Executive Head Teacher April 2027

Innsworth Infant; Twigworth; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Innsworth Schools Partnership seeks an inspiring Executive Headteacher to lead our federation of Infant and Junior schools. The role focuses on warm, visible leadership, a nurturing inclusive ethos, and a strategic vision for moving the partnership forward.

They will build strong relationships across the community, maintain wellbeing at the heart of decisions, and strive for excellent outcomes for all learners within a diverse environment near Gloucester and Cheltenham.

Qualifications

• Warm, visible and approachable leadership with a love for working with children.
• Champions nurturing, inclusive ethos and wellbeing at the heart of decisions.
• Strategic vision to advance the federation with clarity and confidence.
• Builds strong relationships across the community and leads with integrity and purpose.

Responsibilities

• Lead Innsworth Schools Partnership, overseeing the federation of Infant and Junior schools.
• Work with a strong Governing Board to drive improvement and ensure safeguarding and high outcomes.
• Provide inspirational leadership to staff, pupils and families within a diverse community.

Skills

Warmth and visibility

Inclusive ethos

Strategic vision

Relationship building

Child-centered leadership

Job description

NOR: INNSWORTH INFANT SCHOOL 130 INNSWORTH JUNIOR SCHOOL 208

Required for 1st April 2027

Innsworth Schools Partnership are seeking an inspiring and forward thinking Executive Headteacher to lead our well established federation of Infant and Junior schools. Serving a wonderfully diverse community, including many military families from around the world, our partnership is a place where strong, compassionate leadership makes a profound difference every day.

Our children are enthusiastic, curious and full of character. Our dedicated staff team is loyal, talented and deeply committed to nurturing every learner. Together, we are proud of our caring ethos and inclusive culture - and we are ready for the next chapter in our journey.

We are looking for a leader who:

• Is warm, visible and approachable, with a genuine love for working with children.
• Champions a nurturing, inclusive ethos and keeps wellbeing at the heart of decision making.
• Has the strategic vision to move the partnership forward with confidence and clarity.
• Builds strong relationships across the community and leads with integrity, positivity and purpose.
• Is child centred and committed to securing excellent outcomes for all.

We can offer:

• An experienced, passionate and supportive staff team.
• A strong Governing Board committed to your success and wellbeing.
• A vibrant, diverse school community enriched by local families and the NATO ARRC.
• Excellent local partnerships and high quality professional development.
• A fantastic location between Gloucester and Cheltenham, with outstanding quality of life.

The closing date for applications is noon on Friday 20th November.

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th December

The Innsworth Schools’ Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to sufficient pre-employment checks and an Enhanced DBS check in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.