Job Introduction
We are seeking a Headteacher who will embrace our values, build on our many strengths and lead the school with integrity, energy and compassion.
The Headteacher will be responsible to the Governors for the smooth operation of the school and ensuring that each child achieves their full potential with a caring and stimulating environment.
The Headteacher will be expected to ensure that staff maintain high expectations of children and high standards of professional practice.
You will find at Windmill a talented and committed staff team, engaged and supportive families, enthusiastic learners and a Governing board that understands its role in both challenge and support.
As well as the Headteacher, the current school team consists of a Deputy Head and two Assistant Head positions, 26 Teaching staff, 39 Teaching Assistants and Inclusion staff (varied FTE), and an excellent operations team to oversee the office, premises, lunchtimes, and before school club.
Application Procedure
Please use the Oxfordshire County Council Teacher Application Form (August 2022) to apply for this post and email completed applications to the Co-Chair of Governors, Anne Cowan (acowan@windmill.oxon.sch.uk). The application form can be downloaded from our website www.windmill.oxon.sch.uk
Alternatively you can request an application form to be emailed to you from the school office email address (office.2527@windmill.oxon.sch.uk).
References are taken up for all school positions so please ensure your referees are aware and that all contact information on the application form is correct.
Visits are warmly welcomed on the afternoon of Tuesday 10 February 2026 and the morning of Thursday 12 February 2026, please email office.2527@windmill.oxon.sch.uk to arrange.
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.
