Woodlands Primary Academy
Norfolk
Salary:
Competitive. Commensurate with experience.
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 January 2026
Apply by:
17 September 2025
Job overview
Ready to shape young minds and lead a thriving primary school community?
Join Creative Education Trust as Headteacher of Woodlands Primary Academy and make a meaningful impact where nurturing, ambition and excellence go hand in hand.
Job Title: Headteacher
Location: Woodlands Primary Academy, Bradwell, Great Yarmouth
Salary: Competitive. Commensurate with experience.
Start Date: January 2026
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full time
Application Closing Date: Thursday 18th September
1st Round Interview Date: Wednesday 24th September (Woodlands Primary Academy)
2nd Round Interview Date: Monday 29th September (Head Office, Covent Garden)
About You:
We are seeking an exceptional leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality education and driving continuous school improvement. As Headteacher of Woodlands Primary Academy, you will bring a strong track record of leadership, a deep understanding of effective teaching and learning, and the ability to inspire and empower others. With a clear strategic vision and a commitment to inclusive education, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our school and its community.
Our Ideal Candidate will demonstrate the following:
* Proven leadership experience as a Vice Principal or Deputy Headteacher, with a history of raising standards and leading successful school improvement.
* Strong academic and professional credentials, including Qualified Teacher Status, a relevant degree, and NPQSL or equivalent.
* Expertise in curriculum, assessment and behaviour, with the ability to analyse data, implement effective strategies, and foster a culture of high expectations.
* Outstanding interpersonal and coaching skills, with the ability to build trust, motivate staff, and lead with integrity and resilience.
About Woodlands Primary Academy:
Woodlands is a popular school with a growing reputation for the quality of education it provides. Most of our children start with us in Nursery and continue their journey to the end of year 6. At Woodlands, we are proud to nurture a vibrant, inclusive and values-driven school community where every child is recognised, supported and inspired to thrive. We foster respect, responsibility and resilience in our pupils, encouraging them to be thoughtful, independent learners with a strong work ethic and a deep sense of social responsibility. Our creative curriculum, high expectations and stimulating learning environment ensure that all children, regardless of background or ability, are given the opportunity to achieve outstanding outcomes. We work in close partnership with families and the wider community, sending a clear and sustained message to every child: you are important, and your contribution matters. To find out more please visit our
website
.
Discover More About Our Trust:
We encourage you to learn more about our trust's culture, the continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities we offer, and the benefits available to our colleagues. Visit our Trust
website
to explore these aspects in detail and see how we support our staff in their professional journey.
Ready to Join Us?
Submit your application directly through our website. To discuss this post in more details, please contact Sarah Catchpole, Head of Recruitment at
Essential Information:
Creative Education Trust (CET) is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility.
All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview.
The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.
Recruiter contact:
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About Woodlands Primary Academy
Woodlands Primary Academy
Church Walk, Bradwell, Great Yarmouth
Norfolk
NR31 8QQ
United Kingdom
We opened as a community primary school in September 2008, catering for children between the ages of 3 and 11 years. There are two classes in each year from Reception to Year 6 and a Nursery class.
Since April 2015 we have been part of the Creative Education Trust. This has enabled the school to rigorously pursue rapid improvement for the children we teach. In July 2017 we were graded as 'Good' by Ofsted.
We work closely with other local schools, both secondary and primary, as part of the Lynn Grove cluster. This ensures that there is consistency between the schools in areas such as SEND provision. More information about our cluster can be found
here.
The school is well resourced and we strive to provide an inclusive and expansive education for all of the children in our care. Our facilities include:
* A purpose-built extension for Reception and Year 1 children;
* Two networked ICT suites and portable banks of laptops and ipads;
* Interactive whiteboards in every classroom;
* A purpose-built, fully computerised central library;
* Specialist facilities for music, art, science, design and technology
(including food technology) and special educational needs
* We have a large environmental area on the school site with over a mile of nature trails which we frequently use as a teaching resource. We also have an amphitheatre that is used as an outside classroom, covered seating areas, a trim trail and a play activity area.
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