Headteacher
St John Vianney School
Trafford
- Salary:
- Competitive salary to be determined at interview. (Negotiable depending on skills and experience.)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- April 2027
- Apply by:
- 2 November 2026
Job overview
Headteacher
The governors of this Roman Catholic day school for pupils with autism, learning difficulties and complex needs are seeking to appoint an outstanding Headteacher and proven educationalist with the vision and ambition to lead the school whilst building on its good reputation and continuing to strive for outstanding provision enabling each pupil to be the best they can be.
We will offer you:
A lively, creative and inclusive school committed to improving the lives of children & young people.
A supportive and friendly environment.
The opportunity to work in strategic partnership with the Governors and members of the senior leadership team.
An ambitious and hardworking senior leadership team consistently supporting the school on its journey to outstanding.
A dedicated and enthusiastic staff team to work with.
A governing body which is supportive and passionate about achieving the highest standards in all areas and committed to the professional development of staff.
Each successful candidate will be:
A practising Roman Catholic with first rate leadership skills.
An experienced Headteacher or an ambitious Deputy Head ready to take their next career step.
Dedicated to improving the life choices of all children.
Committed to partnership with families and other agencies.
Passionate about SEND, curriculum, pedagogy and creativity.
Able to lead, manage and inspire.
Committed to sustaining and developing the school and its Catholic ethos.
Closing date for applications is 9:00am on Mon 2nd Nov 2026
Visits to school can be arranged during the week of 12-16th Oct 2026
Shortlisting will take place on Fri 6th Nov 2026
Invitations to interview will be sent out by the end of the week commencing 9th Nov 2026
Interviews are planned for the week commencing 23rd Nov 2026
To download an application pack and for more information about our school please visit our website.
To arrange a visit please call Lorna Hamilton via the school office on 0161 881 7843.
Please note, in order to comply with our Safer Recruitment policies and procedures, we will only accept applications that have been completed on our official application forms. We do not accept CVs or similar.
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About St John Vianney School
- St John Vianney School
- Ryebank Road, Firswood, Stretford, Manchester
- Lancashire
- M16 0EX
- United Kingdom
St John Vianney RC School is the Diocese of Salford’s Special School, catering for children and young people aged 5-19 with additional learning needs, communication difficulties and, those on the Autistic spectrum. Our very special school is widely recognised for its excellent educational and pastoral provision.
We pride ourselves on being a happy, caring and welcoming community, where the learning environment and the wide range of opportunities offered help every child reach their full potential.
The curriculum is taught using a variety of multi-sensory approaches to help meet the needs of individuals, including those on the Autistic Spectrum. It is recognised that each learner has a unique learning style and particular attention is given to the requirements of each individual child.
Lessons and activities are undertaken in small groups, or on a one to one basis as necessary, to ensure that the focus is bespoke for each learner.
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