Trafford Council
Headteacher
Headteacher at Trafford Council, based in Trafford. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Trafford
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teacher
- DBS check
Reference 2404
About the role
ST JOHN VIANNEY RC SCHOOL
Rye Bank Road
Firswood
Stretford
M16 0EX
[phone removed]
Website: www.stjohnvianneyschool.co.uk
Headteacher: Mr A Moloney
HEADTEACHER – Required from April 2027
1.0 FTE
Competitive salary to be determined at interview. (Depending on skills and experience)
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.
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.
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.
To download an application pack and for more information about our school please visit our website: www.stjohnvianneyschool.co.uk
To arrange a visit please call the school office on [phone removed].
Please send completed applications to Lorna Hamilton via email: [email removed]
St John Vianney School and The Diocese of Salford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to enhanced DBS checks and Disqualification Declaration.
Closing date for applications is - Monday 2 November 2026 at 9.00 am
Visits to school can be arranged during the week of 12-16 October 2026
Shortlisting will take place on - Friday 6 November 2026
Invitations to interview will be sent out by the end of the week commencing Monday 9 November 2026
Interviews are planned for - Week commencing Monday 23 November 2026
Reference: 2404 · Posted 2 weeks ago · Closes 2 Nov 2026 · Listed via Trafford Council
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