Primary School Heateacher

Academics Ltd; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Primary School Headteacher for a school near Wallingford, starting in Spring Term 2026. The ideal candidate will bring their leadership skills to champion inclusivity and drive student success. Applicants should have experience in a senior leadership team and a strong background in pastoral care. This role offers excellent professional development and the opportunity to impact the school environment positively.

Benefits

New development opportunities

Excellent professional development

Committed governing body

Supportive SLT team

High expectations for student success

Qualifications

• Evidence of previous SLT role.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• Excellent understanding of pastoral care.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day running of the school including budget and safeguarding.
• Set standards for teaching and learning.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Pastoral care

Sound judgement

Knowledge of teaching legislation

Job description

Overview

Primary School Headteacher

Location: South Oxfordshire

Start Date: Spring Term 2026

Pay Scale: £58,569- £143,796

A welcoming and highly sought after primary school near Wallingford are searching for a Headteacher to join their leadership team from the beginning of the Spring Term 2026.

The perfect candidate for this Headteacher position will be someone who is passionate about making a positive impact on the pupils in their new school. They will be an inspiring and motivated individual who is seeking to refine their skills as a Headteacher or is wanting to take the step up from a current senior leadership position.

The school places importance on Inclusion and championing individual successes of each of its pupils. Therefore, the ideal candidate for this Headteacher role will be someone who embodies these qualities.

Responsibilities and requirements

• Evidence of previous SLT role
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• An excellent understanding of pastoral care and evidence of sound judgement when dealing with day-to-day running of the school i.e. school budget, safeguarding…
• Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence in leadership and setting a standard for teaching and learning
• Competent knowledge of teaching legislation

The School Offers

• The opportunity to be at the forefront of new development opportunities within the school environment
• Excellent professional development
• A committed and reliable governing body
• Friendly, hardworking SLT team environment
• High expectations of their students and a drive to exceed their set goals

The primary school is excited to welcome their new Headteacher at the beginning of the Spring Term 2026. If you are interested in the opportunity to take the next step in your teaching career and be a part of a thoughtful and forward-thinking primary school environment, please upload an up-to-date copy of your CV directly to this advert.

Academics LTD is a leading educational recruitment agency. Delivering continuity in the classroom