Headteacher

Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Salary information: L21 - L27, £88,812 - £102,213 per annum (depenent upon experience)
Start date: April 2026

School Mission statement:
Learning Together, Achieving Forever
 
Values:
In our school we value…

• Safety
• Mutual respect
• A positiove attitude
• Independence
• Growth

Be the best you can be.

To promote our values and create independent, confident adults who are able to make a positive contribution to society we use the 5Rs.

• Responsible
• Resourceful
• Resilient
• Reflective
• Reasoning

This is integral to the ethos of the school. We believe that these skills are fundamental in shaping our children to become confident individuals and responsible citizens who are focused on lifelong learning.
 
School Vision statement:                                                               
At Longfield, we work in partnership with parents/carers and the community to provide all children with the skills and values to succeed in their journey through life in becoming global citizens. Working together, we aim to achieve continuous growth and excellence in all our learners.

We nurture the abilities of all children through our teaching which equips children with the self-esteem and ambition to progress. Furthermore, we recognise and celebrate hard work, perseverance, inspiration, courage to try and achievement.

We encourage all our children to be proud and responsible for themselves, their environment and their future. This is achieved through embedding our 5Rs in daily school life.
We are very proud of our school and a commitment to lifelong learning is at the heart of our community.

The Role:
We are seeking an inspirational and dynamic Headteacher to lead our school. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to our values and vision, fostering a creative and supportive learning environment. They will be responsible for the strategic direction, leadership, and management of the school, ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and sustain the school’s ethos and strategic direction in partnership with those responsible for governance and through consultation with the school community.
• Create a culture where pupils experience a positive and enriching school life.
• Promote positive and respectful relationships across the school community, ensuring a safe, orderly, and inclusive environment.
• Lead, manage, and develop staff members, including appraising and managing their performance.
• Ensure the effective use of resources and manage the school’s budget efficiently.
• Engage with the community and work in partnership with parents/carers and the local community.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Holder of the National Professional Qualification for Headship or applicant working towards it, or willing to undertake the qualification.
• A degree-level qualification or equivalent.
• Evidence of proven strong, successful leadership and management experience in a school.
• Experience of raising standards that have impacted positively on pupils and teaching and learning.
• Strong operational skills to effectively manage school resources and oversee daily administrative tasks.
• ILM7 qualification or willingness to obtain this qualification to support the coaching ethos embedded throughout the school.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• Further relevant professional and/or academic study and evidence of CPD.
• A relevant leadership qualification.

Personal Traits:

• Demonstrate an ability to build positive relationships rooted in mutual respect.
• Commitment to valuing, supporting, and encouraging the professional development of all staff.
• Ability to inspire and influence others, fostering an open, transparent, and equitable culture.

Professional Development:
We offer various professional development opportunities for staff, ensuring they have access to high-quality, sustained professional development opportunities aligned with the priorities of whole-school improvement, team, and individual needs.

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their application to Nadia Iqbal clerk@longfieldprimary.co.uk or to recruitment@longfieldprimary.co.uk.

Please contact the school office if you would like to arrange an informal visit.

For more information about our school, please visit our website at https://www.longfieldprimaryschool.co.uk/

Closing Date: Monday 17th November 2025 at 9.00am