Headteacher
| Posting date: | 03 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 January 2026 |
| Location: | Nuneaton, Warwickshire, CV11 4LU |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 10bf148d-9dac-4eb7-bec8-e27ce68188ee |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
As our Headteacher is retiring at the end of this academic year, the pupils and governors of Wembrook Primary School are seeking to appoint an experienced Headteacher who will continue to inspire and lead our school community. We are looking for someone to share our vision and build upon the achievements of this happy and successful school. With the support of an excellent staff team and hardworking motivated pupils, this represents a wonderful opportunity for a dedicated and inspirational leader to take our school forward.
We are looking for a Headteacher who:
• is passionate about making a difference to the lives of children through education and wider opportunities
• values all pupils as individuals and can create an environment where every child has a sense of belonging
• can nurture, inspire, challenge and motivate pupils and staff alike
• is an excellent communicator who will lead the school strategically to maintain and strengthen our collaborative partnerships with staff, pupils, parents, carers and the wider community
• has high expectations of attainment, attendance and behaviour
What the school offers its staff
In return we can offer you:
• a warm and welcoming school community with supportive parents
• motivated pupils who demonstrate positive attitudes towards learning and behaviour
• dedicated, talented and hardworking staff who are fully committed to further developing the life of the school
• an effective and active governing body
Further details about the role
How to Apply Details
Visits to the school are actively encouraged and can be arranged by telephoning the School Business Manager on 02476 382961 or by emailing admin2629@welearn365.com
The application forms and an information pack are available to download below. Completed forms should be returned to the School Business Manager at admin2629@welearn365.com by 12 noon on Monday 19th January 2026.
Shortlisting: Monday 26th January 2026 Interviews: Monday 9th February and Tuesday 10th February 2026
Wembrook Primary School
Avenue Road
Nuneaton
Warwickshire
CV11 4LU
Tel: 02476 382961
Email: admin2629@welearn365.com
https://www.wembrook.warwickshire.sch.uk/
Additional Information
Wembrook Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Please note, for shortlisted candidates only, an online search may form part of this recruitment process following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email and references will be sought prior to interview.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
As our Headteacher is retiring at the end of this academic year, the pupils and governors of Wembrook Primary School are seeking to appoint an experienced Headteacher who will continue to inspire and lead our school community. We are looking for someone to share our vision and build upon the achievements of this happy and successful school. With the support of an excellent staff team and hardworking motivated pupils, this represents a wonderful opportunity for a dedicated and inspirational leader to take our school forward.
We are looking for a Headteacher who:
• is passionate about making a difference to the lives of children through education and wider opportunities
• values all pupils as individuals and can create an environment where every child has a sense of belonging
• can nurture, inspire, challenge and motivate pupils and staff alike
• is an excellent communicator who will lead the school strategically to maintain and strengthen our collaborative partnerships with staff, pupils, parents, carers and the wider community
• has high expectations of attainment, attendance and behaviour
What the school offers its staff
In return we can offer you:
• a warm and welcoming school community with supportive parents
• motivated pupils who demonstrate positive attitudes towards learning and behaviour
• dedicated, talented and hardworking staff who are fully committed to further developing the life of the school
• an effective and active governing body
Further details about the role
How to Apply Details
Visits to the school are actively encouraged and can be arranged by telephoning the School Business Manager on 02476 382961 or by emailing admin2629@welearn365.com
The application forms and an information pack are available to download below. Completed forms should be returned to the School Business Manager at admin2629@welearn365.com by 12 noon on Monday 19th January 2026.
Shortlisting: Monday 26th January 2026 Interviews: Monday 9th February and Tuesday 10th February 2026
Wembrook Primary School
Avenue Road
Nuneaton
Warwickshire
CV11 4LU
Tel: 02476 382961
Email: admin2629@welearn365.com
https://www.wembrook.warwickshire.sch.uk/
Additional Information
Wembrook Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Please note, for shortlisted candidates only, an online search may form part of this recruitment process following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email and references will be sought prior to interview.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.