Following the retirement of the previous Headteacher the Governors of St. Andrew's Church of England (Aided) Primary School are looking to appoint a new Headteacher to lead our school. We would welcome applications from an inspirational leader who has the drive, vision, enthusiasm and ambition to continue the development of the school. St Andrew's CE (Aided) Primary School is a popular school situated in Bebington, at the heart of the Wirral. The school is aspirational, caring and friendly with a strong Christian ethos. Our Headteacher will be responsible for the care of our children, fostering an environment where they can learn and grow. They will enthuse, motivate and build up our staff team supporting the delivery of excellent teaching and learning. They will need to be a practising Christian and actively support the Christian ethos of the school. We are currently exploring joining Chester Diocesan Learning Trust (CDLT) with an expected conversion date of October 2025. We are looking for someone who: has at least 3 years experience as a deputy headteacher, assistant headteacher or is currently a headteacher is a charismatic leader, comfortable and able to inspire staff is an effective and sensitive communicator, who builds constructive relationships with parents and carers even in challenging contexts is able to work creatively, innovatively and develop pupils¿ self-belief in line with our school vision is able to communicate and work effectively with a range of stakeholders including the school¿s governing body is dedicated to raising standards and removing barriers to learning for pupils ensuring all children receive a high quality education irrespective of their background has high expectations of themselves, our staff and pupils with a positive, can do and proactive nature leads with an authentic Christian faith that models our school vision and values We offer: a welcoming, nurturing school with a strong Christian ethos and set of Christian values that underpin all that we do children who are happy and motivated to learn and a supportive and welcoming staff team a highly supportive and enthusiastic school team with a School Business Manager, experienced SLT, and supportive governing body strong links and support from our parish churches, one of which meets in the school enthusiastic and inventive pupils who will impress and challenge you parents and carers who enjoy being involved in their child's education a range of CPD opportunities If you have the experience, skills and faith commitment to fulfil this exciting and challenging role we would be pleased to hear from you. Visits to the school are strongly recommended and may be made via appointment via the online form https://standrews.wirral.sch.uk/walkround. Application forms and supporting documentation are available from https://standrews.wirral.sch.uk/headteacher/ Completed applications may be returned to school via post marked for the attention of Mark Woodger, Chair of Governors, or returned electronically, uploaded via the online form (https://standrews.wirral.sch.uk/headteacher/). Acknowledgement of receipt will be sent via email in all cases. Closing date for applications: 25th February 2025 Interview date: 13th March 2025 St Andrew's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and external agencies to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.