Principal

Orion Scotts Park, Bromley, Kent, BR1 2PR

27 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  26/27 Academic Year

• Closing date

  1 February 2026 at 7pm

• Date listed

  5 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £84,769.00 - £93,057.00 Annually (Actual) Outer London L19 - L23

Principal job summary

‘Learning together for a brighter future’

Located in the heart of Bromley, Orion Scotts Park is a vibrant, inclusive primary school where our community is built on Trust, Kindness & Endeavour. At our two-form entry school for 3-11-year-olds, we are deeply committed to academic rigour, ensuring that all our 338 pupils receive a high-quality education that challenges, inspires, and prepares them for future success. support extends beyond academic subjects to nurture growth in all areas of life, encouraging children to be proud of their achievements and always believe in themselves.

As a values-driven school, our core principles of Trust, Kindness, and Endeavour serve as the golden thread running through everything we do. These values shape every aspect of school life, guiding our students to be resilient, accepting of others, and inspired to dream big while working hard to achieve their goals. We embrace British values and celebrate diversity, developing the skills our children need to become successful lifelong learners.

The primary years are crucial for shaping confidence, character, and future ambitions, which is why we provide extensive opportunities for children to take on leadership roles and make a positive impact in our school community. Our amazing staff are caring, hardworking, and committed to giving every child the best learning experience possible within our safe, supportive, and loving environment. Our beautiful grounds, thriving Forest School, and innovative OPAL play programme create a vibrant environment where children learn, explore, and grow. Creativity is celebrated through music, drama, and a wide range of clubs, while student leadership opportunities help children build confidence and character.

If you’re a passionate school leader ready to inspire staff, empower pupils, and shape the future — we’d love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity for an existing Principal or experienced Vice Principal to pave the way for the next chapter of our school. You will bring fresh ideas and experience that will ensure that the highest quality teaching, learning, and support are at the heart of everything we do. In return, you will join a successful and collaborative trust, with excellent benefits and support. Orion Education places strong emphasis on professional growth for staff, with Instructional Coaching at the heart of our development approach. Orion Scotts Park is proud to be one of very few primary Steplab hubs nationally.

To find out more about the role and the application process we recommend that in the first instance you contact our recruitment partners Propelo on 01273 222 877, email orionedu@propelo.co.uk orby visitinghttps://orionedu.our-careers.co.uk

Closing date for applications: Sunday 01 February 2026 at 8pm
Interviews: Tuesday 10 February and Wednesday 11 February 2026

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.

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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

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 Orion Scotts Park

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 361 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Orion Scotts Park website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/scotts-park-primary-school

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