Headteacher
Closing in 31 days (18 May 2026 9:00 am)
Job details
Salary: Leadership scale L13 - L17
Employer: Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School
Location: Wellington, Somerset,
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 18 May 2026 9:00 am
About the job
Key information
Full time, Permanent
Leadership scale L13 – L17
Start Date: September 2026
What will I be doing?
You will be responsible for the strategic leadership of the school in respect of all areas relating to quality of education, behaviour and attitudes and personal development, as well as being the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the school.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
We are seeking to recruit an outstanding leader and teacher, with a track record of successful leadership, to become the Headteacher of IKB Primary School from September 2026. We are looking for an individual who has a strong knowledge of curriculum, who has experience in safeguarding and who can deliver excellent learning opportunities alongside achievement and progress outcomes for all children across the Primary and Early Years key stages.
What is in it for me?
You will be joining an ambitious, talented and hardworking team of staff who offer incredible support, both in an academic and pastoral sense, and are relentless in their drive to make a genuine difference to and lasting impact on our young people, families and the wider community. We are looking for a leader who aligns with this, shares these beliefs and can further galvanise our existing team whilst growing it further.
You will also join our team of fantastic primary and secondary Headteachers who lead our other BEP schools, and you will have a unique opportunity to help shape the future of education in Somerset and Devon.
Supporting documents and information
We are holding school tour session on the following dates:
- Friday 1 May at 16:00
- Tuesday 5 May at 17:15
- Wednesday 13t May 16:30
Please see the recruitment pack for our contact details and for full details of the role, including the job description and person specification. Please complete the application form in full, via e-teach – we cannot accept CVs.
The closing date for applications is 9am on 18 May 2026.
We are seeking to fill this important post at the earliest opportunity and will consider applications on receipt. Whilst the closing date is 9am Monday 18th May 2026 we reserve the right to close early if sufficient applications are received.
Interviews will be held week commencing 1st June 2026.
If you feel you have the skills for this role, we would love to hear from you.