Salary
Headteacher Group 5 Leadership pay scale, points £84,699 - £93,424 per annum)
Contractual hours
32.5
Basis
Full Time
Job type
Leadership
Location
Reading
Job category
Leadership
Date posted
24/09/2025
Job reference
GST-R1452
Be part of something bigger. Make a difference every day.
At Oakbank School, part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust, we are seeking a passionate and proactive Headteacherto join our team. This is an opportunity to play a key role in a supportive, forward-thinking environment where collaboration and purpose drive everything we do.
About the role:
The Headteacher is responsible for managing the daily operation of the school, the supervision of all students and staff, and the school premises. They provide direction and leadership and are accountable for the financial and educational performance of the school.
Greenshaw Learning Trust Headteachers work together as a leadership team, all aiming for the best for every student. An Assistant Director of Education will offer support and guidance, and Headteachers are expected to help lead the Trust, improving professional development for everyone. This is achieved through a supportive environment built on trust, open communication, and shared responsibility for success. The Trust has a set of principles that guide this collaborative approach.
You will bring:
The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a senior leader, Deputy Head or current Headteacher. You will also have experience in developing and implementing strategies for raising achievement and achieving excellence for students and staff.
You will lead by example to inspire, motivate, influence and empower staff and students and provide strategic and creative leadership to maintain and develop a school vision with quality learning for all at its centre.
About our school:
Oakbank School is committed to a journey of transformation, where staff, students and parents are determined to improve the quality and experience of education for its community. We believe that every child deserves to not only access the full curriculum, but should thrive in their curriculums, developing academically, personally and holistically as a result of passionate and adaptive teaching, resulting in committed learning that secures successful outcomes. Our current phase of school improvement features our entire team working together at pace to offer greater stability, more innovation and creativity. The aim is for greater consistency for all students, enabling them to manage their learning and themselves more effectively.
Working at Greenshaw Learning Trust:
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are 'Always Learning'.
To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our 'Why you should work for GLT' recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* Professional development and career progression
* Generous pension scheme
* Blue Light Card
* Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
* An Employee Assistance Programme
* Gym Discounts
* Free eye tests
* Cycle to work scheme
* Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 9th October 2025. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.