Headteacher (St John’s CE Primary School)

East Sussex County Council; Crowborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive colleagues

Dedicated leadership time

Community engagement

Job summary

East Sussex County Council is recruiting a Headteacher for St John’s CE Primary School in Crowborough, England. The school seeks an enthusiastic and inspirational leader who can build on strengths to take the school forward.

The successful candidate will foster strong Christian values and ensure children thrive academically and personally. Interviews will be held on September 24th and 25th, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status.
• Proven experience in a leadership role within a primary school setting.
• Understanding and commitment to safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school through a collective vision.
• Develop the school’s Christian values and academic standards.
• Ensure the best opportunities for children's flourishing.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Visionary thinking

Commitment to child welfare

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Experience in school leadership

Job description

Job Summary

Hours of work: Full time teacher’s hours. Working pattern: Full-time.

Closing date: 07 September 2026 noon; shortlisting will take place 9th September 2026.

Contact

St John’s CE Primary School, School Lane, St John’s Road, Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 1SD.
Phone: [phone].
Email: [e-mail].
Website: http://www.stjohnsprimary.org/

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Job Description

Following the retirement of our current Headteacher, the Governors at St John’s Church of England Primary School are seeking to recruit a new Headteacher to lead our successful and thriving school at the heart of its community. St John’s is a popular, one form entry primary school which was inspected by Ofsted and SIAMS in 2025. There is a healthy relationship with other local primary schools and St John the Evangelist Church next door to the school.

Responsibilities

• Be an enthusiastic and inspirational leader who can build on our strengths and achievements and continue to take the school forward through a collective vision.
• Continue to develop the school’s strong Christian values and ethos and high academic standards.
• Commit to ensuring that all children are given the best opportunity to flourish at school.
• Bring a sense of fun, energy and passion for learning, undertaking all aspects of the role with warmth and good humour.
• Value staff, governors and parents in a collective partnership to lead and inspire all the children and provide a secure foundation for their lives ahead.

Benefits

• A vibrant and exciting place to work.
• Happy, confident children who are willing to learn.
• A friendly and dedicated staff.
• Supportive, well‑informed governors and parents.
• Dedicated leadership and management time.

Interviews

Interviews will take place on 24th and 25th September 2026.

Mandatory Checks

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. The successful candidate must not be self‑declared as disqualified under the 2018 Regulations. Self‑declaration must be completed as part of pre‑employment checks. If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

Safeguarding and Welfare

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record. All school‑based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

About Us

St John’s CE Primary School is an active and thriving primary school that values community engagement and high standards of education. We are part of the Church of England community and we pride ourselves on a supportive, collaborative environment.