Headteacher

About the job

Key information

• Salary Range: Leadership Scale L10–L17
• Start Date: September 2026
• Closing Date for Applications: Noon Thursday 5 February 2026
• Shortlisting Date: Monday 9 February 2026
• Interview Dates: 24 and 25 February 2026

The governors of Nether Stowey CE VC Primary School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, dynamic and inspirational leader who will take the school forward to it’s next chapter whilst providing the best possible education and experiences for all the children at the school.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We are looking for a Headteacher who is:

• a values driven, collaborative leader that can shape a culture where each and every child is supported, nurtured and challenged to reach their full potential
• an expert and enthusiastic practitioner, who can lead by example, motivate others and be a positive, visible presence both in school and the community
• able to embrace our school values – we are caring, we are active, we are our best
• committed to developing and nurturing the Christian ethos of the school while welcoming children and families of all faiths

About us

We are a Church of England Primary School with close community links located in a beautiful historic village at the foot of the Quantock Hills in rural Somerset. We currently have 144 pupils on roll across 5.5 classes. Our school benefits from a large outdoor area including playground, playing field and forest school areas. We offer a kind and caring place to learn and work, with enthusiastic pupils, a committed staff team and supportive families.

Supporting documents and information

More information about the school can be found on our website. Visits to the school are welcomed and should be arranged in advance by contacting the School Office on 01278 732508 or via email to office@nstowey.co.uk

We are committed to the welfare of the children in our care, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share our commitment to safeguarding. We follow safer recruitment practices, and all appointments are subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS clearance and references.

For further information and an application form please telephone our recruitment line on 0300 123 7365 or email SSERecruitment@somerset.gov.uk. Please state which post and school. If you have not been contacted by the interview dates, you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

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