We’re seeking a dynamic and dedicated Headteacher to lead our vibrant community primary school. This is a unique opportunity to shape the futures of our children, staff, and wider community through compassionate leadership and a commitment to excellence.

As the face of our school, you’ll be at the heart of its daily life, fostering a nurturing learning environment, and building strong relationships with pupils, families, staff, and external partners. You’ll champion our school’s vision and values, raising its profile and impact within the community.

Working closely with the Director of Primary Education  (your line manager), you’ll play a key role in driving school improvement and delivering high-quality education. With a 0.4 teaching commitment, you’ll lead by example, delivering engaging lessons, modelling outstanding practice, and inspiring others to grow. 

What makes us special

Kenton Primary is a small, friendly school with big heart. We believe in creating a happy, inclusive environment where children are encouraged to be curious, confident and kind. As part of our team, you’ll be surrounded by laughter, creativity, and the occasional glitter explosion!

We are looking for someone who:

• Delivers high-quality inclusive teaching that promotes pupil progress.
• Uses robust assessment and tracking to inform learning.
• Has strong curriculum knowledge across all Key Stages.
• Embodies the ethos and values of our school and Trust.
• Sets high expectations for achievement and behaviour.
• Is reflective, resilient, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Has experience of running a pre-school.
• Is excited to work on our new build project, delivering a new school for Kenton.
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, staff, families, and stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Creating an inclusive and positive classroom culture.
• Building a sense of belonging and mattering for all.
• To embed a culture of peer collaboration, coaching and growth for staff.
• Lead the implementation of the School Improvement Plan with consistency and clarity.
• To drive forward standards through engagement.
• To maintain high expectations for all pupils.

We offer:

• The opportunity to consolidate and grow great practice and grow your team in a supportive environment.
• Freedom to shape a school.
• Trust wide support.  Be part of a Trust connected by our shared values as well as our geography.  Work alongside experienced leaders, system support and a responsive central team.
• Professional growth.  As one of our Trust Leaders, learn alongside us and have the opportunity to influence how we grow together.
• The opportunity to build strong links with families and our wider community in and around Kenton.
• The opportunity to work in a team who are invested in growing the potential of others.

How to apply

If you’re ready to lead with integrity, inspire with vision, and make a lasting impact in a close-knit school community, we would love to hear from you. 

For an informal discussion and/or to arrange a school tour on any of the dates below, please contact Paul Cornish, Executive Director of Education, on 01626 870317or via email @ paul.cornish@ivyeducationtrust.co.uk.

Please do come and visit us to experience the joy in our small school, hear our laughter and see the curiosity that sparks in every classroom.

Dates for School tours:

Tuesday 9^th  December 2025 ,12 -2 pm

Wednesday 10^th  December 2025,  1–3 pm

Monday 15^th January 2026, 1-3 pm

Tuesday 16^th January 2026 ,  1-3 pm

Please take the opportunity to learn more about the role by viewing the detailed job description included in the information pack attached .  To apply please complete our application form share with us how your skills and experience meet the person specification in the job description. 

To learn more about the school please visit: Kenton Primary School

To read our most recent Ofsted inspection report please visit: Kenton-Ofsted-Report-2024.pdf

To learn more about our priorities as a Trust please read our Trust Game plan 2025-2028 included with this pack.

The closing date for applications is Friday 16^th January 2026 at 9.00am.

The selection process and interviews will be held on the 21^st and 22^nd January 2026.

If you have any questions about our recruitment process, our People team will be happy to help They can be contacted via your account on my new term or at people@ivyeducationtrust.co.uk. 

We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our pupils, and we expect you to be too. We follow safer recruitment statutory guidance (Keeping Children Safe in Education).  If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and references that are satisfactory to our Trust.  All posts in our Trust are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

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