Headteacher - Steeple Claydon School and Preschool

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

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Steeple Claydon is seeking an experienced Headteacher to lead strategic improvements in school operations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive leadership experience, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to enhancing education for all pupils. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary based on experience and is vital to our continued school success.

Qualifications

• Sustained and successful senior leadership experience in a primary school.
• Experience in leading safeguarding and disadvantaged/SEN pupils.
• Ability to motivate a dedicated staff team.

Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee the school's ethos and strategic direction.
• Monitor progress towards achieving school objectives.
• Allocate and improve financial resources efficiently.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Team collaboration

Job description

Headteacher - Steeple Claydon School and Preschool

Location: Steeple Claydon

Our new Head Teacher will be an experienced and dedicated leader, and will work with Governors to shape the strategic direction of the school and continue our school improvement journey.

Salary Type: Leadership

Salary details: Headteacher Group 2 (L8 - L20, depending on experience)

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Interviews to be held: Friday, 10th of October 2025

About us

At Steeple Claydon School we believe that every child has the right to be amazing and have 'the chance to shine'. Our overriding principle is that we have high expectations and aspirations for all our children. Every day matters at school , therefore our mission is to provide a nuturing, fulfilling and rich curriculum and learning environment that takes our children on a journey, from the age of two years to eleven, to become independent, curious and active learners.

The headteacher will:
• Establish and sustain the school’s ethos and strategic direction together with the governing board and through consultation with the school community
• Establish and oversee systems, processes and policies so the school can operate effectively
• Identify problems and barriers to school effectiveness, and develop strategies for school improvement that are realistic, timely and suited to the school’s context
• Make sure these school improvement strategies are effectively implemented
• Monitor progress towards achieving the school’s aims and objectives and provide regular reports to the Governing Body on pupil progress, staff performance and financial status
• Allocate financial resources appropriately, efficiently and effectively and actively seek ways to improve the financial health of the school

About you

We are looking for an exceptional candidate who can evidence their sustained and successful senior leadership and management in a primary school setting. A candidate with a collaborative approach who can lead and motivate a team of dedicated staff, with experience in leading safeguarding and championing disadvantaged and SEN pupils.

As our new Headteacher, you will be forward thinking, innovative and dedicated to ensuring an outstanding education for all our pupils. You will have the adaptability and vision to navigate the evolving educational landscape while always keeping the needs and well-being of our children at the heart of your decisions.

We are seeking a strong, decisive leader who can inspire, motivate and collaborate with all members of the school community to drive improvements in teaching and learning.

You will bring clarity and strategic direction, supported by a committed leadership team and a proactive governing body.

Other information

Visits to the school are encouraged. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact our school office on the number below.

Please send completed application forms to the Chair of Governors, Rachael Johns to the email address below.

Steeple Claydon School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to safer recruitment procedures and an enhanced DBS check. Contact details of two referees must be provided on application, and these will be contacted before interviewing shortlisted candidates.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

• All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
• All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020 and2023).