Job Description

Governors have the discretion to appoint up to the third point above the minimum of the ISR


Are you the leader that will take Clifton Primary School into the future?


For January 2026, the governors are seeking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic and experienced leader to continue the development of this highly successful one and a half form entry primary school.


Our vision is to be a welcoming, inclusive school providing high standards of education where children feel safe, challenged and passionate about learning.

Our children would like our headteacher to be

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Resilient Supportive Kind Respectful Intelligent A lover of books Serious but fun

Governors would like all applicants to address how their experience and skill set applies in the context of Clifton Primary School.


Why Salford? Salford Local Authority prioritise the support of headteachers and are committed to providing a high quality induction to all. Every new headteacher, whether new to the role or new to Salford, will be provided with a Peer Headteacher Mentor for the first four terms. Access is also given to a Headteacher Induction Programme which provides professional development, support and advice on all aspects of the role; for example finance, health and safety, SEND and HR. The governors of Clifton Primary School are fully committed to supporting the school's new headteacher in accessing everything that Salford can offer to allow them to thrive and be successful.


Previous applicants are welcome to apply again

Closing Date:

Friday 5th September 2025, 9am

Short Listing Date:

Thursday 11th September 2025

Interview Date:

Over the course of Wednesday 17th and Thursday 18th September 2025

School Visits:

If you would like to arrange a visit please contact Jeanette Odell at jeanette.odell@salford.gov.uk or on 0161 921 1845.


We will not be accepting candidates who require a sponsorship for this position.


The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a fully enhanced DBS check.


If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character.


https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

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