Head of School
Northleigh CofE Primary School, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 1QS14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
January 2027 or sooner
Closing date
8 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
24 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other leadership roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L9 to L13
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a Head of School who is passionate about education and committed to ensuring that all children experience a rich, broad, and engaging curriculum. The successful candidate will empower staff to be flexible, creative, and forward-thinking in their practice, and will enable innovation and the development of new ideas across the whole school.
You will create the conditions for strong teaching and learning to thrive, supporting high expectations and very good progress while promoting a positive and sustainable work-life balance. A key aspect of the role is fostering a happy, safe, and engaging environment where children flourish and staff feel supported to learn from one another.
As Head of School, you will work alongside the Executive Headteacher to build sustained success and a strong school reputation, instilling confidence and pride within the school community. You will inspire others to aspire to greater achievement and demonstrate a clear commitment to professional development both your own and that of the team you lead.
If this vision of leadership reflects your values and experience, we would love to hear from you.Early Years Leader Responsibilities
What the school offers its staff
In return, we will offer:
- A fully supportive and inclusive environment
- A genuine commitment to staff well-being
- A commitment to staff development and CPD
- An opportunity to work with colleagues across our Trust schools
Further information about the job
Please see the attached recruitment pack for all details.
If you would like to visit, please email NPSoffice@metacademies.org.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Mercian Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
All positions are subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post, which will include an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for the children’s workforce and a Children’s Barred List check.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Northleigh CofE Primary School
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 196 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Northleigh CofE Primary School website
- Email address
- NPSOffice@metacademies.org.uk
Northleigh CE Primary School is a friendly, welcoming school situated on the northern edge of Great Malvern in Worcestershire. We provide education to pupils from both the town and surrounding countryside. Northleigh is characterised by its caring ethos and its focus to develop high quality learning opportunities. As a Voluntary Controlled Church of England School, we have strong connections with St Peter's Church.
Arranging a visit to Northleigh CofE Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email NPSOffice@metacademies.org.uk.
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