Headteacher - Hollymount School

Job Title: Headteacher 

School: Hollymount School, part of The Black Pear Trust

Salary: Leadership 12-18

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Closing Date: Midnight 11th December 2025

Interview Date: 17th December 2025

About Hollymount School

Hollymount is a happy, welcoming school in the heart of Worcester, with an inclusive ethos and diverse school population. Every child is valued, without discrimination, on the grounds of gender, ethnicity, culture or disability. We want children to enjoy school and work in partnership with parents, to enable children to reach their full potential both academically and socially. We have around 400 pupils between the ages of 2 and 11. We also have a nursery which welcomes children for funded places ages 2 - 4. 

As part of The Black Pear Trust, we are committed to growing excellent learning communities together, with collaboration and shared values at the heart of our work.

Our school is guided by the Trust's core values: Pride, Excellence, Achievement, and Respect. These principles shape our curriculum, our relationships, and our expectations, ensuring that every child is supported to thrive both academically and personally. We believe in fostering a culture where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to explore their potential.

The Role

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary individual to lead our wonderful primary school into its next exciting chapter.

We are looking for a leader who will:

• Lead and inspire our dedicated team of teachers and support staff.
• Organise and implement a broad, balanced and dynamic curriculum which is built upon The Black Pear Trust curriculum and the individual school context to meet the needs of all children within the school.
• Liaise with other leaders within the MAT to secure creative, responsive and effective approaches to teaching and learning.
• Engage with parents, governors, and the wider community to build strong partnerships.
• Develop a safe and productive learning environment that is engaging for all pupils.

Please view the attached application pack for more detailed information and the job description.

What We Offer

• A values-led school culture shaped by the Black Pear Trust ethos
• A supportive trust central team for inhouse HR and finance advice and daily support
• Access to a nationally recognised suite of online learning
• Career development and progression  
• Access to a supportive network and training days across all sites
• A curriculum that celebrates individuality and encourages curiosity
• A school community that is inclusive, respectful, and proud

Visit Us

We strongly encourage visits to Hollymount. It’s the best way to experience our ethos, meet our wonderful children, and see what makes our school a special place to work. Please email our CEO Emma Pritchard at epritchard@blackpeartrust.org to arrange a visit.

Hollymount School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

We hope this opportunity aligns with your values and aspirations. Thank you for considering Hollymount School as the next step in your leadership journey.