Headteacher

About the job

Key information

• Full time, Permanent
• Leadership scale L13 – L17
• Start Date: January 2027 or earlier if possible

What will I be doing?

The governors of Heathcoat Primary School are working with Blackdown Education Partnership to find an exceptional individual with the skills and qualities to make a real difference to the pupils and staff at Heathcoat Primary School.

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 headteacher, with a track record of successful leadership, to become the Headteacher of Heathcoat Primary School from January 2027, or earlier if possible. 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 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 their young people, families and the wider community. We are looking for a leader who aligns with this, shares these beliefs and can further galvanise the existing team whilst growing it further.

Working alongside BEP, you will also join a team of fantastic primary and secondary Headteachers who lead the 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

For a telephone conversation with myself about the position, please email rhealey@bep.ac with your contact details.

CVs are not accepted, please complete the application form in full. If you can meet the requirements of this role, we would love to hear from you. All applications should be made by completing the online application form which can be obtained by emailing admin@heathcoat.devon.sch.uk. Applications should include evidence of how you meet the person specification for the role. For full details of the role, please see the job description and person specification.

Closing date: Monday 1 June at 9:00am

Interviews: Monday 8 June and Tuesday 9 June

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