Headteacher / Head of School - Primary School Leadership Role
Location: Swanley, Kent
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive salary (Leadership scale - dependent on experience)
Sector: Education and Training / School Leadership
This opportunity offers a full‑time leadership position at a church‑based primary school in Swanley, Kent, expecting a start in September 2026. The Headteacher will work closely with the Executive Headteacher and the governing body to provide strategic leadership, maintain high standards of teaching and learning, and foster an inclusive environment for pupils and staff.
Role Responsibilities
* Lead the day‑to‑day running of the school in partnership with the Executive Headteacher
* Provide strategic and operational leadership to drive school improvement
* Secure consistently high standards of teaching, learning, and pupil achievement
* Oversee curriculum development and ensure high‑quality educational provision
* Champion safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusive practice across the school
* Lead, motivate, and develop staff to achieve outstanding outcomes
* Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents, governors, and the wider community
* Monitor school performance and implement improvement strategies
Essential Requirements
* Proven experience in senior leadership within a primary or faith school setting
* Strong track record of driving school improvement and raising attainment
* Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
* Secure understanding of safeguarding, curriculum leadership, and school operations
* Commitment to maintaining high standards of teaching and learning
* Ability to inspire, motivate, and lead staff effectively
* Enhanced DBS Certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
* Right to work in the UK
Ideal Candidate
We are seeking an exceptional, inspirational school leader with a clear vision for educational excellence and a passion for supporting pupils and staff.
Suitable For
* Headteacher
* Head of School
* Deputy Headteacher ready for progression
* Assistant Headteacher seeking senior leadership
* Senior Leadership Team (SLT) professionals
* Education leaders seeking Headteacher jobs in Kent or school leadership roles
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