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Headteacher Vacancy
Start date: Start of Autumn Term 2026/27
Salary Range: Leadership Pay Range: L6 (£58,569) to L12 (£67,898)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Thurlaston CE (Aided) Primary School is a small, rural village school with a long and cherished history at the centre of community life. We are looking for an inspiring and compassionate Headteacher, who will nurture our values, celebrate our individuality, and lead us confidently into the future.
Our size is one of our greatest strengths. Every child is known, valued, and celebrated as an individual. This personal, family‑centred approach helps our pupils flourish academically, socially, and spiritually. As a Church of England (Aided) school, our Christian ethos shapes not only what we do, but who we are. Our values guide our decisions, our relationships, and the culture of kindness that is felt the moment you walk through our doors.
We are looking for a Headteacher who:
1. Will cherish and promote our Christian ethos, modelling values-led leadership
2. Is an ambitious and caring leader with a proven commitment to enabling every child to thrive
3. Has a clear strategic vision and the determination to guide a small school in a changing educational landscape
4. Is passionate about high-quality teaching, learning, and inclusive practice
5. Builds positive, trusting relationships with staff, pupils, governors, families, and the wider community
6. Will champion the unique advantages of a small school, while driving continuous improvement
7. Brings creativity, resilience, warmth, and a deep sense of purpose
In return, we offer:
8. A school where Christian values are lived every day.
9. A wonderful community of children who are enthusiastic, curious, and kind.
10. A dedicated and caring staff team committed to our shared vision.
11. Supportive and engaged governors who value collaboration and positive challenge.
12. A beautiful rural setting and a strong, proud village identity.
13. The opportunity to lead a school with enormous potential and a truly special family atmosphere.
Please see our Headteacher Recruitment Pack for further information about our school, along with the Job Description and Person Specification.
How to Apply
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process or this vacancy, interested candidates should contact the school’s Co-Chair of Governors, Dan Barley / Sharon Rana, by email to the school office with the email title ‘Head Teacher Vacancy’.
We warmly invite you to visit the school and can make an appointment to visit and meet our staff and pupils by contacting the current head teacher, Gavin Beetham.. We believe you’ll feel the sense of belonging and care that makes our community so special.
Please see Headteacher Recruitment Pack for contact details.
Closing date: Monday 2nd February, 11:59pm
Shortlisting: Friday 6th February
Selection Day: Tuesday 24th February
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to Safeguarding Children and appointment will be subject to DBS check, two professional references and an occupational health questionnaire.