Headteacher

Cam Hopton Church of England Primary School, Dursley, Gloucestershire, GL11 5PA

56 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  12 April 2027

• Closing date

  4 January 2027 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  9 November 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: The Governors of Cam Hopton VA Church of England Primary School are seeking to appoint a highly effective Headteacher to lead our thriving and successful school on a full time basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and inspirational leader to build on our strengths and guide the school through the next stage of its development.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L12-L18

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a Headteacher who:

• Is an inspirational and strategic leader with a clear vision for educational excellence.
• Has a proven track record of securing high standards and strong outcomes for all pupils.
• Will nurture and develop the school's distinctive Christian character and values.
• Is committed to inclusion, wellbeing and the personal development of every child and member of staff.
• Builds positive relationships founded on trust, collaboration, and mutual respect.
• Can work effectively with governors, staff, parents, the Diocese, and the wider community.
• Is passionate about enabling children and adults to grow and achieve their God-given potential.
• Can effectively plan and implement a budget and manage resources.

What the school offers its staff

The school is located in the semi-rural setting of Upper Cam near Dursley Gloucestershire. Cam lies on the edge of the Cotswolds between Bristol and Gloucester, with easy access to the surrounding countryside and the facilities of neighbouring Dursley.

The school has good road links to Bristol, Cheltenham and Gloucester via the A38 and M5.

We can offer:

• Happy, enthusiastic, and motivated children who enjoy learning and are proud of their school.
• An experienced, highly skilled and committed staff team.
• Supportive, ambitious, and engaged governors.
• Strong partnerships with parents, St George's Church, and the wider community.
• A warm, caring, and inclusive school environment rooted in Christian values.
• The opportunity to shape and influence the future direction of our school.

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.

Cam Hopton VA Church of England Primary School, Hopton Road, Upper Cam, Dursley, GL11 5PA

Leadership Scale: L12-L18

Start Date: 12 April 2027

Number on Roll: 210 pupils

Closing Date: 12 noon, 4 January 2027

Interview dates 18 & 19 January 2027

Applications should be sent to admin@camhopton.gloucs.sch.uk

Please read the application pack for further details.

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.

Headteacher Application Pack Cam Hopton Primary School.pdf - 444 KB (opens in new tab)

About Cam Hopton Church of England Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 208 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Cam Hopton Church of England Primary School website
• Email address: admin@camhopton.gloucs.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01453542763
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cam-hopton-church-of-england-primary-school

Situated in a semi-rural setting, our school lies at the heart of a welcoming and supportive community. Strong partnerships with families, St George's Church, the Diocese and the wider local area create an environment where every child is valued as an individual and encouraged to develop confidence, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

Arranging a visit to Cam Hopton Church of England Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@camhopton.gloucs.sch.uk.

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