Headteacher - Steeple Claydon School and Preschool
Location: Steeple Claydon
Overview
On behalf of the children, staff and governors, we would like to invite applications for the Headteacher position at our school, to start on the 1st of January 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and passionate school leader who is committed to excellence in primary education. We are looking for someone who is eager to build on the progress we’ve made so far and help accelerate our journey towards even greater success.
Salary Type: Leadership
Salary details: L8 to L20 depending on experience
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 27/06/2025 15:00
Interviews to be held: Wednesday, 9th of July
About us
At Steeple Claydon School we believe that every child has the right to be amazing and have 'the chance to shine'. Our overriding principle is that we have high expectations and aspirations for all our children. Every day matters at school, therefore our mission is to provide a nuturing, fulfilling and rich curriculum and learning environment that takes our children on a journey, from the age of two years to eleven, to become independent, curious and active learners.
Website: https://www.steepleclaydonschool.com/
About the role
The headteacher will:
Establish and sustain the school’s ethos and strategic direction together with the governing board and through consultation with the school community
Establish and oversee systems, processes and policies so the school can operate effectively
Identify problems and barriers to school effectiveness, and develop strategies for school improvement that are realistic, timely and suited to the school’s context
Make sure these school improvement strategies are effectively implemented
Monitor progress towards achieving the school’s aims and objectives and provide regular reports to the Governing Body on pupil progress, staff performance and financial status
Allocate financial resources appropriately, efficiently and effectively and actively seek ways to improve the financial health of the school
Please refer to the application pack attached for further detail.
About you
As our new Headteacher, you will be forward thinking, innovative and dedicated to ensuring an outstanding education for all our pupils. You will have the adaptability and vision to navigate the evolving educational landscape while always keeping the needs and well-being of our children at the heart of your decisions.
We are seeking a strong, decisive leader who can inspire, motivate and collaborate with all members of the school community to drive improvements in teaching and learning.
You will bring clarity and strategic direction, supported by a committed leadership team and a proactive governing body.
Please refer to the person specification for further detail.
Other information
Visits to the school are encouraged. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact our school office on the number below.
Please send completed application forms to the Chair of Governors, Rachael Johns to the email address below.
Tel No: 01296 738132
Email: [email protected]
Steeple Claydon School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to safer recruitment procedures and an enhanced DBS check. Contact details of two referees must be provided on application, and these will be contacted before interviewing shortlisted candidates.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:
- All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
- All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020 and 2023).
For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance and the guidance published by the Ministry of Justice (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’).
