Headteacher 

Salary Range: L14 - L20 (£71,330 - £82,654 per annum)

Required to start: September 2026

Halling Primary School is looking to appoint a Headteacher who will build on its many strengths and take the school forward with continued clarity, consistency and ambition.

This is an opportunity to lead a school with a positive culture, committed staff and strong community relationships. With secure foundations in place, the school is well-positioned for its next stage of development. The successful candidate will be expected to sustain what is working well, while bringing the insight and leadership needed to strengthen practice further and continue to improve outcomes for all pupils. 

We are seeking an experienced and credible senior leader, ready for headship or an established Headteacher looking for a new challenge. The successful candidate will bring strong professional judgement, a clear understanding of what drives high-quality education, and the ability to translate this into consistent, day-to-day practice. 

Halling is proud of its inclusive ethos and strong sense of community. The next Headteacher will be values-driven, ensuring that this ethos remains central to the life of the school, alongside a clear and consistent focus on securing the best possible outcomes for all pupils. Working closely with the Director of Education and Trust central team, the Headteacher will play an active role within the wider Trust, engaging in collaboration, sharing practice and drawing on the support available to further strengthen the school. 

We are looking for a leader who is approachable, thoughtful and decisive, someone who builds trust, develops staff and is confident in leading the next phase of the school’s journey. 

If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation or arrange a visit to the school before making the decision to apply for the post, please contact Tim Muggridge on: Muggridget@aletheiatrust.org.uk or tel: 01474 533082.

For more information, including the key responsibilities of the role, please download the Vacancy Pack and apply online via MyNewTerm. 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate apply.

Why work for Aletheia Academies Trust? Some of our Trust benefits include: 

• Trust-wide commitment to your ongoing Continuous Professional Development (CPD) including secondment options and mentorship opportunities
• Unlimited access for you and your family to 24/7 GP telephone consultations.
• Access to a wide array of discounts including Motorfinity, Kent Rewards and Blue Light Card.
• Free access to mental health and wellbeing support including counselling, mindfulness and physiotherapy sessions
• Free annual eye tests and flu vaccinations each year

Aletheia Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020).  This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.  Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974