Job Introduction
As the Good Shepherd tends his sheep, so we nurture our children in a safe, secure environment to ensure they thrive and fulfil their potential as good shepherds of the future.
Great Rollright School is a small, nurturing and inclusive Church of England (Voluntary Aided) primary school, located in West Oxfordshire on the edge of the Cotswolds. We currently have around 110 children on roll. We were rated ‘Good’ at both our last Ofsted inspection (2023) and our last SIAMS inspection (2018). We have a strong Christian ethos, centred on the story of the Good Shepherd, and the Christian values of Love, Courage, Respect, and Truth. Our aim is to ensure that every child develops academically and socially to their full potential in a safe, stimulating and caring environment.
About the role:
The Governing Body are looking for an exceptional candidate who will work effectively with our current full-time Headteacher, who on 1 September will move to 0.7 FTE. As part of this new job share arrangement, the new Co-Head will provide inspiring, compassionate leadership which:
- upholds and advances our Christian vision and values
- inspires continual improvement in teaching, learning, inclusion, and the breadth and depth of our curriculum and extra-curricular offer
- puts the well-being and rounded development of each child at the heart of every decision.
For more detail about the role and our ideal candidate, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Application process:
Closing date: 12 noon, Tuesday 16th June 2026
Interviews: w/c 22nd June 2026
Please complete the attached application form. Applicants should also write a personal statement addressing the Person Specification. Please send both by the closing date to the School Office Manager at office.3408@great-rollright.oxon.sch.uk
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
