Head Teacher

Headteacher, Wilkinson Primary School, Bradley, Wolverhampton. WV14 8UR              

Full Time                                                                       

Group 3 (pay range L13-19) £56,796-£69,022                                

Permanent – to start 1st April 2024

Job Ref:EC2654  

The Governing Board, staff and children are seeking to appoint a Headteacher with the vision, leadership, and energy to build on our successes and achievements and continue the positive development of our school into the future.

Who we are:

We are a maintained Primary School with a nursery and government funded 2-year-old provision (known as Terrific for Twos in Wolverhampton).

We can offer:

•       The opportunity to develop professionally and personally.

•       Children who want to come to school and relish learning.

•       A welcoming and caring community within a purpose designed building and

exceptional and extensive outside space, including a running track.

•       A rich and creative curriculum to promote the development of each child.

•       An experienced, knowledgeable, and enduring staff team who are committed and

supportive.

•       A highly experienced Governing Board with a broad range of skills

•       A rich and diverse community

•       Committed and supportive Senior Leadership Team

We are seeking a candidate who:

•       Can shape the future direction of the school.

•       Is innovative, inspirational, and able to motivate our staff and children ensuring they

feel valued and supported.

•       Has proven leadership, interpersonal and management skills.

•       Can continue to build on our strong relationships with our parents, local schools and

the wider community.

Why work in Wolverhampton?

•       Wolverhampton is situated within the Black Country an area of rich historical and

cultural interest.

•       To be enriched by Wolverhampton’s wide diversity

•       To contribute in a community where your skills are needed

•       The city has many areas of attractive and affordable housing and is within

commuting distance of more rural locations.

•       Wolverhampton offers a range of cultural and leisure options including theatres, art

galleries, a racecourse, historic houses, parks, real-ale pubs and restaurants. There is

a thriving local sports scene, football & cricket clubs, martial arts, indoor climbing

centre, swimming pools and gyms.

•       Good transport links, which includes a direct train route to London, make

Wolverhampton a convenient base for travel both within and beyond the UK.

•       The city is within easy reach of the beautiful Shropshire & Staffordshire countryside,

the many attractions of Birmingham and the popular Merry Hill Shopping Centre.

Closing date: Thursday 21st September 2023

Shortlisting: Monday 25th September 2023

Interviews: Thursday 5th October & Friday 6th October, 2023 

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

Please contact the school office on 01902 558971 to arrange an appointment.

Alternatively, you can visit the school’s website www.wilkinsonprimaryschool.co.uk