Job Description

Shrewsbury Diocese in partnership with Stockport LA

St. Peter's Catholic Primary School

Carisbrooke Avenue

Hazel Grove

Stockport

Cheshire

SK7 5PL

0161 483 2431

https://www.st-peters.stockport.sch.uk/

"If we follow Jesus the world will follow us!"

HEADTEACHER

Hours of Post: Fulltime

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary Post Range: L15 to L21

Required from April 2026

Due to the promotion of our current Headteacher to the position of Deputy Director of Schools for Shrewsbury Diocese, the Governors, Children and Staff are looking to appoint an inspirational and caring leader to support the continued success of our wonderful school.

We are looking for a Headteacher who will:

Be a practicing Catholic, who has a strong Catholic faith, with a clear understanding of leadership in a Catholic School,


able to nurture faith and spirituality in others

Enable every child to realise their full potential

Be enthused to work within an inclusive environment, which provides a broad and rich curriculum for every pupil

Promote the highest aspirations and expectations of learning and behaviour for all pupils

Nurture the strong, caring Catholic ethos of our school

Have highly effective interpersonal skills and the ability to enthuse, guide and empower colleagues and pupils

Be committed to continual professional development

We can offer you:

A warm and welcoming community with a strong Catholic ethos and vision


A team of hardworking, talented and enthusiastic staff

Delightful children who are happy and motivated in their learning and demonstrate excellent behaviour


A strong and supportive Governing Board


Excellent relationships with parents who are extremely supportive and partners in their child's learning

Close parish and community links


Visits to our school are welcomed and encouraged. Please call our school office on 0161 483 2431 to book an appointment.


Applicants must apply using the latest CES application form. All recruitment documentation can be obtained from the school website: www.st-peters.stockport.sch.uk under Our School/Vacancies.

Completed applications should be returned via email to

julie.english@dioceseofshrewsbury.org

Closing Date for Applications: Wednesday 7th January 2026 at 9am

Shortlisting: Friday 9th January 2026

Interviews: Monday 19th & Tuesday 20th January 2026

St. Peter's Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Online checks will be carried out in accordance with KCSIE.


The successful applicant will need to provide positive references (including faith reference see separate guidance) and will be required to undergo a DBS check and additional post-offer safeguarding checks.


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