Headteacher at Copper Valley Junior Academy

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Job Reference #

EDV/2025/CVJA/76678

Location

Chapel Street, Gunnislake, Cornwall, PL18 9NA

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£58,569.00 - £75,049.00 Annually (Actual)
L1-L16

Closing Date

11:59pm, 21st Jan 2026

Start Date

September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

Thursday 5th and Friday 6th February 2026

Interview Date(s) Thursday 5th and Friday 6th February 2026

About this Role

This is an opportunity to work in an inspiring, energetic and friendly atmosphere where you can expect to be supported and stretched in terms of your personal development. You will exercise your strategic thinking to ensure the school continues to move forward and will work closely with other senior leaders within the Trust to develop the school in key areas, using teacher input to maximise outcomes for children. Due to this being a split site, our Junior children (Years 5 and 6) are based on what was previously the Gunnislake school site, and our Infant and Nursery children (plus Years 3 and 4) are based on the site that was previously Delaware school. For a comprehensive view of the role here at Bridge Schools, please view the accompanying application pack.

In this role, we are looking for you to:

•Drive the strategic direction of the school and work collaboratively with all stakeholders to embed this in every aspect of the school community.

•Lead by example in providing inspirational and creative ways of delivery high-quality teaching and learning.

•Create links between the school and the local and wider community which enhance the school and enrich the learning experiences of pupils.

Hours: 32.5 per week (1.00 FTE)

Paid weeks: 52.134 per year (includes holiday entitlement)

Salary: L6 - L16

Contract: Permanent

About you

We are looking for:

An experienced Headteacher, or someone with previous experience as a Deputy/Assistant Headteacher.
Collaborative leader who is able to motivate the team to deliver in periods of both stability and change.
A creative and deep thinker who creates the space to think strategically about the school’s development as a centre of excellence.

About Coppervalley Primary Academy

Copper Valley Junior and Infant and Nursery Academies has around 160 pupils on roll. This comprises of 90 children in the Juniors and 70 children in the Infant and Nursery school. We are also fortunate to have an Area Resource Base (The ARC), which can accommodate up to 8 children, depending on need. The children enjoy a spectacular setting surrounded by rolling countryside on the edge of Tamar Valley and we actively involve the amazing outdoors in their learning as part of our creative curriculum.

About Bridge Schools Trust

Bridge Schools Trust is a family of schools across Cornwall, built on dedication and trust and united by a shared commitment to putting learning first.

Our values guide everything we do:

Creative in our approach to teaching and problem-solving
Curious, always innovating and learning
Responsible, accountable to our communities
Enthusiastic, bringing energy and passion to every endeavour
Excellent in our expectations and delivery
Determined, rallying together to overcome challenges

By joining us, you will become part of a collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking Trust where staff are valued, wellbeing is prioritised, and professional development is encouraged.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Bridge Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, Social Media check, and satisfactory references.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

If you have the drive and determination to enable every child to succeed, and wish to be part of a Trust that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement , we would love to hear from you.

Contact Details

  Louise Evans-Riley
  01208 503103
  hr@bridgeschools.co.uk

Copper Valley Junior Academy would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

Your supporting statement: This important part of your application will be used to decide if you meet the criteria and should be shortlisted for interview. Refer to the role information supplied and tell us how your skills and experience match. Use examples where possible and provide the situation or task, your action(s) and the result. If you are applying for your first job, provide examples of other relevant experience that will help us decide your suitability, e.g. gained through education, the community etc.
Safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults: From your training and/or experience, please give examples which demonstrate your knowledge and commitment to safeguarding and how you would help protect children, young people and adults at risk from harm, abuse or neglect.