Headteacher

Lydbrook Primary School, Lydbrook, Gloucestershire, GL17 9PX

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  27 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  13 March 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: Between £60,144 – £71,329 pending pay award
• Pay scale: L7 - L14

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governing Body of Lydbrook Primary School is seeking an inspiring, values‑led and forward‑thinking Headteacher to lead our welcoming, community‑focused village school into the next exciting stage of its journey.

We are looking for a Headteacher who:

• Brings strong, credible leadership rooted in the values of Belonging, Empathy, Ambition and Resilience
• Can confidently lead teaching, learning and curriculum development, demonstrating a strong understanding of the current education landscape
• Has up-to-date knowledge of national expectations, including curriculum design, assessment practice, inclusive provision and the evolving Ofsted inspection framework
• Is committed to high-quality provision for pupils with SEND and understands the opportunities within current SEND reforms
• Can balance a teaching commitment with effective strategic leadership, modelling excellent classroom practice for staff
• Values and prioritises strong relationships with pupils, families, staff, governors and the wider community
• Is excited by the opportunities and challenges of leading a small, rural primary school and shaping its next chapter

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• Happy, kind and enthusiastic pupils who are proud of their school
• A highly experienced, caring and committed staff team
• A supportive and engaged governing body
• A strong sense of community with committed parents, carers and local partners
• A beautiful, well‑resourced environment with extensive opportunities for outdoor learning
• The chance to make a significant, lasting impact on a much‑loved village 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.

We warmly welcome visits to the school. To arrange a tour, please contact: clerk@lydbrook.gloucs.sch.uk.

Application forms and information packs are available from:-

Wendy Gallagher, Governor Services, Gloucestershire County Council

email: governor.services@gloucestershire.gov.uk

Telephone: 01452 427802

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.

About Lydbrook Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 84 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Lydbrook Primary School website
• Email address: governor.services@gloucestershire.gov.uk
• Phone number: 01452 427802
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/lydbrook-primary-school

Lydbrook Primary School
Lydbrook, Gloucestershire
NOR: 71
Nestled in the Wye Valley, our small school is known for its nurturing ethos, strong relationships, and commitment to ensuring every child is seen, valued, and able to flourish. We enjoy extensive outdoor learning spaces, a highly dedicated staff team and a community that takes great pride in its school. As we embed our refreshed school vision — Together we learn. Together we excel. — we are looking for a leader who can unite, motivate and guide our school family with clarity, compassion and ambition.

Arranging a visit to Lydbrook Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email governor.services@gloucestershire.gov.uk.

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