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Headteacher

Long Sutton CofE Primary School, Langport, Somerset, TA10 9NT

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Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
9 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
24 February 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
Pay scale: L10 - L15

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a Head Teacher who:

is visible and approachable, leads by example and values teamwork and shared success
is a passionate educator with a clear vision for inspiring learning and raising achievement across the whole primary age range, including EYFS
is committed to developing and nurturing our Christian ethos and values whilst welcoming children and families of all faiths
is an excellent communicator, accomplished in building strong relationships with pupils, staff, families, governors and the wider school community
is strategic and forward-thinking, with the ability to lead with courage and compassion
is inclusive and committed to ensuring that every child thrives
values staff wellbeing and professional development
Please note that this role involves 1.5 days teaching per week and includes some lunchtime cove

What the school offers its staff

We are a rural Church of England primary school in South Somerset with 100 pupils on roll across 4 mixed-age classes and a further 25 children in our Toy Box pre-school. We strongly believe that all the school community should ‘Learn to love and love to learn’, a vision that is central to all that we do. The school has very close links with the local community, particularly Holy Trinity Church.

We offer a rich and creative curriculum supported by extra-curricular opportunities. The school enjoys a wide range of facilities including a large hall, beautiful grounds with 2 playgrounds, a large field and a wild garden area, and an outdoor swimming pool.

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.

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