Headteacher

Alexandra Primary School, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 6SE

3 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026 or January 2027

• Closing date

  1 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  28 April 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
• Full-time equivalent salary: £84,768 - £94,322 per annum

What skills and experience we're looking for

HEADTEACHER

REQUIRED FROM SEPTEMBER 2026 OR JANUARY 2027

Group 3 Outer London

Are you the outstanding new Headteacher we are seeking for this exceptional opportunity? Can you work with our fantastic staff to build upon the impressive work of our outgoing Head, embracing our commitment to inclusion, well-being, professional development, collaboration and a coaching culture? If you are:

• a resilient, thoughtful leader who can inspire staff and help every child develop a lifelong love of learning

• intellectually curious

• emotionally intelligent and mature

• a strategic thinker who is also at home with handling everyday challenges as needed

• and have a real passion for making sure every child can thrive no matter their starting point

…then, we would love to meet you!

The Governing Body of Alexandra Primary School invites applications from inspirational and ambitious leaders to take our "Outstanding" school into its next chapter.

Having successfully transitioned to a full primary in 2019, Alexandra is a top-performing school (ranked 77th nationally - The Times Top 1000 Schools 2026) where high expectations and kindness go hand-in-hand. We are looking for a strategic thinker who will bring our Long Term Vision 2030 to life while maintaining the warm, inclusive, and nurturing community that is our hallmark.

We are seeking a leader who will bring energy, drive and empathy to leading our much-loved school and who will:

• Deliver our Vision 2030: Lead our strategy, ensuring we remain at the forefront of pedagogical and digital innovation.

• Promote Excellence: Inspire and support our children and staff to achieve their best, ensuring high standards of attainment remain a priority.

• Nurture the Individual: Maintain our inclusive ethos, ensuring that every child thrives regardless of their starting point.

• Navigate Transition: Lead the school’s journey toward full membership within the Bourne Education Trust during the early years of incumbency.

• Communicate with Integrity: Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, acting as a visible and authentic ambassador for the school.

• Manage Strategically: Work with the Governing Body and Trust to ensure financial sustainability and effective resource management.

Please apply via the eteach website.

CVs will not be accepted.

Key Dates:

• School Tours: 14th April – 30th April 2026

• Applications Close: 1st May 2026 at 12:00 noon

• Assessment & Interviews: 21st & 22nd May 2026

Visits to the School:

You are warmly invited to visit our school to experience our unique culture firsthand. Please contact our Personnel Officer by email hr@alexandra.school or through the school office 020 8546 7176 to arrange a tour between 14th April and 30th April.

Safeguarding Statement:

Alexandra Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

In accordance with KCSIE, an online search will be carried out on shortlisted candidates.

References will be sought for shortlisted candidates.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal record self-declaration form, which must be returned to the school one day prior to the interview at the latest. If we do not receive your completed declaration form, we reserve the right to withdraw the offer of interview.

All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, thorough references will be sought and must be deemed satisfactory by the school, and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check and medical clearance. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

Equal opportunities

Alexandra Primary School is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils, and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, maternity, paternity, marital/civil partnership status.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• A school of choice: A highly successful, over-subscribed school with a national reputation for excellence.

• A vibrant learning environment: Modern facilities including a nursery and a designated Forest School space, located minutes from Richmond Park.

• A dedicated team: Talented and welcoming teaching and support staff, including an experienced Senior Leadership Team.

• Strategic continuity: An Associate membership with the Bourne Education Academy Trust (BET), providing a clear pathway for innovation and collaboration.

• Engaged stakeholders: Supportive parents, a committed Governing Body, and a positive, calm learning environment for every child.

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

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Headteacher applicant pack April 2026.pdf - 474 KB (opens in new tab)

About Alexandra Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 460 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Alexandra Primary School website
• Email address: hr@alexandra.school
• Phone number: 020 8546 7176
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/alexandra-primary-school

Arranging a visit to Alexandra Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@alexandra.school.

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