Headteacher

St Bartholomew's Church of England Academy, Coventry, West Midlands, CV3 2LP

23 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  13 March 2026 at 10:59pm

• Date listed

  13 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £69,596.00 - £76,772.00 Annually (FTE) This is on the Leadership payscale, spine point range 13 to 17

Headteacher job summary

We are seeking a passionate, values‑driven and highly skilled Headteacher to lead our vibrant and inclusive Church of England academy in Coventry.

If you believe our children can achieve the very best, if you know staff and children thrive when they know they belong, and if you want them to become the world changers we know they can, then this role could be for you.

Proudly part of the Diocese of Coventry Multi Trust - a family of like‑minded schools committed to providing safe spaces where everyone is inspired to learn, achieve, contribute and thrive in life - and equally proud of our identity as a Church of England multi academy trust, this is an exceptional opportunity for an inspiring leader to shape the future for our children, staff and wider community. Our new Headteacher will nurture the Christian vision that underpins our work, champion high standards, and create the conditions for every child and adult to flourish.

As the face of our school, you will be at the heart of daily life: fostering a culture where all feel known, valued and loved; strengthening relationships with pupils, families and staff; and representing our school with integrity and warmth within the community. You will champion our vision and values, ensuring they translate into excellent outcomes, joyful learning and a strong sense of belonging.

St Bartholomew’s CofE Academy is a welcoming one‑form entry primary school with nursery provision. Working closely with our central team, you will play a pivotal role in driving sustained school improvement, securing strong teaching and learning, and modelling a leadership style rooted in kindness, ambition and professional curiosity.

The school has benefited from a model of Executive Headship over the past two years, and Ofsted inspected the school in February 2026 and celebrated many successes, which have hugely improved standards across the school. We are confident that the school has strong foundations and now is the right time for the Executive Headteacher to take a step back from the school and hand the reigns over to a dedicated Headteacher, who will be able to make their own mark while building on these strong foundations that have been built through hard work, dedication, and love.

What makes us special

St Bartholomew’s CofE Academy is a warm, happy and aspirational school where children are polite, love learning, and where staff, families and governors work together for the good of every child. Guided by our Christian vision of “believe, belong, become”, we strive to help each person grow academically, spiritually and personally.

We value a healthy work-life balance and believe that staff who feel supported, trusted and developed are best placed to deliver high‑quality education. Our culture is built on our values: co-operation, determination, honesty, kindness, and friendship - held within a nurturing, relational and hope‑filled environment.

What we offer:

• A highly competitive salary
• First class support and trust wide CPD opportunities
• The opportunity of a Headteacher mentor from within the trust
• The prospect to consolidate and grow excellent practice within a supportive, ambitious Trust
• Trust‑wide support and collaboration, working alongside experienced leaders, system support and a responsive central team
• Professional growth and leadership development, with opportunities to shape Trust‑wide strategy as one of our senior leaders
• A community rich in diversity, with strong links to families and partners in Coventry

We are looking for a Headteacher who:

• Embodies the ethos and Christian values of the school and our trust
• Is deeply committed to inclusion, equity and the flourishing of every child
• Can engage parents and families to make a positive contribution to school life
• Delivers and champions high‑quality teaching that secures strong pupil progress and outcomes
• Uses robust assessment, tracking and intelligent data analysis to inform strategy
• Has secure curriculum knowledge across all Key Stages and understands the latest research on effective pedagogy
• Holds high expectations for behaviour, attitudes and achievement
• Is reflective, emotionally intelligent and committed to continuous improvement
• Builds strong, trust‑based relationships with pupils, staff, families, the academy governance committee and external partners
• Can lead with courage and compassion, balancing high warmth with high challenge

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Creating an inclusive, aspirational and joyful culture across the school
• Strengthening belonging, safety and mattering for all pupils and adults
• Embedding a culture of peer collaboration, coaching and professional growth
• Leading the consistent, strategic implementation of the Academy Improvement Plan
• Driving high standards in teaching, behaviour, attendance and outcomes
• Ensuring the Christian vision shapes decision‑making and daily practice
• Developing staff capacity through supportive, evidence‑informed leadership
• Securing excellent provision for all pupils, including those who are vulnerable or disadvantaged

Tours of the school can be arranged directly by contacting hannah.carvell@stbarts.covmat.org

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 school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

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.

About St Bartholomew's Church of England Academy

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 213 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St Bartholomew's Church of England Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-bartholomew-s-church-of-england-academy

The Diocese of Coventry Multi Academy Trust is looking to appoint a resourceful and highly effective Teacher who is committed to developing St Bartholomew’s Church of England Academy.

The Leadership team of this academy have the opportunity to work with the MAT and other church school partners to transform the education experiences of the children of Coventry.

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