Headteacher
Paulet High School, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 9RT27 days remaining to apply
Start date details
January 2027
Closing date
8 June 2026 at 9am
Date listed
12 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L26 - L32
What skills and experience we're looking for
John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (JTMAT) believes in the power of education to improve lives – and the world. We are commencing our search for an inspiring and dedicated leader to be instrumental in building on the success of the school, providing an inclusive and supportive environment for students and staff.
The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with a solid track record of driving forward school improvement strategies with vigour and enthusiasm to improve provision and outcomes. Working closely with the Trust, you will set the strategic direction of the school, develop plans for improvements and developments, and have the skills to engage with staff, pupils, governors and the wider school community.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of Paulet High School & Sixth Form College, fostering a culture of high expectations, inclusion, passionate teaching, and a love for lifelong learning. Our new Headteacher will be committed to developing both staff and students, ensuring that the school continues to be a place where every student can ignite their potential academically, socially, and emotionally and every member of staff is helped to develop their professional skills.
What the school offers its staff
This is a truly inclusive school. Governors, senior leaders, staff and students share a common belief that there is a place for everyone at Paulet and aspirations are equally high for every student.’ The high standards we achieve in behaviour and uniform show that our students are proud to call Paulet their school.
Our Sixth Form College is going from strength to strength with many of our Year 11 students opting to stay on and many joining us from across South Derbyshire to form a vibrant group of hard working and committed students.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced disclosure and barring service check is a requirement of any post. A copy of the Trust’s ‘Safeguarding Policy’ is available to view by visiting the website: www.jtmat.co.uk
Applying for the job
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About Paulet High School
- School type
- Academies, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 899 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Paulet High School website
- Email address
- recruitment@jtmat.co.uk
Secondary school with 6th form
School location
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