Headteacher (Burton Fields School)

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an inspirational Headteacher to lead a vibrant and inclusive junior school. This role requires a dedicated individual with a strong moral compass and a passion for school improvement. The successful candidate will champion children's rights and foster a supportive learning environment. With a dedicated staff team and fantastic children eager to learn, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact. If you are resilient, ambitious, and ready to guide a school towards excellence, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Bespoke induction and mentoring program

Supportive school community

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive values-driven ethos

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading school improvement and positively impacting pupil progress.
• Strong moral purpose with commitment to inclusion and equality of opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a passionate staff team to achieve outstanding outcomes for all pupils.
• Maintain a highly effective culture of safeguarding and uphold children's rights.

Skills

Leadership

Emotional Intelligence

School Improvement

Safeguarding

Inclusion and Equality

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Leadership Qualification

Job description

Central Co-operative Learning Trust and the Local Governing Board of Burton Fields School are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated school leader who is able to build on the extensive achievements of the school and continue the pursuit of excellence that has been forged by the current Headteacher and leadership team of the school.

Burton Fields School is a two-form entry junior school in Burton-Upon-Trent with a diverse, vibrant and inclusive community. As a UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting School, ensuring every child knows, understands and can access their rights underpins everything we do.

If you are a dedicated individual who is passionate about making a difference, who is determined, resilient, and ambitious for both the children and the staff, and understands that exceptional leadership requires visibility, presence, energy, and high emotional intelligence to navigate various situations effectively, then this could be the school for you.

We want a Headteacher who:

• Demonstrates a strong moral purpose
• Puts children first with the belief that all pupils can achieve, and an unwavering commitment to pursuing successful outcomes for all – academically, socially and emotionally
• Has a passion for school improvement and a proven track record of leading and positively impacting on pupil progress and attainment
• Champions the vulnerable and is committed to inclusion and equality of opportunity
• Sets and models high standards for self and others
• Has a coherent understanding of relevant and current educational policy and practice
• Has the knowledge and expertise to maintain a highly effective culture of safeguarding across the school
• Recognises and understands the importance of Children’s Rights, and is committed to continuing the school’s journey as a UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting School

We can offer a Headteacher:

• A diverse, supportive school community, with an inclusive, values-driven ethos that puts Children’s Rights at the heart of all we do
• Fantastic children who love to learn, love to achieve, and love to have their voices heard
• A passionate, dedicated staff team who truly make a difference to children's lives every day
• A strong curriculum and effective teaching and learning approaches designed to meet the needs of all our pupils
• A bespoke induction, mentoring and coaching programme, with bespoke mentoring on the day-to-day running of school from an experienced Headteacher
• A growing, supportive Trust dedicated to developing connections for Headteachers through membership of the Heads Executive Board, and for all staff through networks and professional development opportunities

Post: Headteacher

Start date: 1^st September 2025

Salary: Leadership scale 15-21

Application end date: 17:00 on the Tuesday 6^th May 2025

Shortlisting: Wednesday 7^th May 2025

Interviews: Tuesday 20^th May and Wednesday 21^st May 2025

School Website: www.burtonfieldsschools.com

Expression of interest call: please arrange a call with Rich Simcox by emailing [e-mail]

Potential candidates are welcome to visit the school on: Monday 31^st March, Monday 7^th April, or Wednesday 30^th April

Please email [e-mail] to arrange a visit.