Headteacher - Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Primary School
| Posting date: | 09 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £58,569 to £67,898 per year |
| Additional salary information: | L6 - L12 £58,569 - £67,898 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 March 2026 |
| Location: | SP3 5AR |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wiltshire Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6617 |
Summary
Salary: L6 - L12 £58,569 - £67,898 per annum
Hours of work: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
We are excited to be looking for an ambitious and inspirational leader to join us and help shape the next chapter of our school’s journey. We are seeking a Headteacher who will relish leading a small school: teaching alongside staff, building close relationships with pupils and parents, and working collaboratively with governors and the wider community. This role offers a rare opportunity to make a meaningful difference - shaping the educational experience of every child while sustaining the unique character of our school. One of the great joys of leading a small school is that every child, family and member of staff is truly known and cared for.
Our school is a small, happy and nurturing place where every child is encouraged to shine their light and be the very best version of themselves, both in and beyond the classroom. We have high aspirations for all our pupils and work hard to provide a broad, stimulating and engaging curriculum that sparks curiosity and builds a lifelong love of learning. Our Christian values, words of power and vision run through everything we do, supporting children to develop not only academically, but also socially, emotionally and spiritually, so they leave us confident and well prepared for the next stage of their education.
Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Primary School sits at the heart of a vibrant village community. Volunteers and local residents regularly spend time in school, enriching children’s experiences, and the Church plays an important role in school life. Our bass-guitar-playing vicar is a familiar and much-loved presence, often leading collective worship. The Headteacher is well supported by a committed, collaborative governing body and a lively and enthusiastic Friends Group.
Hours of work: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
We are excited to be looking for an ambitious and inspirational leader to join us and help shape the next chapter of our school’s journey. We are seeking a Headteacher who will relish leading a small school: teaching alongside staff, building close relationships with pupils and parents, and working collaboratively with governors and the wider community. This role offers a rare opportunity to make a meaningful difference - shaping the educational experience of every child while sustaining the unique character of our school. One of the great joys of leading a small school is that every child, family and member of staff is truly known and cared for.
Our school is a small, happy and nurturing place where every child is encouraged to shine their light and be the very best version of themselves, both in and beyond the classroom. We have high aspirations for all our pupils and work hard to provide a broad, stimulating and engaging curriculum that sparks curiosity and builds a lifelong love of learning. Our Christian values, words of power and vision run through everything we do, supporting children to develop not only academically, but also socially, emotionally and spiritually, so they leave us confident and well prepared for the next stage of their education.
Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop Primary School sits at the heart of a vibrant village community. Volunteers and local residents regularly spend time in school, enriching children’s experiences, and the Church plays an important role in school life. Our bass-guitar-playing vicar is a familiar and much-loved presence, often leading collective worship. The Headteacher is well supported by a committed, collaborative governing body and a lively and enthusiastic Friends Group.
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