Head Teacher

SMART Education Recruitment; South Staffordshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK is looking for an inspirational Head Teacher for a Catholic Primary School in Wombourne, starting Easter 2025. The role requires proven leadership skills, a commitment to Catholic values, and the ability to motivate staff and students. This is a permanent position offering a Leadership Scale salary, tailored to experience.

Qualifications

• A practising Catholic with a strong personal faith.
• A clear strategic vision for raising standards in teaching and achievement.
• Experience in leading and motivating staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school to achieve excellence.
• Nurture the wellbeing and development of all pupils and staff.
• Engage with parents, governors, and the community.

Skills

Proven leadership skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to inspire and motivate others

Commitment to promoting Catholic ethos

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Relevant leadership qualifications

Job description

Overview

Location: Wombourne, Staffordshire
Start Date: After Easter 2025
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Leadership Scale (dependent on experience)

Smart Education is proud to be working in partnership with a highly regarded Catholic Primary School in Wombourne, which is seeking to appoint an inspirational and committed Head Teacher to take up post, Easter 2025.

About the School

• A welcoming and supportive Catholic community.
• A committed and enthusiastic staff team.
• Motivated pupils who demonstrate a love of learning.
• Strong partnerships with parents, governors, and the parish.
• An excellent learning environment and well-resourced facilities.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Be a practising Catholic with a strong personal faith and a commitment to promoting the school's Catholic ethos.
• Demonstrate proven leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Have a clear strategic vision for continuing to raise standards of teaching, learning, and achievement.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Be committed to nurturing the wellbeing and development of all pupils and staff.

Applications Are Invited From

• Current Head Teachers seeking a new challenge.
• Experienced Deputy Head Teachers or Assistant Heads aspiring to headship.
• Exceptionally experienced Class Teachers with substantial leadership experience who are ready to take the next step into senior leadership.

This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding leader to join a thriving school community and make a lasting contribution to its future success.

To apply or to request further information, please contact Smart Education