Headteacher

ALL SAINTS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 79,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Sutton, London, is looking for an energetic Headteacher to lead a strong community. This role requires a proven leader who can maintain high standards and drive further improvement following an excellent Ofsted result. Candidates should bring exceptional interpersonal and management skills, with a commitment to developing both staff and students. Competitive salary package offered is between £79,157-£90,906 for permanent positions.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive staff team

Nurturing environment with high expectations

Qualifications

• Experienced Head or Deputy Headteacher with a strong vision.
• Ability to continue the school's improvement journey.
• Exceptional leadership and management skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Drive the Christian ethos in the school.
• Lead whole-school improvement efforts.
• Manage and develop staff and services.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Interpersonal skills

Drive for improvement

Job description

Headteacher

Location: Sutton, Surrey

Salary: L16-L22 (Outer London), £79,157-£90,906

Permanent

All Saints Benhilton CofE Primary School

All Saints Benhilton has a wonderful opportunity for an energetic, enthusiastic and sensitive Headteacher.

Due to the retirement of our current Headteacher, our oversubscribed, supportive and Christian community is looking for a new adaptable and committed leader. The role would be ideal for an existing Head or Deputy Headteacher with the skills to build upon our current strengths and the vision to develop our education provision for tomorrow.

The successful candidate will:

• continue to drive our strong Christian ethos, as exemplified by our 'Excellent' 2022 SIAMS grading
• have the ambition and drive to continue our whole-school improvement journey and commitment to outstanding success in all areas of school life
• possess exceptional leadership, management and interpersonal skills

We can offer:

• the challenge of taking our school to even higher levels, having achieved an excellent Ofsted result in 2025 with no areas of development
• a nurturing environment with high expectations for pupils and staff
• excellent opportunities for professional development
• a strong, committed staff team and supportive Governing Body

An Information Pack / Application Form is available to download via the HT advert which can be found in the supporting documents section or by clicking 'Apply'.

Visits to the School are highly encouraged; to arrange this, please contact SBM Jacqueline Barrett using the contact details above.

Closing date: 19 January 2026 at midday

Interviews: Tuesday 3rd and Wednesday 4th February 2026

Safeguarding Statement:

All Saints Benhilton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment.

At All Saints Benhilton we believe in, and are fully committed to Equality and Opportunity for all. All successful appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, verification of qualifications, satisfactory references in line with our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.