Why join us?

Woodpecker Hall Academy is an award-winning, inclusive school at the heart of its community, where children thrive and staff feel genuinely valued.

In January 2026, the Secretary of State for Education, said we were one of the "very best schools" in the country.

In 2025 our pupils achieved outstanding SATs results, with 91% reaching the expected standard in reading, writing and maths — significantly above the Enfield average of 69% and placing the school within the top 1–2% nationally. Ofsted has judged our early years provision as Outstanding, and our strong reading outcomes reflect a deep commitment to early literacy and high-quality teaching from the very start of a child’s journey.

We work closely with parents and carers to create a warm, family-focused environment where every child is known, supported and encouraged to succeed. Our dedicated Community Outreach team offers practical help and friendly guidance to families, ensuring that every child and family feels welcomed, confident and included. The school has also been recognised nationally through the Pearson Silver Award for Primary School of the Year, highlighting our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

For colleagues, Woodpecker is a place to grow professionally as well as personally. You’ll join a supportive and collaborative staff team, benefit from continuous professional development across the trust, and have access to leadership development at all levels — including the Trust CEO’s Aspiring Leaders Programme. Staff wellbeing is a genuine priority, with a strong culture of mutual support, a healthy work-life balance and a comprehensive package of employee benefits.

Above all, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of children and families every day, within a school community that is ambitious, caring and proud of what it achieves together.