Head teacher

Woodgate Primary School; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive senior leadership team

Continued professional development

Positive school ethos

Job summary

Woodgate Primary School in Birmingham is seeking a head teacher to lead the school on its next journey, following the retirement of the current head teacher in April 2027. The successful candidate will be an experienced headteacher or deputy with primary breadth (including EYFS) and a clear vision for high-quality education.

You will prioritise safeguarding, inclusive practice, and strong stakeholder communication, with a track record of developing staff wellbeing and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience as headteacher or deputy head in primary
• Experience with EYFS in primary settings
• Clear vision for high-quality primary education
• Commitment to safeguarding with DSL/DDSL experience
• Strong teaching practice and ability to model effective teaching
• Strong inclusive practice and effectiveness with stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Lead the school and drive continued improvement in outcomes
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils
• Collaborate with governors, staff and the wider school community
• Engage with parents and the local community to foster a positive school ethos

Skills

Headteacher experience

Deputy head experience

Primary phase expertise including EYFS

Vision for high-quality primary ed

Safeguarding leadership

Inclusive practice

Interpersonal & communication skills

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated leader who is approachable, kind, caring and driven to join our happy, nurturing and successful school team at Woodgate Primary School. We are proud of our welcoming ‘Woodgate Family’ community and are now looking for a head teacher to lead the school on the next stage of our journey. This is following the retirement of our current head teacher in April, 2027.

In our most recent OFSTED inspection in October 2024 we successfully maintained ‘Good in all areas’. Our mantra, is that we continually strive to give the children the best education we can with the resources we have. In 2027 we are looking for our next head teacher to help our lovely school to continue to thrive and flourish. That person could be YOU!

The post is a full-time permanent position from 12th April 2027.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an experienced head teacher or an experienced deputy head who has worked across the primary phase, including EYFS.
• Is able to articulate a strong, clear vision for high-quality primary education which maximises the potential of the school.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the need to develop and sustain a safe, secure, healthy and fair school environment.
• Puts safeguarding at the heart of everything they do and has Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) experience.
• Has demonstrated excellent classroom practice and who can model the principles of effective teaching and learning to a high standard.
• Has a strong understanding of inclusive practice.
• Has effective organisation and interpersonal skills and can communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
• Is approachable and has integrity and embeds an ethos of trust, openness and positivity.

What the school offers its staff

• An experienced, supportive and collaborative senior leadership team, including governors, who care about all staff, their development and wellbeing.
• A kind and caring, welcoming and friendly school with a really positive ethos.
• Lovely children who enjoy coming to school.
• A supportive parent body.
• A key focus on staff well-being.
• Continued professional and career development.

Commitment to Safeguarding

Woodgate Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Key Dates

Closing date: Friday 27th November 2026 at 12:00 noon.

Interviews: Monday 14th December, 2026 to Wednesday 16th December, 2026.

School Details:

Woodgate Primary School
Lutley Grove
Bartley Green
Birmingham

West Midlands
B32 3PN

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Further information about our lovely school can be found by accessing our website.