue to build on our many strengths and lead the school into its next phase.
Park Primary School is a proud, ambitious, and inclusive community school, recognised for delivering a consistently high standard of education for all pupils. At the heart of our work is a strong community ethos: School, Family, Community – Together; which shapes our relationships, values and daily practice.
We are proud to have developed a highly dedicated team of staff who are committed, hardworking, and deeply invested in the success and wellbeing of our children. The successful candidate will build upon this strong foundation, nurturing a culture that is supportive, inspiring, and focused on securing the very best outcomes for every pupil.
This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational and reflective leader to drive the next stage of the school’s development. If you are a forward-thinking leader with a deep commitment to education and a desire to make a lasting difference, we warmly invite you to apply.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact Helen Tickell, Business Manager, on 0151 638 6008 Ext. 4.
Tuesday 10th March
Thursday 12th March
Friday 13th March
Tuesday 17th March
You can download a copy of the Headteacher application form below. Completed forms and supporting letters of application should be emailed to :
recruitment@park.wirral.sch.uk
CVs will not be accepted.
Safer Recruitment Procedures : Information for Prospective Candidates:
All posts at Park Primary School are subject to an Enhanced Level DBS checks and are subject to stringent safer recruitment processes.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, we will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates, which may include social media and video platforms. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available, and the aim is to identify any incidents or issues. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process.
Park Primary School is committed to safeguarding, equality and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.
Headteacher, Deputy and Assistant Headteacher Application Form
All Applicants - Disclosure Form