Head Teacher

West Byfleet Infant School, West Byfleet, Surrey, KT14 6EF

31 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  20 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  20 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Leadership L12 to L15

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governors of West Byfleet Infant School are seeking to appoint an exceptional, child‑centred Headteacher from September 2026 who will lead our school with passion, clarity, and integrity. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a thriving three form entry infant school and build on our strong foundations.

West Byfleet Infant School is a warm, inclusive and ambitious infant school where children are placed firmly at the heart of every decision. Guided by our vision of Belong · Inspire · Succeed, we aim to create a nurturing community where every child feels valued, grows in confidence, and develops a lifelong love of learning.

We Are Looking For a Leader Who Will:

Champion our vision and values in every aspect of school life

Inspire, motivate and empower staff through collaborative and compassionate leadership

Prioritise the wellbeing, safety and happiness of every child

Drive high‑quality teaching and learning across the Early Years and Key Stage 1

Build strong partnerships with families, governors, and the wider community

Lead with resilience, clarity and strategic insight in an ever-evolving educational landscape

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer:

A welcoming, supportive and dedicated staff team

Enthusiastic, curious and joyful children who love to learn

A committed governing body that shares our ambition for excellence

Strong community links and engaged families

Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth

A chance to make a long‑lasting impact in a highly respected infant school

We warmly encourage visits to the school so you can experience firsthand our nurturing environment and teaching and learning in action.

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.

For further information please download the Headteacher Recruitment Pack (Welcome letter from Chair of Governors, Person Specification, Job Description & other information)

Closing Date: Monday 20th April 2026 (Noon)

Shortlisting: Wednesday 22nd April 2026

Interview Dates: Wednesday 29th April & Friday 1st May 2026

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 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.

Privacy Notice for Job Applicants Final FINAL.pdf - 163 KB (opens in new tab)

WBIS Headteacher Recruitment Pack March 2026.pdf - 777 KB (opens in new tab)

Safeguarding statement 2025.pdf - 114 KB (opens in new tab)

About West Byfleet Infant School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 5 to 7
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 260 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: West Byfleet Infant School website
• Email address: sbm@wbis.org.uk
• Phone number: 01932 343260
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/west-byfleet-infant-school

Infant School for 270 pupils aged 4 to 7 years

Arranging a visit to West Byfleet Infant School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email sbm@wbis.org.uk.

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