Executive Head Teacher March 2026

Innsworthinfant; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive staff team

Professional development opportunities

Strong Governing Board support

Vibrant community

Excellent quality of life

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Cheltenham is seeking an Executive Headteacher to lead their Infant and Junior schools. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate leader focused on inclusivity and nurturing, committed to achieving excellent outcomes for all students. This role offers a supportive staff team and boasts a vibrant school community enriched by local families. Interested candidates should reach out, as this position allows for significant impact within the community, fostering strong relationships and positive growth.

Qualifications

• Strong, compassionate leadership makes a profound difference every day.
• Commitment to wellbeing and positive child outcomes.
• Experience in nurturing and inclusive leadership.
• Ability to build strong community relationships with integrity and purpose.
• Dedication to securing excellent outcomes for all learners.

Responsibilities

• Lead the federation of Infant and Junior schools.
• Foster a caring ethos and inclusive culture.
• Develop strategic vision to advance the partnership.

Skills

Warm and approachable

Child-centred

Strategic vision

Strong community relationships

Commitment to inclusivity

Job description

NOR: INNSWORTH INFANT SCHOOL 127 INNSWORTH JUNIOR SCHOOL 226

Required for September 2026

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.

If you share our vision - Together we can… Enjoy, Achieve, Aspire - and want to lead a community where your impact is seen, felt and valued, we would love to hear from you.

A comprehensive information pack is available and you are warmly invited to visit our schools; please contact Carole Potts on 01452 730780 or email [e-mail].

The closing date for applications is noon on Friday 17th April 2026.

Interviews will be held the week commencing 27th April 2026.

Please use the GCC application form provided and ensure that you complete it as fully as possible, ensuring that you have taken into consideration the requirements of the person specification along with telling us about your background and experience within your supporting statement.

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.