Headteacher

Wiltshire; England; On-site; GBP 71,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational trust is seeking a Headteacher for St Mary’s Church of England Primary School in England. This permanent, full-time role requires a motivated leader committed to fostering high-quality teaching and learning. The ideal candidate will inspire staff and pupils, articulate a vision of educational excellence, and maintain relationships with stakeholders. With professional development opportunities available, this is a chance to lead in a supportive environment. Applications must be submitted via the trust's recruitment email.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive parent body

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Must have experience in leading a school or educational organization.
• Ability to inspire and develop others.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of teaching and support staff.
• Inspire and motivate staff and pupils.
• Develop and articulate a vision for educational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent teaching practices

Relationship building

Inclusive education commitment

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Salary

£71,330 - £82,654 (L14 – L20)

Hours of work

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

A bit about us

This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust via [e-mail] for further information.

The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust is delighted to advertise for the post of Headteacher at St Mary’s Church of England Primary School. This is a permanent, full-time position from 13 April 2026.

This role provides an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced leader to lead a team of passionate teaching and support staff to ensure high quality teaching and learning.

We are looking for someone who can inspire and develop others, who understands what excellent teaching and learning looks like and is a passionate and inclusive leader. You need to be able to galvanise trust and confidence with internal stakeholders, the local community and external partners, and support children and adults to flourish. We are also looking for someone to share good practice across the Trust family of schools.

You must be committed to what it means to be part of a Church of England Trust and to being an excellent Church school leader.

The Trust offers an extensive range of opportunities for professional development and learning, and we will be supportive of your leadership journey and career development. The pastoral care of our Headteachers is also an important part of who we are as an organisation, knowing that Headteachers care very deeply for all they serve but often do not prioritise their own wellbeing. You will be valued for who you are and what you bring to the Trust.

All about the role

We are looking for someone who:

• Can clearly articulate a compelling vision of educational excellence
• Is passionately committed to the distinctive Church of England ethos of the school
• Inspires, leads and motivates all staff and pupils to give of their best
• Is committed to the Trust’s vision of inclusive education
• Can build excellent relationships with all stakeholders
• Is committed to collaboration with neighbouring schools and wider Trust schools.

We can offer you

• The full and able support of senior leaders, staff and local governors who are ambitious for the school.
• The opportunity to be part of an extended leadership team across the Trust.
• CPD, professional support and career development in a highly successful and growing organisation.
• A supportive parent body.

St Mary’s Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate.

St Mary’s Church of England Primary School is an academy and is part of the Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust (DGAT).

Find out more and apply

Application form and information pack available from the Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust website http://www.dgat.org.uk/ or from Mrs Vicki Cowan at [e-mail].

Closing date (and time)

5.00pm Monday 12 January 2026

Interview date

23 January and 26 January 2026

Commencement date

13 April 2026

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

All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

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