Headteacher

Job Introduction

The Governing Board of Woodcote Primary School is looking to recruit an outstanding Headteacher to lead our successful school, starting January or April 2026.

 Post:                                   Headteacher

Responsible to:               The Governing Body and Local Authority 

Responsible for:              Whole school

Location of role:              Woodcote, Oxfordshire

Contract/Hours:              Permanent, Full-time

Pay Range:                        Leadership Scale 15-21 (£73,105 - £84,699)

WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We are seeking an inspiring, forward-thinking Headteacher to lead Woodcote Primary School into its next exciting chapter. Our ideal candidate will be:

• a compassionate, innovative, and resilient leader with the vision and energy to build on the school's existing strengths and strong community ethos;
• confident in leading and developing a dedicated team of staff and governors, all committed to providing our pupils with a rich , engaging, and high-quality education rooted in real-life experiences and high expectations;
• understand the importance of pastoral care for pupils, staff, and families alike, while also demonstrating sound judgement, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage budgets and school operations effectively;

This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in a thriving village school that values excellence, inclusion, and community. If you are ready to lead with integrity, inspire with purpose, and nurture a culture where every child can flourish, we would love to hear from you.

WHAT THE SCHOOL CAN OFFER YOU:

• strong, dedicated and enthusiastic staff team delivering excellent and rounded learning to the pupils with a focus on strong pastoral support;
• engaged and friendly children who are eager to learn;
• a well maintained, ‘good’ school in an attractive village setting;
• an experienced, committed and supportive governing body;
• support for your continued professional development;
• supportive and committed parent body with an active and engaged PTA (Friends of Woodcote Primary School, FOWPS).

You can learn more about Woodcote Primary School on our website at:

https://www.woodcote-primary.co.uk/

APPLICATION PROCESS

Visits to the school are encouraged, please contact Nicola Baker, Chair of Governors at chairofgovernors@woodcote.oxon.sch.uk for an appointment or for an informal chat.

A Headteacher Application Pack– with procedures, job description and person specification - is available to download, along with an application form. Completed applications (application form and letter of application, 2 sides of A4 maximum) should be emailed to the School Business Manager at finance.2510@woodcote.oxon.sch.uk with the title Head Teacher Recruitment in the subject line by 12 noon on Monday 15th September 2025.

The application process is outlined below:

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.