Headteacher
St Margaret's Church of England Primary School, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11 0AQThis job expired on 23 February 2026 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
23 February 2026 at 9am
Date listed
9 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £80,134 - £91,676
Pay scale
- Leadership Pay Scale L18 - 24* (The Fringe)
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a leader with:
Successful senior leadership experience (Headteacher, Deputy Headteacheror other senior leadership).
A passion for inclusive education and a proven track record of raising standards.
The ability to inspire, motivate, and develop others.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and team-building skills.
A commitment to the school’s Christian ethos and the welfare of every child.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking Trust that values innovation and professional growth.
Lead a school witha strong senseof community, dedicated staff, and engaged governors.
Access to high-quality professional development and Trust-wide collaboration.
Competitive salary and benefits.
What the school offers its staff
Inspire. Lead. Flourish.
The Diocese of Chichester Academy Trust (DCAT) is seeking an inspirational and ambitious Headteacher to lead St Margaret’s Church of England Primary School into its next exciting chapter. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a thriving, inclusive, and deeply caring school community, rooted in the Christian vision ofLoving God, Serving Others and Fulfilling our Potential.
About St Margaret’s
St Margaret’s is a welcoming, aspirational school with a well-established Nursery and a Special Support Centre for pupils with physical disabilities. Set in attractive and spacious grounds, the school provides a stimulating environment for learning and play. As a Church of England school and proud member of DCAT, St Margaret’s is committed to nurturing every child’s academic, spiritual, and personal development, fostering strong relationships andhigh expectationsfor all.
About DCAT
DCAT is a thriving and growing Trust on the south coast of England,comprising27 schools, 8,829 children, and 1,294 staff. Our vision is to help every child achieve their God-given potential, supporting schools to deliver high-quality, broad, and balanced education rooted in Christian values. We celebrate the unique identity of each academy and invest in the continued development of our staff and leaders.
Further information about the job
If you are an experienced senior leader who shares our vision and values, we would be delighted to hear from you. To arrange a visit to the schoolor for an informal conversation about the role, please contact Karen Stant, Director of People, hr@dcat.academy.
Full Recruitment Pack and Application Form with details of how to applyis available on the Trust website, https://dcat.academy/current-vacancies/
Closing date: Monday 23rd February 2026, 9am
Panel visits to candidates' schools:Between Monday 2nd and Friday 6th March 2026
Interviews:Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th March 2026 (2 day interview process)
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.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About St Margaret's Church of England Primary School
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 419 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- St Margaret's Church of England Primary School website
- Email address
- hr@dcat.academy
A Place to Lead, Inspire and Flourish
St Margaret’s is a proud and historic school, named after the patron saint of Ifield parish church and serving the Crawley community since 1955. Today, it is a vibrant, ambitious, and inclusive school that welcomes children from across Crawley and the wider areas of Surrey and Sussex.
Set within exceptional grounds featuring a pond, Forest School areas, and extensive playing fields, St Margaret’s provides a safe, happy and stimulating environment where children and adults share a genuine love of learning. Outdoor learning is woven through the curriculum, making full use of the school’s beautiful and spacious setting.
Over recent years the school has benefited from significant investment, including a new staffroom, a well-established Special Support Centre (SSC) for pupils with physical disabilities, and a permanent nursery building. Both the nursery and the SSC are supported by experienced and dedicated leadership teams.
As a Church of England school within DCAT, St Margaret’s is rooted in Christian values that shape every aspect of school life. Our ethos underpins our culture of kindness, community, aspiration and service, and is reflected in the strong relationships we hold with families, the parish and the wider community.
The governing body is active, skilled and deeply committed to the school’s success. Governors work closely with leaders, providing both support and strategic challenge to drive continual improvement. They bring a blend of community insight, professional expertise, realism and optimism—creating the perfect foundation for the next chapter of the school’s journey.
Arranging a visit to St Margaret's Church of England Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@dcat.academy.
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