Headteacher

Old Heath Community Primary School, Colchester; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant primary school is seeking a dedicated Head Teacher to lead Old Heath Community Primary School. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in enhancing teaching standards and inspiring staff. Responsibilities include ensuring children reach their potential and fostering strong relationships with the community. Applicants should be committed to safeguarding and be prepared for a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership qualities and a commitment to children's education.
• Experience in managing a team and promoting staff development.
• Ability to foster positive relationships with parents and the community.

Responsibilities

• Lead Old Heath Community Primary School into a bright future.
• Ensure all children have opportunities to reach their potential.
• Support professional development of staff.

Skills

Proven track record in raising quality of teaching

Passion for children's development

Ability to lead and motivate staff

Strong relationship-building with community

Job description

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Position Start Date: 01/09/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 19/01/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: 5 February 2026 Shortlisting Starts: 21/01/2026

Do you have the courage and creativity to inspire a team, involve children, and take our school on the next stage of its journey? We seek a dynamic, inspirational, dedicated and kind Head Teacher who believes in providing the very best education for all children to lead Old Health Community School into a bright and exciting future. The ideal candidate will value positive relationships with children, staffand the wider community.
We would like the Head Teacher to build on standards, continue successes and uphold the values of the Old Health Heart. Our oversubscribed school offers a supportive and inclusive environment with a range of opportunities for our children in order that they may aspire to and reach their potential. Old Heath is a vibrant and welcoming school, a place where children are happy, respectful and well behaved.
The successful candidate will:

• have a proven track record in raising and sustaining the quality of teaching and children's attainment
• be passionate about ensuring that all children have the opportunity to develop their potential in all aspects of their lives
• support the professional development of our staff in order that they may continue to raise their aspirations and achievements
• be able to lead, inspire and motivate staff in order to sustain our already strong leadership and management team
• continue to build upon our relationship with parents, carers, the school community generally and especially the wider local community with which we are deeply involved

Visits to the school prior to interview are warmly welcomed and strongly recommended. Please arrange a visit by contacting Mrs Tamora Flowers in the office on 01206 794334.

Information about the School

Old Heath Community Primary School is a popular one form entry primary school on the outskirts of Colchester town centre. We are a happy school with very hard working, polite and smiley children who love to have fun too! The same can be said for the adults!!

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post are subject to safer recruitment procedures and the successful applicant will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check as part of their pre-employment checks and provide satisfactory references.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Liz Whitelock
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