Headteacher

London Borough of Hounslow; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Primary School in Feltham is seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead a newly merged primary school from January 2027. The post unites two sites into one high‑performing school with a clear future vision and strong support from governors and the community.

The successful candidate will raise standards across KS1 to KS2, embed improvements, lead curriculum development and manage the school’s budget within a challenging financial environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of raising standards and improving outcomes.
• Experience leading a primary school or complex school merger.
• Ability to work with governors, families and the community.

Responsibilities

• Unite two sites into one cohesive, high-performing primary school.
• Lead curriculum development and ensure high-quality teaching.
• Manage significant budgets and deploy resources effectively.
• Develop staff ambition and professional growth.
• Engage with governors and wider community.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budget management

School improvement

Inclusion

Job description

HEADTEACHER

Location: Cardinal Primary School, Cardinal Road, Feltham TW13 5AL

Closing Date: 25/09/2026

• Start Date: January 2027
• Salary: L20 – L26 £89,801 - £103,335 (Outer London)

Are you ready to lead the next chapter of our school’s journey? Do you have what it takes to lead the school into its next phase?

We are seeking an exceptional, experienced and inspirational leader to become the Headteacher of Cardinal Primary School in Feltham (formed through the merger of Cardinal Road Infant & Nursery School and Victoria Junior School). This is a rare opportunity to lead a newly merged primary school at a pivotal stage in its development and to shape its long‑term future.

The incoming Headteacher will be responsible for leading the next phase of the school’s development by:

• Fully uniting two sites into one cohesive, high-performing primary school
• Embedding recent improvements and ensuring they are sustained over time
• Raising standards of teaching, learning and attainment across all key stages
• Ensuring that strong foundations in Key Stage 1 are consistently built upon in Key Stage 2
• Strengthening inclusion so that all pupils, including those with SEND and complex needs, achieve their full potential
• Providing strategic leadership in a financially challenging environment

The Successful Candidate Will Be Expected To:

• Provide clear, ambitious and strategic leadership that secures sustained school improvement
• Build a culture of high expectations, accountability, professional trust and collaboration
• Lead curriculum development and ensure consistently high-quality teaching across the school
• Make evidence-informed decisions that improve outcomes for all learners
• Manage significant budgets effectively, ensuring resources are deployed for maximum impact
• Lead and develop staff, inspiring high performance while supporting professional growth
• Work in strong partnership with governors, families and the wider community
• Lead change confidently, bringing together stakeholders behind a shared vision for the school

Through Effective Leadership, The Headteacher Will Ensure That:

• Cardinal Primary School becomes a fully unified, high-performing school
• Outcomes for all pupils improve, with particular focus on progress from KS1 to KS2
• High expectations and inclusion are embedded across the school culture
• Teaching and learning are consistently strong and impactful
• The school operates sustainably within its financial constraints while maximising impact for pupils
• Staff are motivated, well-supported and professionally developed
• The school makes a lasting, positive difference to the lives of children and families it serves

We Are Seeking a Leader Who:

• Has a proven track record of raising standards and improving outcomes
• Is an experienced, resilient and strategic school leader
• Has the courage to make difficult decisions in the best interests of children
• Can unite staff, pupils and stakeholders behind a shared vision
• Demonstrates strong financial and resource management skills
• Is committed to inclusion and high expectations for all learners
• Can lead sustained change and school improvement over time

This role would suit an experienced Headteacher or an exceptional Deputy Headteacher (or equivalent) with substantial whole-school leadership experience and a proven record of driving improvement. If you are passionate about education and are seeking an exciting career opportunity, we can offer you an enriching and rewarding Headship.

This is a significant leadership opportunity to shape the future of a newly merged primary school. The successful candidate will not only inherit strong foundations but will play a defining role in building an outstanding school for the future. If you are motivated by challenge, driven by high standards and passionate about improving children’s life chances, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Informal visits are warmly encouraged and strongly recommended. Please contact the school office on: 020 8890 6306 to make an appointment. Further information about the school can be found on the school websites at

Our school is proud of its commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share in this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure