Headteacher

About the job

Key information

• Salary Band: L10 – L16 (Flexibility with the starting point)
• Job term: Part Time (3 days per week)
• Appointment Type: Permanent
• Start Date: 1 September 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter)

The Governors of Barwick and Stoford Community Primary School wish to appoint an inspirational part-time Headteacher to lead, shape and influence our future while building on our strengths to ensure continual improvement and success.

Barwick and Stoford is a small rural primary school in South Somerset, which also includes our on-site pre-school, Jack’s. Our school, which is currently rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted, strives to embed a culture which sees our community working collaboratively, to achieve our common goals. These are very much centred upon supporting the development of every child, in a way that makes learning both enjoyable and meaningful. We aspire to be a place where a love of learning is promoted by motivated staff, within a safe and happy environment and in which every person flourishes. This is clearly centred on developing the children in our care in a way that will allow them to set an example and achieve to the best of their ability.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We are seeking to appoint a candidate whose leadership will:

• be prepared to think and plan strategically and creatively in order to ensure a relentless drive to raise standards for all pupils
• be open to the opportunity and challenge of moving the school into its next stage of development and improvement, working with a range of external partners, organisations, and advisors
• bring an infectious level of enthusiasm, targeted at allowing our setting to become all that it can be
• require a determined focus on agreeing a clear sense of purpose that has the needs of the children at its very heart
• have the ability to share a vision that will inspire children, parents, staff, and the wider community

What is in it for me?

In return, we can offer:

• A friendly, welcoming school with children who enjoy learning, within a community committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children
• The opportunity to further improve school performance alongside a team of conscientious staff
• A supportive and ambitious Governing Body with a commitment to your continued professional development

DBS check

An enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required from the successful candidate, as will satisfactory references.

Supporting documents and information

Barwick and Stoford Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.  This vacancy is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, as work brings the employee into contact with children and vulnerable young people. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, or religion. We are committed to the protection and safety of students and all stakeholders using the school. We expect all adults who work at Barwick and Stoford Community Primary School to take full responsibility for the safeguarding and welfare of students. We also expect all members of staff to complete a Childcare Disqualification Declaration.

• Closing date for applications: Monday 16 March 2026, 12:00 noon
• Shortlisting Dates: Thursday 19 March 2026
• Interview Dates: Monday 30 March 2026

Pre-visits are very welcome from 3 February 2026 to 13 March 2026 (Monday to Friday)

To arrange a visit, please contact: office@barwick.school

For further information and an application form please click contact SSERecruitment@somerset.gov.uk and visit the school’s website

Please submit applications by email to SSERecruitment@somerset.gov.uk

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