Silloth Primary School
Wigton, Cumbria

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Posted: 09 October 2026
Closing Date: 11 November 2026

Essential Experience

• Successful leadership and management experience in a primary school.
• At least 5 years' teaching experience in a primary school.
• Proven track record of raising attainment and pupil progress.
• Experience of monitoring pupil progress, staff performance and policies, ensuring accountability.

Desirable Experience

• Working effectively with governors and the wider community.
• Teaching across more than one key stage or subject.
• Working with external agencies to support pupils and families.
• Managing a delegated school budget.

Essential Professional Skills

• Inspiring and motivating staff through a shared vision.
• Building a positive and accountable school culture.
• Strategic and operational leadership.
• Effective stakeholder management, including governors, local authority, parents and external agencies.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Desirable Professional Skills

• Developing local, national and international school partnerships.
• Building and maintaining a professional support network.
• Using coaching and evidence-informed feedback to improve teaching quality.
• Maintaining a strong focus on behaviour and attendance.