Executive Headteacher - The Fellowship Federation

Isle of Wight Council; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Isle of Wight Council is seeking an inspirational Executive Headteacher for Carisbrooke C.E. and Newport C.E. Primary Schools. The role requires engaging and motivating staff, pupils and parents, building on current successes and leading a federation with vision and values.

You will join a collaborative federation and be responsible for strategic leadership, safeguarding, wellbeing and the development of both schools to raise attainment and ensure every child reaches their potential.

Job description

Executive Headteacher - Carisbrooke C.E. and Newport C.E. Primary School - Isle of Wight Council

For full information about this role, we recommend you visit our recruitment page where you will find additional information including our federation vision, OFSTED reports and links to our school websites.

Established in 2016, The Fellowship Federation brings together two successful Church of England Primary Schools, Carisbrooke C.E. Primary School and Newport C.E. Primary School. These two different sites, each have their own individual identity, character and ethos with exciting challenges and journeys ahead and now we're seeking an inspirational leader, aligned with our vision and values, to engage and motivate staff, pupils and parents, to build upon the successes already achieved and strategically lead the way for our school community. "The biggest positive difference would come from strong, consistent and visible leadership that puts children's wellbeing, progress and individual needs at the centre of every decision. I believe the permanent Executive Headteacher should create a positive culture where every child is encouraged to achieve their potential, regardless of their background or circumstances, and where academic achievement, confidence, resilience and preparation for life beyond school are given equal importance." - Quote taken from our Parent Survey

Joining our team as the new Executive Headteacher will give you a chance to really test your strategic leadership as you drive school improvement, share best practice and raise academic standards.

If you'd like to visit the schools, there are open days taking place on the following dates

• Tuesday 10th November 2026
• Tuesday 17th November 2026

Please note: Not all school staff are employed directly by the Isle of Wight Council, you can ask on application who the employer for this role will be.

The Isle of Wight Council protects its employees from discrimination, and this is supported by the following: unacceptable behaviour policy employee code of conduct

We actively promote the diversity of our workforce, and we provide flexible working options (where appropriate) to support the different needs of our employees.

The Isle of Wight Council's Terms & Conditions of employment are available upon request. Please contact our recruitment team via [e-mail] if you would like to receive a copy.

The Isle of Wight Council is an equal opportunities employer, proud to encourage applications from all cultures, backgrounds and abilities to better reflect the diversity within our local community. In addition to this, we are also a Disability Confident Employer.

The management reporting line for this role is ultimately through the Isle of Wight Council Children's Services directorate.

This council and its schools recruit according to the council's Recruitment, Policy and Procedure and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

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