Headteacher

Job Introduction

St. Andrew’s Church of England Primary School is popular school, set at the foot of the Chiltern Hills amid stunning grounds. The School’s vision is central to all that we do:

At St Andrew’s CE Primary School, we aim to bring children to a place where they can realise their full potential. Our Christian values are the foundation of all we do and each one is a facet of the central value, love, which ‘always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.’ (1 Corinthians 13:7) Protect, Trust, Hope and Persevere

In a recent inspection by Ofsted inspectors noted, “Pupils enjoy being part of this friendly and welcoming school. The school ensures that pupils behave with respect and tolerance. Relationships between pupils and staff are positive and mutually respectful.” St. Andrew’s is also graded “Excellent” in the SIAMS inspection. The report states, “St Andrew’s exemplary curriculum is ambitious and challenging. It encourages a growth mind-set that allows everyone to learn from their mistakes. Therefore, pupils become resilient learners with a positive approach to challenge.”

To find out more about our school, please visit www.st-andrews.oxon.sch.uk.

Application process

To apply, please send a completed Application Form (CVs will not be accepted), along with your supporting statement to the School Business Manager, Mrs Jo Wootton for the attention of Rachel Reynolds, Chair of Governors by email to:   admin.3182@st-andrews.oxon.sch.uk.

Please ensure that all aspects of the form are fully completed as we will not otherwise be able to consider your application. Please include your full work history, and ensure that you provide an explanation where there are any gaps since leaving school. 

Your supporting statement should be no longer than 2 Sides of A4 paper, font size 11, and should demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the Person Specification. 

The closing date for applications is 12pm on Monday 16th March 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified on Thursday 19th March. 

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 24th and Wednesday 25th March.

School visits are welcomed by appointment. Please contact the Headteacher, Mrs Annette Mashru on 01844 351353.

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.