Headteacher of Stanford Primary School

Stanford Junior School, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 5PR

32 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  18 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  14 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
• Full-time equivalent salary: £76,772 - £88,951
• Pay scale: L17 - L23

What skills and experience we're looking for

This vacancy relates to STANFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL, a new all-through primary.

We are seeking to appoint the first headteacher of a new all-through primary, Stanford Primary School. This vacancy has arisen due to the planned merger of Stanford Infant School and Stanford Junior School in September 2026.

This is an exciting time to join the new school. It is a rare opportunity for a dynamic and inspirational leader to really make a difference and shape the future.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a proven track record of successful school leadership
• Have proven commitment to and/or teaching or leadership experience across the whole primary phase, from EYFS through to KS1 and KS2
• Have the skills to develop and articulate a shared vision and strategic plan that inspires and motivates the whole school community, working in partnership with governors and others
• Have the people skills to build a cohesive and collaborative staff team
• Have experience of leading significant and successful organisational change
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to inclusion and diversity
• Be a skilled communicator who is able to build positive relationships with all stakeholders

What the school offers its staff

The school is located in the heart of Brighton, a city with a reputation as a great place to live and work. It is known for its unique character as a diverse and inclusive city with a vibrant culture and a strong community feel.

Both existing schools are rightly proud of their history, identity and achievements. Both have a strong record of success and have been rated Good by Ofsted. Both are committed to ensuring that every child feels valued and inspired to achieve their full potential. Both have a focus on creativity, offer a broad curriculum and value enrichment activities.

You will find a talented and committed staff team; an active and engaged parent community; a supportive governing body committed to your success; a strong community feel; and children who are a delight.

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.

Visits to school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged. Proposed dates for visits are 2 and 11 March. To arrange a visit please email govrecruitment@stanford-inf.brighton-hove.sch.uk. If you have any queries about the role, or would like to discuss flexible working arrangements, please use the same email address.

The deadline for applications is midday on 18 March 2026 and interviews will take place on 14 and 15 April 2026.

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.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Stanford recruitment pack FINAL.pdf - 9.39 MB (opens in new tab)

Application Form.docx - 135 KB (opens in new tab)

About Stanford Junior School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 304 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Stanford Junior School website
• Email address: govrecruitment@stanford-inf.brighton-hove.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01273565570
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/stanford-junior-school

Stanford Junior School is a Junior school with three-form entry located in the centre of Brighton & Hove near to Brighton Station. It is a wonderful school with a remarkable staff team who make every effort to get to know each child whilst providing the very best learning opportunities for each and every one of them.

Arranging a visit to Stanford Junior School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email govrecruitment@stanford-inf.brighton-hove.sch.uk.

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