Headteacher

Princefield First School; Penkridge; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Career progression across 7 schools

Employee Assistance Programme

Teachers Pension Scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free will writing service

Job summary

Princefield First School is inviting applications for a Headteacher to lead our school community from January 2027. The role focuses on developing strategic vision, driving excellence, and building strong relationships with families and the local community within the Penk Valley Academy Trust.

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership, a proven track record of improving outcomes, and a commitment to inclusivity and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification (essential).
• Leadership qualification (desirable).
• Effective leadership and motivational skills (essential).
• Integrity and focused approach (essential).

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing a strategic vision for the school.
• Driving educational excellence and improving outcomes for all students.
• Leading and inspiring a dedicated team of staff.
• Promoting a culture of inclusion, innovation, and continuous professional development.
• Building strong relationships with parents, stakeholders, and the local community.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Strategic thinking

Student welfare

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Leadership qualification

Job description

Your Role

Princefield First School, a proud member of the Penk Valley Academy Trust, is seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead our vibrant school community from January 2027.

We are proud of our strong community, dedicated staff team and commitment to ensuring every child thrives. As part of Penk Valley Academy Trust, the successful candidate will benefit from both the autonomy to lead their school and the support of a collaborative and ambitious Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to build on the school's strengths and shape the next stage of its development. We are seeking a leader who shares our commitment to high standards, inclusion and ensuring every pupil is known, valued and supported to achieve their full potential.

About the Role

• Developing and implementing a strategic vision for the school.
• Driving educational excellence and improving outcomes for all students.
• Leading and inspiring a dedicated team of staff.
• Promoting a culture of inclusion, innovation, and continuous professional development.
• Building strong relationships with parents, stakeholders, and the local community.

About You

• Demonstrates exceptional leadership and management skills.
• Has a proven track record of improving educational outcomes.
• Is passionate about student welfare and inclusivity.
• Can inspire and motivate staff, students, and the wider community.
• Is committed to innovation in teaching and learning.

What We Offer

In return, you will join a supportive and collaborative working environment, with:

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• The chance to lead a school with a strong reputation and ambitious plans for the future.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.

Key Dates Closing date for applications

Wednesday 14 October 2026 at 9am

Interviews

Monday 19 October 2026

Being part of Penk Valley Academy Trust

Penk Valley Academy Trust is the local academy Trust for the following schools: Marshbrook First School, Princefield First School, St John's First School, St Mary & St Chad CE First School, Penkridge Middle School, Wolgarston High School and The Rural Enterprise Academy.

The Trust's vision and ethos is encapsulated in our motto 'Learning Together'. Our main aim is to work collaboratively and take collective responsibility for ensuring that every child and young person in our Trust receives an excellent education, achieves high outcomes and realises their potential. All members of staff work incredibly hard to provide the very best education for every child in our care.

Employee benefits

1. Access to first class CPD opportunities
2. Genuine opportunities for career progression - with 7 schools within the academy
3. Professional assistance - you will have access to an Employee Assistance Programme
4. Pension - automatic enrolment into Teachers Pension Scheme
5. Discounted gym memberships
6. Cycle to Work Scheme
7. Free will writing service

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and responsibility. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

All staff working in the School during the school day will have contact with children and will therefore be in regulated activity.

To read our Safeguarding Policy click here School Policies | Princefield First School

To read our Recruitment & Selection Policy click here Trust-wide Policies and Statutory Information | Penk Valley Academy Trust

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Qualifications

Degree or equivalent qualification
essential

Hold a leadership qualification
desirable

Skills

Leadership

Effective leadership and motivational skills
essential

Personal Attributes

Integrity
essential

Focused

Safeguarding Information

Penk Valley Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school follows safer recruitment practices, and the successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

We are passionate about promoting British values, which is evident through our curriculum and the routines of our daily school life.

Where a role involves engaging in regulated activity it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.