Headteacher

Midsomer Norton Primary; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers Pension Scheme

CPD opportunities

On-site parking

Job summary

Pyrland School in Taunton is seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead the school into its next phase of growth and development. This outstanding leadership opportunity requires a visionary leader who can uphold high standards of behaviour, achievement and personal development while working with the Trust, Local Governing Body and community.

The role includes financial and operational responsibility, safeguarding, and ensuring excellent teaching and curriculum delivery across all key stages.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status.
• Senior leadership experience in a secondary setting.
• Proven track record of raising standards and sustained improvement.
• Demonstrates strong strategic thinking and system leadership.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Sound financial and organisational acumen.
• Commitment to inclusion and ensuring every pupil matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to secure the school vision and high standards of behaviour, achievement and development.
• Ensure high-quality teaching and learning with strong pupil progress.
• Develop a broad, balanced curriculum including outdoor learning and character development.
• Lead self-evaluation and improvement planning aligned with Trust priorities.
• Manage resources effectively for sustainability and value for money.
• Build partnerships with parents, schools and the local community.
• Lead staff development and performance management, safeguarding pupils and staff.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Senior leadership

Raising standards

Communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

**Role: Headteacher****Location: Pyrland School, Taunton****Start Date: January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter****Closing Date: 9am Monday 9th November 2026****Interview Date: 19th and 20th November 2026****Salary: L33 - L43 (start point within the scale negotiable depending on experience)****An outstanding leadership opportunity**Pyrland School is a Church of England over-subscribed secondary school for up to 1050 pupils aged 11 - 16 in Taunton. The school is seeking an exceptional Headteacher to provide visionary leadership as the school enters its next phase of growth and development. This is a rare opportunity for a leader who values high standards in behaviour and conduct of pupils, to combine strategic ambition with operational excellence, ensuring that every pupil can thrive academically and socially.In this role you will have responsibility for the leadership and management of the school, fostering a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement. You will work collaboratively with the Trust, Local Governing Body, staff, parents and the wider community to secure outstanding outcomes for all pupils and strengthen the school’s reputation as a centre of excellence in Taunton.**Key responsibilities include:*** Providing clear strategic leadership that secures the school vision and promotes high standards of behaviour, achievement and personal development* Ensuring consistently high-quality teaching and learning so that all students make strong progress* Developing a broad balanced curriculum including opportunities for outdoor learning and character development* Leading robust self-evaluation and school improvement planning aligned with Trust priorities* Managing resources effectively to ensure sustainability, efficiency and value for money* Building strong partnerships with parents, carers, local schools and community organisations* Leading and developing staff to their full potential through effective performance management and professional development* Ensuring safeguarding is robust and that the wellbeing of all students and staff is paramount**We are seeking an ambitious and resilient leader who:*** Holds Qualified Teacher Status* Has successful senior leadership experience within a secondary school setting* Has a proven track record of raising standards and securing sustained improvement* Demonstrates strong strategic thinking and system leadership skills* Is an excellent communicator, able to inspire confidence and build productive relationships* Has sound financial and organisational acumen* Is committed to inclusion equality and ensuring that every pupil mattersApplications are welcomed from experienced Headteachers and from senior leaders ready to take the next step into headship.We offer a competitive salary, along with access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme, providing a secure retirement income and family protection. Your terms and conditions of employment are in line with the nationally agreed Burgundy Book, which provides a strong foundation of entitlements. In addition to these national entitlements, we also offer a range of local benefits that support your well-being and professional development, including:* A confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)* Funded continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities* Cycle to Work Scheme* Free eye tests and flu vaccinations* On-site free parking and low-cost cateringTeachers also have access to a range of national discount schemes, such as the Blue Light Card, offering additional savings on shopping, travel, and leisure.### AttachmentsData Protection and Data Breach PolicyMNSP Recruitment BrochureTrust Annual Report 2025AWI Letter to PYR HT Prospective Candidates.docx2609 - Headteacher - Pyrland Academy - JD and Person Spec.docx### Safeguarding Statement:Pyrland School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.