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Job Posted: 17 hours ago
Salary: £ 60,000 - 130,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wandsworth, Greater London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Location: Wandsworth, London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Interview Dates: To be confirmed
The Opportunity:
A well-respected and forward-thinking primary school in Wandsworth is looking for an exceptional Headteacher (or experienced SLT member ready for the next step) to lead with vision, compassion, and strategic insight. Offering flexible working options and start date, the school is committed to finding a leader who will uphold its values while shaping the next chapter of its journey. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional ready to make a significant impact.
About the Role:
* Lead on whole-school strategy, vision, and school improvement priorities.
* Inspire, motivate, and develop staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
* Oversee and enhance curriculum planning, teaching quality, safeguarding, and pupil outcomes.
* Champion the wellbeing and development of pupils, ensuring inclusion and equity at all levels.
* Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including parents, governors, and the wider community.
* Represent the school with professionalism, transparency, and a drive for continuous progress.
Why This School?
* A nurturing and inclusive school with a positive and collaborative ethos.
* Flexibility in contract terms and working hours to suit the right leader’s circumstances.
* A supportive governing body and experienced leadership team.
* Genuine opportunity to shape the school’s strategic future and long-term vision.
* Commitment to professional growth and leadership development.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Essential: Proven leadership experience in a senior role within a primary school setting.
* Experience in leading change, improving teaching standards, and driving school-wide improvement.
* A deep understanding of curriculum design, assessment, safeguarding, and staff development.
* Outstanding communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
* A values-driven leader with resilience, empathy, and a passion for making a difference.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate educator to make a meaningful impact within a welcoming and forward-looking school. Applications from both experienced teachers and early career teachers (ECTs) are warmly welcomed.
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