10 days remaining to apply

  • 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

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Skilled Worker visas can 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.

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.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

View advert on school website (opens in new tab)

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
Email address
hr@dcat.academy

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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