HEADTEACHER
PERMANENT FULL-TIME CONTRACT – Required from Summer Term 2026
The Governing Board of Cherry Tree Primary School is seeking to appoint an inspiring and visionary Headteacher to lead a warm, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential. The successful candidate will uphold the school’s core values of being Happy, Aspirational, Resilient, Independent, Open-minded, and Compassionate, while demonstrating exceptional leadership, integrity, and foresight. Key responsibilities include managing teaching staff performance, ensuring high standards of education, overseeing effective financial management, and strengthening partnerships with pupils, staff, families, and the wider community. The new Headteacher will also drive the school’s continuous growth, fostering ambition and excellence while maintaining a strong sense of community and belonging.
We warmly welcome and encourage candidates to visit our school before submitting an application. To arrange a school tour, please contact the Cherry Tree School office on 01925 755885 during school hours. School tours are available on Friday, 3rd October and Monday, 6th October and must be booked in advance.
Headteacher Candidate Pack
Cherry Tree Data Pack
Application Form
Electronic application forms can be sent to recruitment@warrington.gov.uk
Candidate school tours (must be booked in advance):
Friday, 3rd October 2025
Monday, 6th October 2025
Monday 13th October 2025
To arrange a school tour, please contact the Cherry Tree School office on 01925 755885.
Closing date for applications: Sunday, 19th October 2025 (Midnight)
Shortlisting of applications: Thursday, 23rd October 2025
Interviews:
Day 1: Assessment Centre – tasks completed in school: Wednesday, 5th November 2025
Day 2: Assessment Centre – interviews: Thursday, 6th November 2025
Cherry Tree Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to enhanced disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service.