Headteacher

Headteacher

Location: AylesburyContract Type: Full-timeSalary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a passionate and visionary leader ready to shape the future of a thriving primary school? We are seeking an inspirational Headteacher to provide outstanding professional leadership and strategic direction, ensuring the highest standards of education, safeguarding, and spiritual development.

Rooted in strong Christian values, the school fosters an inclusive, nurturing, and dynamic learning environment where both children and staff can flourish. As Headteacher, you will have full strategic and operational responsibility for all aspects of school life, working in close collaboration with governors, staff, pupils, and the wider community.

• Provide visionary leadership that drives continuous school improvement and academic excellence.

• Champion an inclusive and nurturing culture where every child is supported to reach their full potential.

• Promote and uphold the school's strong Christian ethos and values in all aspects of school life.

• Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding and pupil welfare.

• Develop and empower a dedicated team of staff through inspirational leadership and professional development.

• Forge strong partnerships with parents, the local church, and the wider community to enhance the school's success.

• Effectively manage school resources to ensure financial sustainability and operational efficiency.

We are seeking a charismatic and driven leader who is committed to making a real difference in children's lives. You will have:

• Proven leadership experience in a primary school setting, with a track record of school improvement.

• A deep understanding of curriculum development, teaching, and learning strategies to raise achievement.

• The ability to inspire, motivate, and empower staff and pupils to achieve their best.

• A commitment to Christian values and the ability to embed them into the school's culture.

• Strong skills in strategic planning, financial management, and operational leadership.

• A passion for inclusive education that ensures every child, regardless of background or ability, thrives.

This is a fantastic opportunity to elevate your career while making a lasting impact in a vibrant, supportive, and forward-thinking school community. You will have the autonomy to shape the school's future, backed by a committed governing body and an engaged parent community.

If you are ready to embrace challenges with confidence and lead with ambition, kindness, and excellence, we would love to hear from you!

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

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Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.