Strategic Primary School Headteacher: Lead & Inspire

Step Teachers Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail discounts

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Well-being support

Job summary

Step Teachers Ltd in Norwich is seeking a Head Teacher for a thriving primary school with nursery provision. This permanent, full-time leadership role starts January 2027 within a supportive multi-academy trust.

You will provide strategic leadership, drive improvements in teaching and outcomes, and develop staff while ensuring safeguarding remains central to all practices and building strong relationships with pupils, families and governors.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and primary leadership experience.
• Proven ability to raise standards and lead school improvement.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic vision with strong operational leadership.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the school.
• Drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and pupil outcomes.
• Lead, inspire, and develop staff at all levels.
• Oversee school improvement planning and curriculum development.
• Ensure safeguarding remains central to all practices.
• Work with trust leaders to deliver long-term success.
• Build relationships with pupils, families, governors and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Curriculum knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Step Teachers Ltd in Norwich is seeking a Head Teacher for a thriving primary school with nursery provision. This permanent, full-time leadership role starts January 2027 within a supportive multi-academy trust.

You will provide strategic leadership, drive improvements in teaching and outcomes, and develop staff while ensuring safeguarding remains central to all practices and building strong relationships with pupils, families and governors.