Head teacher

The Methodist Church in Britain; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enthusiastic, engaged children

Skilled, committed staff team

Strong parental support and engagement

Active governing body

Proud school community

Job summary

Willow Brook Primary School in Nottingham is seeking a headteacher to succeed the retiring head and guide the school through its next phase. The role focuses on developing an adventure-led curriculum, setting high expectations for staff, and building strong ties with children, families and the wider community.

It is a full-time, Monday-to-Friday position with an active governing body and strong parental engagement.

Qualifications

• Full enhanced DBS check
• Eligible to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Cherish and develop the school's distinctive curriculum
• Champion the curriculum and protect the spirit of adventure
• Inspire staff to deliver exceptional learning experiences
• Build strong relationships with children, families and the wider community
• Lead with warmth, integrity and high expectations
• Shape the school's future while staying true to its values
• Bring fresh ideas and vision for the school's future

Skills

Warm leadership

High expectations

Staff inspiration

Relationship building

Job description

Willow Brook Primary School is recruiting a headteacher to succeed its retiring head and lead the school's next phase. The post centres on developing a distinctive, adventure-led curriculum, setting high expectations for staff, and building strong ties with children, families and the wider community. It is a full-time, Monday-to-Friday role in a school with an active governing body and strong parental engagement. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the start date is 12 April 2027.

What the job involves

• Cherish and develop the school's distinctive curriculum
• Champion the curriculum and protect the spirit of adventure at the heart of school life
• Inspire staff to deliver exceptional learning experiences
• Build strong relationships with children, families and the wider community
• Lead with warmth, integrity and high expectations
• Shape the school's future while staying true to its values
• Bring fresh ideas and vision for the school's future

Skills & knowledge

• Leadership with warmth, integrity and high expectations
• Belief that children thrive when learning is engaging, creative and inspiring
• Vision for the school's future that builds on its existing values

Checks & eligibility

• Full enhanced DBS check
• Eligible to work in the UK

What’s offered

• Enthusiastic, engaged children
• Skilled, committed and dedicated staff team
• Strong parental support and engagement
• Active and supportive governing body
• School community proud of its achievements and optimistic about its future