Headteacher

Required for Summer Term/September 2026

Salary: Leadership Group Pay Range L16-20

Full time and Permanent

The Diocese of Worcester (DoWMAT) Board of Directors and the Local Academy Board of Malvern Parish CE Primary School are looking to recruit an experienced senior leader/headteacher to take on this exciting opportunity. Ideally, the successful candidate will be someone who:

• Can clearly articulate a compelling vision of educational excellence
• Can maintain high standards of teaching and learning and pupil outcomes
• Is passionately committed to developing the distinctive Church of England ethos of the school
• Inspires, leads and motivates all staff and pupils to give of their best and continuously improve
• Is committed to the Trust’s vision of inclusive education
• Can build excellent relationships with all stakeholders and partners
• Is committed to leading the development of collaboration with neighbouring schools and the wider Trust academies

We can offer:

• Opportunity for individualised CPD and other training
• Collaborative opportunities to work alongside other DoWMAT Headteachers
• High levels of support for school improvement
• A caring, committed, friendly and hard-working staff
•  Happy, well-behaved, enthusiastic and motivated pupils who are proud of their school and enjoy learning
• A supportive Local Academy Board

Malvern Parish CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure, two positive references, medical clearance and evidence of appropriate qualifications.

We warmly invite prospective candidates to tour the school before applying. To arrange a visit, please contact Vicky Rudge at vicky.rudge@dowmat.education.

Closing date for applications: 19^th January 2026 at 9am

Interview Date: 26^th and 27^th January 2026