Headteacher

L7 - L23

Full time

Permanent

We are looking to appoint a motivated and successful leader to be the next Headteacher of our 
school. The Priory is a welcoming, nurturing, and inclusive school that is committed to the local 
community and where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Our new Headteacher will have the highest ambitions for our children. They will be an outstanding 
leader and a great communicator, have real leadership skills and a clear vision for excellent Christian 
education. They will appreciate the benefits of working with a supportive team of staff, governors and 
parents. They will be committed to the safeguarding and wellbeing of children, staff and the wider 
school community. 

The Priory is a one form entry Church of England primary school situated in Birkenhead, offering 
education provision for 2-year-olds and a specialist nurture base. The Priory Parish and the school 
have strong links.

We are excited by the progress we have made so far and are looking forward to welcoming a 
Headteacher who can continue to build upon this work to achieve the best possible outcomes for our 
pupils, families and staff. 

Salary: £73,819 - £85,529 (L17- L23)

Start date: 1st September 2025

Closing date for applications: Friday 2nd May 2025 (no later than noon)

Shortlisting will take place w/c 6th May 2025, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted as soon as 
possible after the shortlisting meeting. Interviews will be held on 19th May (school-based activities) 
and 20th May (formal interviews).

There will be the opportunity for potential candidates to arrange to visit the school. Please email 
schooloffice@thepriory.wirral.sch.uk

Application forms and further details can be obtained from schooloffice@thepriory.wirral.sch.uk or 
downloaded via the Diocese of Chester website or www.wirral.gov.uk
Our school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders in regulated 
activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring 
Service Enhanced check. As part of the shortlisting process, online searches will be carried out on 
shortlisted candidates in accordance with the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education.