Head Teacher - Perryfields Primary School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Oldbury; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established primary school in Oldbury is seeking an experienced and inspirational Headteacher. The role requires leadership of a dedicated staff team while maintaining high educational standards and a focus on inclusivity. The ideal candidate will effectively communicate and build relationships with the school community, ensuring an enriching environment for children's learning. This permanent full-time position offers a competitive salary aligned with Grades L16 to L22, along with a commitment to professional development and community engagement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive community environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within a school environment.
• Strong commitment to professional development.
• Ability to foster relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a dedicated staff team.
• Strategically plan for school improvements.
• Ensure high standards of teaching and learning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Planning

Inclusivity

Relationship Building

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Leadership qualification

Job description

Start Date

September 2026

About the School

Perryfields Primary School is a well-established primary school in Sandwell serving a wide local area that includes Birmingham & Dudley. The school values all children as individuals, celebrates success, and works together as a community to provide a well‑rounded, diverse, inclusive, and nurturing environment with an enriching curriculum in a stimulating setting.

We are looking for a Headteacher who…

• An experienced and inspirational leader who has a shared vision with our school community and the skills to lead, motivate, develop and support a dedicated staff team
• An ambitious individual who can maintain the high standards of our school whilst providing strategic planning for school improvements in line with the evolving curriculum and Ofsted requirements
• A person passionate about the quality of teaching and learning, having high expectations for children’s achievements
• A natural and engaging communicator, skilled in maintaining critical relationships with the Governing Board, staff, parents, the local community and stakeholders/partners
• A champion of inclusion, who strongly supports diversity and individuality
• A dynamic, patient and caring personality who can build strong relationships with pupils and support the team operationally

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• Commitment to your professional development
• The opportunity to make a difference in a diverse and inclusive school environment
• Opportunities to innovatively support school improvement
• An experienced, knowledgeable and committed governing board, a dedicated team of professional staff and a supportive and proactive school community
• A warm, welcoming environment full of enthusiastic children who are eager to engage and learn

Application Process

Visits to the school prior to application are highly encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please contact the school on 0121 422 2848 to arrange a suitable time. Submit completed application forms to [e-mail].

Key Dates

• Visits to school: 14th & 15th January 2026 (in exceptional circumstances an alternative can be arranged)
• Closing date for applications: 23rd January 2026 at 12pm
• Shortlisting: 26th January 2026
• Interviews: 29th & 30th January 2026

Job Details

Hours: Full time

Grade: L16 – L22 (£75,049 – £86,803 per annum)

Location: Perryfields Primary School, Apsley Road, Oldbury, West Midlands B68 0QY

Contract Type: Permanent