Headteacher
Jesson's Church of England Primary School, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 2AQ25 days remaining to apply
Start date details
January 2027 or earlier
Closing date
15 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
21 May 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: Full Time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Between £80,655 and £93,424
Pay scale
- L19 to L25
What skills and experience we're looking for
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking a Headteacher who will:
•take decisive ownership of school improvement and drive rapid, purposeful change
•elevate the quality of teaching, learning and curriculum across every phase
•use evidence, data and professional insight to secure sustained progress for all pupils
•grow capacity, confidence and leadership within a large and diverse staff team
•communicate with clarity, conviction and a strong sense of direction
•lead confidently within a rich, diverse and inclusive community
•champion inclusion, belonging and mutual respect across school life
•uphold, model and deepen Jesson’s Christian ethos and values
•work in strong, solution-focused partnership with the Trust and Local School Board
•place safeguarding, integrity and professional responsibility at the heart of leadership
What the school offers its staff
What the Trust Offers
As a Headteacher within Elements Diocesan Learning Trust, you will benefit from:
•A strong Christian foundation, aligned with the Church of England’s Vision for Education, and clear support to lead Jesson’s vision with integrity.
•A structured and comprehensive induction, including mentoring, coaching and guided onboarding to ensure a confident transition into the role.
•Strategic leadership support from the Trust’s executive team, providing professional challenge, expert guidance and regular opportunities for reflection.
•Established leadership networks, enabling collaboration with fellow Headteachers and access to Trust-wide professional learning.
•High-quality professional development and leadership training to support ongoing growth and career progression.
•A committed Local School Board, offering strong governance, constructive challenge and community insight.
•A diverse and ambitious school community, characterised by inclusion, belonging and mutual respect.
•A capable and dedicated staff team, supported through clear expectations, professional development and a culture of collaboration.
•Robust operational support in safeguarding, HR, finance, data and school improvement
•A commitment to leader wellbeing, recognising the demands of headship and supporting sustainable effectiveness.
•The opportunity to shape the next phase of Jesson’s development, strengthening its Christian distinctiveness and securing excellent outcomes for pupils.
Further information about the job
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
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Jesson's Church of England Primary School
- School type
- Academies, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 746 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- lmaskell@edlt.org.uk
About Jesson's
Jesson’s Church of England Primary School is a large, inclusive primary with just over 700 pupils, serving a diverse community in central Dudley. The school benefits from a modern building with well-equipped learning spaces, a thriving Nursery and Time for Twos provision, and an on-site kitchen providing freshly prepared meals. We also host a 14-place Local Authority commissioned SEND Base, strengthening our capacity to meet a wide range of additional needs. Jesson’s is supported by dedicated staff and engaged families, working together to help every child be the best they can be.
School Website: https://www.jessons-school.org.uk/
About the Trust
Elements Diocesan Learning Trust was established in 2021 by four founding schools to provide a strong, collaborative base for like-minded primary schools across the Diocese of Worcester and, in particular, the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley. From the outset, the Trust has been committed to welcoming further church and non-church schools into a family that values each school’s unique identity while working collectively to strengthen provision.
The Trust comprises:
• Christ Church Church of England Primary School
• Church of the Ascension Church of England Primary School
• Jesson’s Church of England Primary School
• Pedmore Church of England Primary School
• St Mary’s Church of England Primary School
Following the retirement of our previous CEO, formerly the Headteacher of one of our founding schools, the Trust continues to build on strong foundations and a clear strategic direction. We have enjoyed a strong, reciprocal relationship with the Diocese of Worcester Multi Academy Trust (DoWMAT) since our formation and are now exploring a potential merger. This reflects our shared commitment to long-term sustainability, collaboration and securing the best possible provision for our schools and communities.
Our strategic plan sets out the Trust Board’s priorities for the next phase of development, shaping both Trust-level action plans and each school’s development plan.
Our vision, “Together we flourish in the love of God,” underpins everything we do. We value the individual nature of each school within our family and believe that every person is a unique and precious gift, created with purpose and value. We nurture each person as a child of God, recognising their inherent potential. Through justice and equity, we foster an inclusive environment where every individual is seen, valued and empowered to succeed, and where diversity is celebrated and each person’s unique gifts are honoured.
Trust website: https://edlt.org.uk/
Arranging a visit to Jesson's Church of England Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email lmaskell@edlt.org.uk.
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