Headteacher

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1 FTE

L18 - L24

Required from 02/11/2026

Due to the retirement of our longstanding and highly respected headteacher, we are looking for an exceptional new leader who will embrace our values and build on our success to lead our school forward with energy, enthusiasm and care.

We are seeking a headteacher who shares our vision, values and commitment to excellence.
This is a wonderful opportunity to lead a school where the children are at the heart of everything we do and to join a school that is in an exceptionally strong position. Mersey Park is a school with very strong relationships and a happy working environment. Visitors always comment on the calm and warm working environment and the excellent behavior of the pupils. Governors are knowledgeable and supportive of the school and make decisions with children at the centre.

We are looking for a headteacher who:
Will care for all of our children, ensuring that they all receive the best education and achieve their very best
Will value and support all staff members in order that they are in the best position to support all pupils, providing them with good quality continuous professional development
Will continue to nurture strong relationships with all our families
Will have high expectations for our children
If you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our children, we would love to hear from you.
We warmly welcome visits to Mersey Park to show you our wonderful school on:
Thursday 4th June- 10am
Monday 8th June- 10am
Please call the school office to organize your visit; 0151 647 819

Mersey Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post, regardless of sex, race or disability. Any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, as part of our pre employment due diligence, we will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates. This may include social media websites and video platforms. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process

Applications should be addressed to: Mrs J.Lambeth, Chair of Governors and submitted to businessmanager@merseypark.wirral.sch.uk

Shortlisting will take place on: Monday 15th June
Successful candidates will be invited to interview, which will be held over two days during the week commencing: Monday 22nd June