St. John’s Primary School is part of The SWAN Trust, a multi-academy trust comprised of 10 schools all within the Primary phase.
We are seeking a highly motivated, dedicated, and inspirational Headteacher to lead our school on its successful journey of improvement. Raising standards of attainment for all children will be a core focus, along with providing a secure, compassionate, and consistent environment where children and their families can thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build upon the school’s achievements and drive continuous improvement;
- Inspire and motivate staff and children, fostering a positive and inclusive school culture;
- Engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders within our Trust.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Share our values;
- Provide a clear vision, inspiration, and leadership;
- Establish and maintain high standards and expectations for teaching and learning;
- Be an excellent communicator, capable of developing strong relationships with children, staff, families, governors, and external stakeholders;
- Commit to working within a Multi-Academy Trust, acting in the best interests of the entire Trust, and contributing to its strategic direction.
What We Offer:
- A welcoming, diverse, and inclusive community where everyone is valued;
- Happy, well-motivated, and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning and take pride in their school;
- A caring, talented, energetic and committed staff team;
- Opportunities to shape and contribute to the future direction of the Trust;
- A supportive network of schools and senior leaders within the Trust;
- Opportunities for cross-school collaboration and sharing of best practices;
- A clear commitment to continuing professional development;
- Free onsite parking;
- Access to the Employee Assistance Programme;
- A Cycle to Work Scheme.
Additional Information:
Please refer to the Headteacher Recruitment Pack for detailed information on the job description, person specification, and additional insights about the school and The SWAN Trust.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon Monday 12th May 2025
Interview date: Thursday 22nd May 2025
We warmly welcome and highly recommend visits to the school, which can be arranged by calling to schedule a convenient time. We look forward to receiving your application.
St John's Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to demonstrably share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Shortlisted applicants will be required to supply details of any unspent convictions and conditional cautions and any 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). If you are appointed, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
All schools within The SWAN Trust welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.