Head Teacher

Woodgate Primary School; Woodgate; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodgate Primary School invites applications for a head teacher to lead from 12 April 2027. This full‑time permanent post seeks an approachable, kind and driven leader to sustain our happy, nurturing Woodgate Family.

The successful candidate will have headship or deputy head experience across the primary phase (EYFS included), a clear vision for high‑quality primary education, and a strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and staff wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience as head teacher or deputy head in primary
• Ability to articulate a strong vision for high‑quality primary education
• Proven safeguarding leadership (DSL/DDSL)
• Excellent classroom leadership and inclusive practice
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the school as head teacher and develop a high‑quality primary education vision
• Ensure safe, secure, healthy, and fair school environment
• Model effective teaching and learning across the primary phase
• Communicate with governors, staff, parents and students
• Lead safeguarding strategies (DSL/DDSL experience)

Skills

Headship experience

EYFS experience

Strategic vision

Safeguarding leadership

Communication skills

Inclusive practice

Interpersonal skills

Integrity and openness

Education

QTS

NPQH

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

We can offer:

• 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).

School Details:

Woodgate Primary School
Lutley Grove
Bartley Green
Birmingham

West Midlands
B32 3PN

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