Headteacher

Pound Hill Infant Academy; Crawley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Professional development and CPD

Flexible and family‑friendly working

Exclusive discounts and employee perks

Well‑being support and employee assist

Job summary

Pound Hill Infant Academy in Crawley invites a dynamic Headteacher to lead our dedicated staff and drive an exceptional educational offer for every child.

The successful candidate will work within the REAch2 Multi-Academy Trust to raise standards, nurture partnerships with families and the community, and uphold our values of excellence, integrity and collaboration. Start date January 2027.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of excellence in educational leadership.
• Experience in managing highly effective teams.
• Commitment to providing exceptional educational opportunities for all children.
• Relational and proactive approach with parents and the community.
• Ability to inspire, challenge and motivate.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and inspire a dedicated team of educators.
• Drive excellence in teaching and learning.
• Foster strong relationships with parents and the wider community.
• Ensure the delivery of an exciting, broad and engaging curriculum.
• Uphold and promote core values: high expectations, integrity, nurturing, continuous learning, collaboration and responsibility.
• Support our vision: Aim high and achieve together.

Skills

Educational leadership

Team management

Inspiring leadership

Job description

Headteacher – Pound Hill Infant Academy

Pound Hill Infant Academy, part of the REAch2 Multi‑Academy Trust, is seeking a dynamic and inspirational leader to join our team. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of excellence in educational leadership, experience managing highly effective teams, and a passion for improving the life chances of children. You will be committed to providing every child with an exceptional educational offer, ensuring they are supported, challenged, and inspired to reach their full potential.

Our Mission and Vision

As an REAch2 Academy we are driven by a shared mission to provide the best possible education for all children in the Trust. Every REAch2 school within the Trust aspires to be truly ‘great’ – remarkable places characterised by exceptional people and transformative learning experiences. At Pound Hill Infant Academy we are committed to developing lifelong learners and responsible citizens with a clear vision for their future.

Values

• Achieving Ambitions – inspire staff and children, celebrate success, dream big, and empower our children to lead fulfilling lives.
• Working Together – create a vibrant, inclusive community that shares ideas, best practices and collaborates to deliver great service.
• Delivering Excellence – develop a creative flagship curriculum delivered through excellent teaching, high expectations and innovation.
• Nurturing Potential – treat others with respect, support wellbeing and career development, and empower children and staff to flourish.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and inspire a dedicated team of educators.
• Drive excellence in teaching and learning.
• Foster strong relationships with parents and the wider community.
• Ensure the delivery of an exciting, broad and engaging curriculum.
• Uphold and promote our core values: high expectations, integrity, nurturing, continuous learning, collaboration, and responsibility.
• Support our vision: Aim high and achieve together.

Requirements

• Proven track record of excellence in educational leadership.
• Experience in managing highly effective teams.
• Commitment to providing exceptional educational opportunities for all children.
• Relational and proactive approach with parents and the community.
• Ability to inspire, challenge and motivate.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave.
• Professional development and CPD opportunities.
• Flexible and family‑friendly working arrangements.
• Exclusive discounts and employee perks.
• Well‑being support and employee assistance.

Application Process

• Application deadline: 9:00 am, Wednesday 16 September 2026.
• School visits: Thursday 16 July; Monday 7 September; Tuesday 15 September.
• Interviews: Thursday 24 September 2026.
• Contract: Permanent.
• Salary: Level 18 – Level 24.
• Start date: January 2027.

For a confidential conversation about the role and to arrange a school visit, please contact Justin Burtt, Deputy Director of Education – [e-mail], 07503925439. The candidates selected for interview will be informed after short‑listing and provided with full interview details.

We are an equal opportunities employer. All information supplied by unsuccessful candidates will be destroyed after six months in accordance with our data retention policy.