Headteacher of Stanford Primary School
| Posting date: | 15 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 March 2026 |
| Location: | Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 5PR |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 9073b0f9-e55f-45f7-a681-be992ae8fccd |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
This vacancy relates to STANFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL, a new all-through primary.
We are seeking to appoint the first headteacher of a new all-through primary, Stanford Primary School. This vacancy has arisen due to the planned merger of Stanford Infant School and Stanford Junior School in September 2026.
This is an exciting time to join the new school. It is a rare opportunity for a dynamic and inspirational leader to really make a difference and shape the future.
The ideal candidate will:
• Have a proven track record of successful school leadership
• Have proven commitment to and/or teaching or leadership experience across the whole primary phase, from EYFS through to KS1 and KS2
• Have the skills to develop and articulate a shared vision and strategic plan that inspires and motivates the whole school community, working in partnership with governors and others
• Have the people skills to build a cohesive and collaborative staff team
• Have experience of leading significant and successful organisational change
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to inclusion and diversity
• Be a skilled communicator who is able to build positive relationships with all stakeholders
What the school offers its staff
The school is located in the heart of Brighton, a city with a reputation as a great place to live and work. It is known for its unique character as a diverse and inclusive city with a vibrant culture and a strong community feel.
Both existing schools are rightly proud of their history, identity and achievements. Both have a strong record of success and have been rated Good by Ofsted. Both are committed to ensuring that every child feels valued and inspired to achieve their full potential. Both have a focus on creativity, offer a broad curriculum and value enrichment activities.
You will find a talented and committed staff team; an active and engaged parent community; a supportive governing body committed to your success; a strong community feel; and children who are a delight.
Further details about the role
Visits to school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged. Proposed dates for visits are 2 and 11 March. To arrange a visit please email govrecruitment@stanford-inf.brighton-hove.sch.uk. If you have any queries about the role, or would like to discuss flexible working arrangements, please use the same email address.
The deadline for applications is midday on 18 March 2026 and interviews will take place on 14 and 15 April 2026.
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.
This vacancy relates to STANFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL, a new all-through primary.
We are seeking to appoint the first headteacher of a new all-through primary, Stanford Primary School. This vacancy has arisen due to the planned merger of Stanford Infant School and Stanford Junior School in September 2026.
This is an exciting time to join the new school. It is a rare opportunity for a dynamic and inspirational leader to really make a difference and shape the future.
The ideal candidate will:
• Have a proven track record of successful school leadership
• Have proven commitment to and/or teaching or leadership experience across the whole primary phase, from EYFS through to KS1 and KS2
• Have the skills to develop and articulate a shared vision and strategic plan that inspires and motivates the whole school community, working in partnership with governors and others
• Have the people skills to build a cohesive and collaborative staff team
• Have experience of leading significant and successful organisational change
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to inclusion and diversity
• Be a skilled communicator who is able to build positive relationships with all stakeholders
What the school offers its staff
The school is located in the heart of Brighton, a city with a reputation as a great place to live and work. It is known for its unique character as a diverse and inclusive city with a vibrant culture and a strong community feel.
Both existing schools are rightly proud of their history, identity and achievements. Both have a strong record of success and have been rated Good by Ofsted. Both are committed to ensuring that every child feels valued and inspired to achieve their full potential. Both have a focus on creativity, offer a broad curriculum and value enrichment activities.
You will find a talented and committed staff team; an active and engaged parent community; a supportive governing body committed to your success; a strong community feel; and children who are a delight.
Further details about the role
Visits to school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged. Proposed dates for visits are 2 and 11 March. To arrange a visit please email govrecruitment@stanford-inf.brighton-hove.sch.uk. If you have any queries about the role, or would like to discuss flexible working arrangements, please use the same email address.
The deadline for applications is midday on 18 March 2026 and interviews will take place on 14 and 15 April 2026.
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.