Headteacher
| Posting date: | 16 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £82,654 to £95,735 per year |
| Additional salary information: | (LS20 to LS26) per annum + Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 April 2026 |
| Location: | Bristol, South West England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | AWD online |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | AWDO-P14517 |
Summary
Headteacher
An inspiring leadership opportunity for a Headteacher within a thriving primary education environment. The role focuses on school leadership, teaching and learning excellence, safeguarding, curriculum development and driving pupil achievement across the school.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Deputy Headteacher, Assistant Headteacher, School Leader, Primary Education Leader, Head Teacher, Principal, School Principal, Head of School, Executive Headteacher, Lead Principal, Head of Education
SALARY: £82,654 - £95,735 Leadership Scale LS20 to LS26 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Bristol, Somerset, South West England
TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 32.5 hours per week
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Headteacher to provide strategic leadership within a successful and inclusive primary education setting, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning, safeguarding and pupil achievement.
As a Headteacher you will lead the school community with vision and integrity, guiding staff development, curriculum delivery and school improvement while creating a supportive learning environment where pupils and staff can thrive.
The Headteacher will work collaboratively with leadership teams and stakeholders to maintain strong educational outcomes, promote high standards of behaviour and ensure the effective day-to-day operation of the school.
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Ready to make your next career move? Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Headteacher include:
• Strategic Leadership: Provide inspirational leadership that sets high expectations for teaching, learning and pupil outcomes
• School Improvement: Shape and deliver the school improvement plan to drive continuous progress and educational excellence
• Teaching and Learning: Monitor and evaluate classroom practice to ensure consistently high-quality teaching
• Staff Development: Inspire, support and develop staff through performance management, professional development and mentoring
• Safeguarding Leadership: Establish and maintain a strong safeguarding culture that protects and supports all pupils
• Operational Management: Oversee the effective day-to-day running of the school, including behaviour standards and attendance
• Financial Oversight: Work with finance teams to manage the school budget efficiently and ensure effective resource allocation
• Community Engagement: Build strong partnerships with parents, carers, governors and external agencies
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
• Qualified Teacher Status and successful completion of induction
• Previous experience in a senior leadership role within primary education
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and National Curriculum frameworks
• Proven experience of improving pupil achievement and educational outcomes
• Experience with safeguarding responsibilities and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams
• Experience with school improvement planning and monitoring teaching standards
DESIRABLE
• A relevant leadership qualification such as NPQH or willingness to undertake one
• Experience with whole-school budget management and financial oversight
• Experience with adaptive teaching approaches and inclusive education practices
• Experience of working collaboratively within a multi-school or partnership environment
BENEFITS
• Health Cash Plan covering everyday healthcare costs up to £500 per year
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24-hour helpline and counselling support
• Access to generous pension schemes
• Retail discounts and cashback schemes with major UK retailers
• Cycle to Work scheme with interest-free payments
• Discounted sports centre membership
• Flexible working and family-friendly policies
• Enhanced sick pay, maternity, paternity and parental leave
This role requires an Enhanced DBS check
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
APPLY TODAY…
By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14517
This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Futura Learning Partnership
Full-Time, Permanent Teaching / Education Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Bristol, Somerset, South West England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
An inspiring leadership opportunity for a Headteacher within a thriving primary education environment. The role focuses on school leadership, teaching and learning excellence, safeguarding, curriculum development and driving pupil achievement across the school.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Deputy Headteacher, Assistant Headteacher, School Leader, Primary Education Leader, Head Teacher, Principal, School Principal, Head of School, Executive Headteacher, Lead Principal, Head of Education
SALARY: £82,654 - £95,735 Leadership Scale LS20 to LS26 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Bristol, Somerset, South West England
TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 32.5 hours per week
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Headteacher to provide strategic leadership within a successful and inclusive primary education setting, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning, safeguarding and pupil achievement.
As a Headteacher you will lead the school community with vision and integrity, guiding staff development, curriculum delivery and school improvement while creating a supportive learning environment where pupils and staff can thrive.
The Headteacher will work collaboratively with leadership teams and stakeholders to maintain strong educational outcomes, promote high standards of behaviour and ensure the effective day-to-day operation of the school.
APPLY TODAY
Ready to make your next career move? Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Headteacher include:
• Strategic Leadership: Provide inspirational leadership that sets high expectations for teaching, learning and pupil outcomes
• School Improvement: Shape and deliver the school improvement plan to drive continuous progress and educational excellence
• Teaching and Learning: Monitor and evaluate classroom practice to ensure consistently high-quality teaching
• Staff Development: Inspire, support and develop staff through performance management, professional development and mentoring
• Safeguarding Leadership: Establish and maintain a strong safeguarding culture that protects and supports all pupils
• Operational Management: Oversee the effective day-to-day running of the school, including behaviour standards and attendance
• Financial Oversight: Work with finance teams to manage the school budget efficiently and ensure effective resource allocation
• Community Engagement: Build strong partnerships with parents, carers, governors and external agencies
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
• Qualified Teacher Status and successful completion of induction
• Previous experience in a senior leadership role within primary education
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS and National Curriculum frameworks
• Proven experience of improving pupil achievement and educational outcomes
• Experience with safeguarding responsibilities and promoting pupil wellbeing
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams
• Experience with school improvement planning and monitoring teaching standards
DESIRABLE
• A relevant leadership qualification such as NPQH or willingness to undertake one
• Experience with whole-school budget management and financial oversight
• Experience with adaptive teaching approaches and inclusive education practices
• Experience of working collaboratively within a multi-school or partnership environment
BENEFITS
• Health Cash Plan covering everyday healthcare costs up to £500 per year
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24-hour helpline and counselling support
• Access to generous pension schemes
• Retail discounts and cashback schemes with major UK retailers
• Cycle to Work scheme with interest-free payments
• Discounted sports centre membership
• Flexible working and family-friendly policies
• Enhanced sick pay, maternity, paternity and parental leave
This role requires an Enhanced DBS check
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
APPLY TODAY…
By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14517
This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Futura Learning Partnership
Full-Time, Permanent Teaching / Education Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Bristol, Somerset, South West England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.