Headteacher
Rosecroft Primary School, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 1BE27 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
9 February 2026 at 12am (midnight)
Date listed
12 January 2026
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- competitive
Headteacher job summary
Part of the Sapientia Education Trust
Tel: 01953 609012
Email: HR@setrust.co.uk
- Salary – competitive
- Permanent
- Full Time
- Required for September 2026
Rosecroft Primary School is a large, vibrant and inclusive primary school on the outskirts of Attleborough. We are situated just off the A11, with less than 30 minutes to Norwich and within easy reach of other locations in both Norfolk and Suffolk. We are in a new purpose-built school in fabulous grounds, offering exciting learning opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. We have approximately 500 pupils including our Nursery and our school values 'Achieve, Collaborate and Flourish' underpin all that we do.
We are proud of our whole school offer that enables our pupils to not only achieve academically, but to grow as a person, enriched by our vast range of extra-curricular clubs and other opportunities to develop into respectful, responsible and caring young adults, ready for life at secondary school and beyond.
We have a strong team of committed and caring staff who work hard to ensure our pupils feel happy, safe and secure, including an excellent pastoral team. Our expectations are high - in all that we do, and we are committed to supporting staff and pupils to be the best they can be.
THE ROLE
Thank you for your interest in the Headteacher position at Rosecroft Primary School, a thriving two-form entry primary school with Nursery in Attleborough. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious leader to shape the future of a school with strong foundations, outstanding potential and the full support of a high-performing and highly respected Multi-Academy Trust.
Rosecroft Primary School joined Sapientia Education Trust in April 2025, becoming part of a successful, values-driven Trust with a proven record of school improvement, leadership development and educational excellence. Sapientia is known for investing in its people, nurturing talent and creating the conditions in which schools, and leaders thrive. As Headteacher, you will be part of a dynamic network of like-minded schools, benefiting from collaboration, shared expertise and strategic support, while retaining the individuality and character of your school.
This role offers an outstanding platform for an aspirational and forward-thinking Headteacher who is passionate about delivering exceptional outcomes for all pupils and who is eager to develop their leadership further within a Trust that actively promotes career progression, professional learning and high performance.
Why join Rosecroft Primary School and Sapientia Education Trust?
- Happy, motivated pupils who love learning and are proud of their school
- A committed, skilled and welcoming staff team who value collaboration and ambition
- Membership of a strong, high-performing Trust, offering stability, expertise and strategic leadership
- Access to a wide professional network of experienced leaders and specialists, sharing best practice across schools
- A rich and structured CPD and leadership development programme, supporting continuous growth at every stage of your career
- Opportunities to shape your leadership journey and contribute to wider Trust initiatives
- Outstanding outdoor learning spaces that enhance creativity, wellbeing and curriculum enrichment
We are seeking a Headteacher who:
- Is passionate about children and committed to excellence
- Demonstrates outstanding leadership and classroom practice
- Has high expectations for every pupil and a relentless focus on achievement and inclusion
- Is energetic, resilient, reflective and innovative, with the confidence to lead change
- Is excited by the opportunity to collaborate within a high-performing Trust and help shape the future success of the wider organisation
This is more than a headship - it is an opportunity to become part of a successful, ambitious Trust that values its leaders, invests in their development and is committed to transforming lives through education.
How to apply
A recruitment pack and information about our Trust are available from ‘Attachments’.
For this vacancy, if you click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button, you will be redirected to our Trust’s website to apply via our online application form.
Closing date: 9 February 2026
Interview Assessment date (Day 1): 26 February 2026 (successful candidates will be taken through to Day 2)
Interview Day 2: 27 February 2026
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education “, references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education “, references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Rosecroft Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- Up to 570 pupils
- Age range
- 3 to 11
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- School website
- Rosecroft Primary School website
Rosecroft Primary School is a large, vibrant and inclusive primary school on the outskirts of Attleborough. We are situated just off the A11, with less then 30 minutes to Norwich and within easy reach of other locations in both Norfolk and Suffolk. We are in a new purpose built school in fabulous grounds, offering exciting learning opportunities both inside and outside the classroom.
We have approximately 500 pupils including our Nursery and our school values 'Achieve, Collaborate and Flourish' underpin all that we do.
We are proud of our whole school offer that enables our pupils to not only achieve academically, but to grow as a person, enriched by our vast range of extra-curricular clubs and other opportunities to develop into respectful, responsible and caring young adults, ready for life at secondary school and beyond.
We have a strong team of committed and caring staff who work hard to ensure our pupils feel happy, safe and secure, including an excellent pastoral team.
Our expectations are high - in all that we do and we are committed to supporting staff and pupils to be the best they can be.
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