Head Teacher - Ampney Crucis C of E Primary School

Glos; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampney Crucis C of E Primary School seeks a dynamic Head Teacher to lead its dedicated team and enthusiastic pupils. The role involves both leadership and teaching, aligned with the school's Christian ethos. Start date is anticipated for January 2026, with a commitment to safeguarding children's welfare. Visits to the school are encouraged.

Benefits

Supportive parents and governors

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Exceptional leadership and teaching ability required.
• Understanding of church school's ethos essential.
• Experience in managing small schools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school while maintaining teaching responsibilities.
• Develop and implement the School Development Plan.
• Support and engage with staff, governors, and parents.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Commitment to Christian ethos

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

School: Ampney Crucis C of E Primary School (Primary)
Address: School Lane, Ampney Crucis, Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Title: Head Teacher - Ampney Crucis C of E Primary School
Grade: Leadership Group
Allowances: (Not applicable)
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 20/06/2025
Interview Date: TBA
Start Date: 01/01/2026

‘Together we live, learn and flourish’

HEADTEACHER Salary Range: L11 – L17 (£63,815 - £73,819)
NOR: 91
Start Date: January 2026 (or earlier if possible)

Ampney Crucis C of E Primary School is looking for a committed, dynamic and passionate individual to be our new Headteacher.

We are seeking an exceptional leader who:
• Is able to balance the responsibility of leading a school and a teaching commitment.
• Is fully supportive of the Christian ethos of our school and can demonstrate an understanding of the uniquecharacter of a church school.
• Can lead the development of our school’s vision as set out in the School Development Plan 2024-2025
• Understands the challenges of a small school

In return we offer:
• A thriving village school with enthusiastic, caring pupils who are keen to learn and succeed
• A committed and talented team of staff, dedicated governors and supportive parents
• An opportunity to shape the future of the school

If you are interested, visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact Heather Chadwick, School Business Manager, to arrange a mutually convenient time on 01285 851440.

Application form and information pack are available from: Wendy Gallagher, Governor Services, Gloucestershire County Council. Tel [phone]. E-mail: [e-mail] .

Closing date for applications is: Friday 20th June 2025 at 12 noon

Interviews will be held on: Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th July 2025

Ampney Crucis C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Full pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS and open-source checks will be undertaken for the successful applicant.

Please click on the website link to the right of this advert - click on School Information and then on Vacanciesto apply.