Headteacher - Ickford School

Buckinghamshire Council; Ickford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A charming village primary school in Ickford is seeking an inspiring Headteacher to lead with warmth and vision. The role includes strategic leadership, curriculum development, and community engagement to ensure every child thrives academically and socially.

Qualifications

• Substantial leadership experience required.
• Proven track record of raising standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic leadership and curriculum development.
• Foster relationships with staff, students, and parents.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher

Job description

Our charming village primary school is looking for an inspiring Headteacher to lead with warmth, vision, and a passion for nurturing young minds. With small class sizes, dedicated staff, and strong community ties, this is a rare opportunity to shape a school where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to thrive. If you’re ready to bring your leadership to a setting where your impact will be deeply felt, we would love to hear from you.

Salary Type: Leadership

Salary details: L13-L18

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Interviews to be held: TBC

About us

At Ickford School, we value each child's individual abilities, gifts, and needs, and encourage all of our pupils to reach their full potential academically, personally, and socially. Our pupils are well-behaved, polite, and care for each other and their environment. Our school is full of happy pupils inspired by the challenges we provide for them.

About the role

As the Headteacher of a small village primary school that has achieved the top position in Buckinghamshire, you will be at the forefront of educational excellence. Your role will encompass strategic leadership, curriculum development, and fostering strong relationships with staff, students, and parents. You will lead by example, setting high standards and ensuring that every child receives a high-quality education tailored to their individual needs.

Your influence will extend beyond the classroom, engaging with the local community to create a supportive environment where children thrive academically and socially. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in a school that is both a beacon of educational achievement and a cornerstone of village life.

About you

The ideal candidate will be a qualified teacher with substantial leadership experience and a proven track record of raising standards. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to inspire, support, and challenge both staff and pupils.

You should possess a clear strategic vision, sound decision-making abilities, and a deep understanding of the primary curriculum. A passion for inclusive education, a commitment to safeguarding, and the ability to build strong relationships with parents, trustees, and the wider community are highly desirable.

Additional information

Visits to the school are warmly welcome. To arrange a visit or for more information about the role, please contact our school office. Completed application forms should be sent to the provided email address.

Under the Education Act 2002 (section 175), schools must make arrangements to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. All staff are required to pass on concerns related to a child's welfare, including risks from neglect or abuse, and staff will discuss concerns with parents or carers and refer to Social Care when appropriate.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; applicants must declare:

• All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
• All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020)

It is an offence to apply if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to necessary checks.