Head Teacher

Beechwood Primary School, Reading, Berkshire, RG5 4JJ

24 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  16 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  23 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L15-L19

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a leader with a strong, proven track record of success, who has:

A passion for curriculum development.

Demonstrates optimism and positivity and has a strong track record of successfully developing staff.

Is creative, resilient and effective in enabling staff to be successful.

Has a strong track record in securing strong outcomes for all pupilsIs committed to work in partnership and collaboration with other schoolsIs innovative and keen to challenge educational practices to improve outcomes for pupils.

Inspires school communities to become successful.

Is committed to working collaboratively with other schools within Frays Academy Trust.

The Head Teacher will have overall responsibility for implementing the current school improvement priorities, working with the school improvement team and Governing Body, as well as being responsible for the operational management and performance of Beechwood.

What the school offers its staff

The successful candidate will play a key role in the strategic leadership of the school and the Multi Academy Trust as a whole. In addition to a competitive salary, the successful candidate will receive first-rate leadership development, a sustained commitment from Frays Academy Trust to his or her professional and career development, as well as regular coaching and mentoring from the Executive leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional senior leader who can demonstrate a substantial track record of leadership success, particularly with regards to pupil performance and developing community links.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Online searches will form part of pre-employment checks on shortlisted candidates and the successful candidate will need to provide evidence for an enhanced DBS.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Beechwood Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 295 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Beechwood Primary School website
• Email address: nblinco@fraysacademytrust.org
• Phone number: 0118 9695976
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/beechwood-primary-school-reading

Explore Discover Achieve
Beechwood Primary School is a thriving school in the centre of Woodley, Reading, which is at the heart of the local community with approximately 250 pupils. The school is on a rapid journey of school improvement and the Trust are looking to appoint an inspirational, motivated and driven leader for the school.

Arranging a visit to Beechwood Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email nblinco@fraysacademytrust.org.

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