Headteacher

Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Church of England Aided Primary School, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 5AR

25 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  12 March 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  9 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L6 - L12 £58,569 - £67,898 per annum

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are excited to be looking for an ambitious and inspirational leader to join us and help shape the next chapter of our school’s journey. We are seeking a Headteacher who will relish leading a small school: teaching alongside staff, building close relationships with pupils and parents, and working collaboratively with governors and the wider community. This role offers a rare opportunity to make a meaningful difference - shaping the educational experience of every child while sustaining the unique character of our school. One of the great joys of leading a small school is that every child, family and member of staff is truly known and cared for.

What the school offers its staff

Our school is a small, happy and nurturing place where every child is encouraged to shine their light and be the very best version of themselves, both in and beyond the classroom. We have high aspirations for all our pupils and work hard to provide a broad, stimulating and engaging curriculum that sparks curiosity and builds a lifelong love of learning. Our Christian values, words of power and vision run through everything we do, supporting children to develop not only academically, but also socially, emotionally and spiritually, so they leave us confident and well prepared for the next stage of their education.

Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Primary School sits at the heart of a vibrant village community. Volunteers and local residents regularly spend time in school, enriching children’s experiences, and the Church plays an important role in school life. Our bass-guitar-playing vicar is a familiar and much-loved presence, often leading collective worship. The Headteacher is well supported by a committed, collaborative governing body and a lively and enthusiastic Friends Group.

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

Chilmark Fonthill Bishop CE VA 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. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

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.

HT-Application-Pack-Final Chilmark.pdf - 4.95 MB (opens in new tab)

About Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Church of England Aided Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 55 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Church of England Aided Primary School website
• Email address: vicki.cliff@wiltshire.gov.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/chilmark-and-fonthill-bishop-church-of-england-aided-primary-school

Chilmark & Fonthill Bishop VA CofE Primary is a small village school set in the heart of rural Wiltshire close to the A303 and a main-line station in Tisbury. .

Arranging a visit to Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Church of England Aided Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email vicki.cliff@wiltshire.gov.uk.

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