Headteacher
| Posting date: | 12 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 April 2026 |
| Location: | Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 3RB |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0bb48d2a-6ca7-4033-8522-c34df9526263 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Nine Mile Ride Primary School, a popular, welcoming and highly regarded member of The Circle Trust, is seeking an inspiring Headteacher to help shape the future of our school.
Guided by our vision—“Learning for life: together we discover, nurture, achieve and shine”—we are proud of our happy, confident pupils and our strong culture of inclusion, where children enjoy the chance to learn about and celebrate difference. As a founding school of our growing Trust, this is a rare opportunity to lead within a supportive, forward‑thinking organisation.
As Headteacher you will:
• Shape and drive the school’s educational vision, leading innovation in teaching, learning and curriculum development
• Inspire, empower and develop staff and pupils so they can achieve their full potential
• Build strong partnerships with pupils, families, colleagues and leaders across The Circle Trust
• Lead meaningful change that makes a positive impact on pupils, families and the wider community
• Continue to grow your leadership skills through rich, ongoing professional learning and opportunities across the Trust
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
• The autonomy to implement innovative strategies that bring the school's vision to life
• A setting where “behaviour is exemplary” (Ofsted 22) and all pupils are empowered to shine
• A collaborative, supportive culture with strong professional relationships and a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and work–life balance
• Pupils who achieve consistently strong outcomes across subjects and assessments
• High-quality induction and ongoing professional development to ensure you thrive in your role
• The guidance and expertise of experienced leaders and mentors across our respected local multi-academy trust
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. 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.
Nine Mile Ride Primary School, a popular, welcoming and highly regarded member of The Circle Trust, is seeking an inspiring Headteacher to help shape the future of our school.
Guided by our vision—“Learning for life: together we discover, nurture, achieve and shine”—we are proud of our happy, confident pupils and our strong culture of inclusion, where children enjoy the chance to learn about and celebrate difference. As a founding school of our growing Trust, this is a rare opportunity to lead within a supportive, forward‑thinking organisation.
As Headteacher you will:
• Shape and drive the school’s educational vision, leading innovation in teaching, learning and curriculum development
• Inspire, empower and develop staff and pupils so they can achieve their full potential
• Build strong partnerships with pupils, families, colleagues and leaders across The Circle Trust
• Lead meaningful change that makes a positive impact on pupils, families and the wider community
• Continue to grow your leadership skills through rich, ongoing professional learning and opportunities across the Trust
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
• The autonomy to implement innovative strategies that bring the school's vision to life
• A setting where “behaviour is exemplary” (Ofsted 22) and all pupils are empowered to shine
• A collaborative, supportive culture with strong professional relationships and a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and work–life balance
• Pupils who achieve consistently strong outcomes across subjects and assessments
• High-quality induction and ongoing professional development to ensure you thrive in your role
• The guidance and expertise of experienced leaders and mentors across our respected local multi-academy trust
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. 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.