About the job

Key information

• Group: 1
• Salary: L10 – L16
• NOR: 96

Following the departure of our previous Headteacher, the governors of Wookey Primary School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced leader who will take the school forward to the next phase of its development, whilst providing the best possible education and experiences for all the children at the school.

We are seeking a leader with an enduring commitment to excellence in primary education. This individual will build upon the school’s existing strengths, nurturing a culture of continuous improvement, and driving the sustained success of our school community.

Wookey is a Community Primary School with close community links located in an attractive location in rural Somerset. Please refer to the recruitment pack on the school website for more information about our lovely school setting.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

The successful candidate will:

• Provide outstanding leadership to our valued team and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Nurture each child’s individuality through the continued development of our broad and creative curriculum.
• Develop a clear vision for the future to achieve the highest standard of teaching and learning.
• Have high expectations of pupils’ behaviour and achievement.

What is in it for me?

We can offer you:

• A dedicated and motivated whole school team who are passionate about children’s learning and well-being, with a committed board of governors, a dedicated school association and engaged parent community.
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who engage positively with their learning.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of the children and families in the local community.
• An opportunity for professional development.
• A thriving Preschool within our EYFS unit.

DBS check

The school is committed to equal opportunities and safer recruitment practice, pre-employment checks including criminal background check via the disclosure procedure will be undertaken before any post is confirmed.

Supporting documents and information

Further information about the school can be found in our recruitment pack and on our website.

Visits to the school are welcomed and should be arranged in advance by contacting the school office on 01749 673650 or via email to School.423@wookeyprimaryschool.co.uk.

• School visits: Tuesday 21 and Wednesday 22 January
• Closing date: Friday 31 January at 12.00pm
• Shortlisting date: Monday 3 February
• Interviews: Wednesday 12 February
• Start date: September 2025

How to Apply

The recruitment pack including job description and person specification and separate application form can be found below or on the school website

Completed application forms and covering letter should be submitted to: sserecruitment@somerset.gov.uk

Names and contact details of two referees must also be given, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer (for current Heads this should be the Chair of Governors). Referees will be contacted in advance of interview.

Application Form

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Recruitment Pack

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