Headteacher
Burton End Primary Academy, Haverhill, Suffolk, CB9 9DE27 days remaining to apply
Start date details
April or September 2026
Closing date
14 November 2025 at 12am (midnight)
Date listed
16 October 2025
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
Full-time equivalent salary
- £78,702 to £91,158 per annum (L18-L24) (Teachers’ Pension Scheme / STPCD / national conditions)
Headteacher job summary
Headteacher – Burton End Primary Academy - Unity Schools Partnership
Location: Haverhill, Suffolk
Salary: £78,702 to £91,158 per annum (L18-L24) (Teachers’ Pension Scheme / STPCD / national conditions)
Job start: April or September 2026
Job term: Full time, Permanent
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Are you a passionate, visionary leader ready to shape the future for our learners?
Burton End Primary Academy, part of Unity Schools Partnership, is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Headteacher to lead our thriving and inclusive school community into its next exciting chapter. Located in the heart of Haverhill, Burton End is a place where learning is joyful, aspirations are high, and every child is nurtured to believe in themselves and their ability to succeed. Our dedicated staff and engaged families work together to create a school environment that is warm, inclusive, and ambitious for all.
About Us:
We are a popular and diverse primary school committed to academic excellence, inclusion, and the personal development of every child. We proudly celebrate the uniqueness of our pupils and champion a learning culture rooted in kindness, respect, resilience and ambition. In 2020, we opened a hub to cater for 12 KS1 children with a range of complex needs. In September, we expanded the hub to also include KS2 children providing a primary pathway for our children with complex needs.
Following our recent Ofsted inspection in 2025, we are delighted to share that inspectors said: “Pupils feel proud to attend this welcoming and inclusive school. They are kind and respectful towards each other. Staff know pupils well and build strong, trusting relationships.” “The school is ambitious for pupils and is improving rapidly.” “Leaders are determined that all pupils, including those with SEND, achieve well. Staff provide effective support to ensure that pupils access the full curriculum.” We are proud of this recognition and are looking for a leader who can continue to drive this positive momentum forward.
The Opportunity:
We are looking for a strategic and inspiring Headteacher who:
- Has a strong track record of improving outcomes for all pupils, including those with SEND and EAL.
- Champions every child’s wellbeing, development, and individual potential.
- Leads with integrity, ambition, inclusivity, and clarity of purpose.
- Builds a strong and collaborative culture with staff, pupils, families, and the wider community.
In Return, We Offer:
- A supportive and forward-thinking Trust: As part of Unity Schools Partnership, you’ll join a collaborative network of leaders and educators who share knowledge, resources, and best practice.
- A culture of professional development: Access to expert training through Unity’s Teaching School Hub, Research School, and Unity Institute, including executive coaching and leadership mentoring.
- Innovation at your fingertips: With our Trust-wide digital strategy, pupils in Years 4 to 6 have access to 1:1 iPads, supporting modern, research-informed teaching.
- Wellbeing and work-life balance: Including a two-week October half term, flexible working options, and access to a comprehensive staff benefits package.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're passionate about primary education and excited to lead Burton End into its next phase of growth, we would love to hear from you.
Unity Schools Partnership is an ambitious and ethical Multi-Academy Trust of over 40 schools, with a vision for all schools to achieve top quartile performance by 2028. With a nationally recognised curriculum (CUSP) and evidence-based practice at its heart, the Trust is committed to excellence, inclusion, and educational equity.
For more information about Burton End Primary Academy, please visit: www.burtonendschool.co.uk
For an informal discussion, visit, or to find out more about the role, please contact Stephen Astley, Executive Director of Education (Mainstream) on sastley@unitysp.co.uk or 07711 486791.
Closing Date: noon, Friday 14th November 2025
Interviews: Thursday 27th November 2025
We value diversity, inclusion, and flexible working. Whether you’re seeking a full-time role or would prefer a job share or flexible arrangement, we are happy to explore options that help you thrive professionally and personally. We actively encourage applicants from under-represented backgrounds to apply. Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Unity Schools Partnership – welcoming diversity.
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Commitment to safeguarding
Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.
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View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Burton End Primary Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 446 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Burton End Primary Academy website
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