Headteacher

Full-time Permanent Post

Closing date: Monday 20 April 2026 at 12pm

Interviews: Thursday 23rd & Friday 24th April 2026

Start date: 1 September 2026 (dependent on notice period)

Salary: L29-L35 (dependent on experience)

An exceptional opportunity for an inspirational, values-driven leader

The Governors of Loreto High School Chorlton seek to appoint a highly effective, motivated and ambitious leader who can continue to drive our school forward and secure an exceptional education for every student. This is a rare chance to lead a warm, aspirational and compassionate Catholic community with a strong improvement journey and a distinctive Loreto identity.

Loreto High School is a successful 11–16 Catholic voluntary aided school, rooted in the 400-year Loreto educational tradition and shaped by the values of sincerity, truth, justice, excellence, freedom, internationality and joy. With 750 wonderful students and a talented, committed staff team, our school is a place where every child is known, loved and encouraged to “become their best self.” Attainment continues to rise, and the Secretary of State recently praised the “excellent outcomes achieved by disadvantaged pupils,” placing us “among the very best nationally.”

What we are looking for

We seek a Headteacher who can:

•       Bring outstanding leadership and a proven record of sustained positive impact

•       Provide strategic, values-driven leadership rooted in our Catholic Loreto mission

•       Inspire staff and students through ambition, compassion and high expectations

•       Work effectively with governors, the Diocese, the Loreto Trust Board and a strong Senior Leadership Team

•       Strengthen our culture of excellent teaching, pastoral care and personal formation

•       Lead systems that help every student flourish academically and personally

•       Champion a nurturing, high-expectations culture that develops confident, articulate and respectful young people

Our culture and what we offer

We are an aspirational, reflective and supportive learning community where all adults are learners who strive for excellence. We believe that valuing, supporting and empowering staff is central to our continued success.

The successful candidate will be:

 •       Enthusiastic, resilient and collaborative

•       Self-aware and open to professional development

•       Someone who sees feedback as a gift

•       A warm, kind leader with clarity, consistency and uncompromising standards

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader to take the next step in a forward-thinking, vibrant and caring school.

How to apply

We warmly welcome applications from practising Catholic leaders who feel called to shape the next phase of our mission. To find out more or arrange a visit, please contact the school office on 0161 881 9448 or email recruitment@loretochorlton.manchester.sch.uk.