Head teacher - Marsh Infant and Nursery School
Location: High Wycombe
Overview
Our vibrant and diverse Infant and Nursery School is seeking an inspirational headteacher who will champion our exceptionally nurturing ethos whilst driving educational excellence. This permanent role is from 13.04.26, although an autumn 2026 start will be considered for the right candidate.
Term time only
Salary type: Leadership
Salary Details: L6 - L18
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Closing date: 12/12/2025
Interviews to be held: Week beginning 15.12.26
About us
Marsh Infant and Nursery School is a happy school at the heart of the community welcoming new members with open arms. We aim to provide the highest quality early education and care for children, working together with parents and carers to achieve the best possible outcomes for every child. The exceptionally nurturing ethos at Marsh enables all children to thrive and make excellent progress within a safe atmosphere of mutual support and trust.
Website: www.marshschool.com
About the role
Are you a warm inspiring and values-driven leader, committed to making a difference and improving outcomes for all children? We are looking for a dynamic, creative leader who will build on the school's strengths and lead Marsh to a bright and exciting future with empathy and a clear strategic vision. You will be well-supported and mentored in the role with many opportunities for professional development.
About you
Strong understanding of EYFS and KS1.
Whole school leadership experience.
Commitment to staff well-being.
Understanding of effective inclusive practice, especially for SEND, EAL and disadvantaged pupils.
Lead by example with high expectations of the whole community.
Trained DSL desirable.
Commitment to the trauma-informed approach.
Other information
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. 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 email address below.
Tel No: 01494 522756
Email: [email protected]
The successful candidate will be expected to declare all previous offences and to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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).
For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance and the guidance issued by the Ministry of Justice (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’).
It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.
