Head of School
Brundall Primary School, Norwich, Norfolk, NR13 5JX4 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
15 May 2026 at 1am
Date listed
11 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- L12 to L16
Head of School job summary
Part of the City2Coast Primary Federation
Tel: 01493 378300
Email: exechead@cpfed.org
Website: https://www.brundallprimary.com/
Executive Headteacher: Jonathan Rice
- Salary - L12 to L16
- Permanent
- Full‑time
- Required September 2026
The City 2 Coast Federation is seeking an inspirational and committed Head of School to work in close partnership with the Executive Headteacher, leading one of our primary schools within the City2Coast Primary Federation – Brundall Primary School.
This is a key leadership role, focused on securing high‑quality teaching and learning, raising standards for all pupils, and sustaining a strong, shared ethos across the federation. The successful candidate will lead by example, motivate staff, and ensure the school continues to thrive at the heart of its community.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clear educational vision and leadership, securing effective teaching, learning, and achievement for all pupils
- Work collaboratively with the Executive Headteacher and leadership team to shape strategic direction and school improvement
- Lead, motivate, challenge and develop staff to deliver the highest standards through effective performance management and CPD
- Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching, pupil achievement, and progress using data, benchmarks, and targets
- Ensure the effective organisation, management, and administration of the school
- Promote a positive, inclusive culture and strong partnerships with pupils, parents, carers, governors, and the wider community
- Represent the school confidently to a range of audiences, including governors, parents, Ofsted, and external stakeholders
- Oversee the effective use of resources to ensure value for money and compliance with health and safety requirements
- Contribute to federation‑wide development and engage actively in community events to promote the City2Coast Federation
Accountability
The Head of School will be accountable to the Executive Headteacher for the efficient and effective running of the school and will contribute to:
- School self‑evaluation and improvement planning
- Monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on progress and outcomes
- Providing accurate local and national data as required
The Successful Candidate Will Have
- Proven leadership experience with a strong track record of school improvement
- The ability to inspire, support, and challenge staff to achieve their best
- A clear understanding of high‑quality teaching, learning, and assessment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Commitment to collaborative working within a federation model
- The ability to think creatively and strategically to anticipate challenges and identify opportunities
Why Join City2Coast Federation?
- A supportive and collaborative federation leadership structure
- Strong commitment to professional development and succession planning
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils, staff, and the wider community
- A values‑driven organisation with children at the heart of decision making
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Jonathan Rice - exechead@cpfed.org
How to apply
To download an application form , click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button.
Completed forms should be returned to – exechead@cpfed.org
Closing date: 15 May 2026
Interview date: w/c 18 May 2026
City2Coast Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Brundall Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 280 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Brundall Primary School website
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