Job Description

Salary: Leadership Group L10 - L16

Hours of work: Full time

Contract type: Permanent

A bit about us:

Located on the northern edge of Cirencester, we are a ‘Good’ (Ofsted) voluntary controlled Church of England primary school with strong links to St Peter’s Church and the wider community. With approximately 190 pupils on roll, the school offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments, set within attractive landscaped grounds at the heart of Stratton village. Our vision, “unlocking potential for lifelong learning,” is at the core of everything we do. We are proud of our highly skilled and dedicated staff, who build positive relationships with every pupil and provide rich, engaging learning experiences. Our Christian ethos underpins our commitment to nurture, challenge, and inspire every child. We are a fully inclusive school where every individual is valued, and where pupils thrive in a safe, happy and supportive environment.

All about the role:

Stratton Church of England Primary School is seeking to appoint a dynamic and visionary Headteacher who shares our values, can build on our strong foundations, and lead us confidently into the next stage of our journey. You’ll be an experienced leader with a proven track record of raising standards and nurturing potential. You’ll bring vision, warmth, resilience and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every child. We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit. For further information, please see the application pack.

Find out more and apply:

To arrange a visit to the school, please contact our School Administrator on 01285 653431 or via email admin@stratton.gloucs.sch.uk Please email your completed application form and supporting letter to recruitment@stratton.gloucs.sch.uk

To apply online, please download the application form and click the ‘apply now’ button below to upload your completed application form and covering letter online. Please note: CV's will not be considered.

Headteacher recruitment pack

Headteacher job description

Headteacher person specification

Closing date (and time): Midnight 31st May 2026

Interview date: 18th and 19th June 2026

Commencement date: September 2026 or January 2027

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings that are not ‘protected’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 & 2020). An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.