Headteacher
| Posting date: | 04 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 April 2026 |
| Location: | Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 8WW |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | f3ae1042-ca30-4e1f-9d07-4d8d90ce9fef |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for someone who will:
• provide passionate, professional and compassionate leadership and management that reflects the vision and values of our school and its child-centred approach
• have the skills, experience and personal qualities to inspire and promote the highest quality of teaching and learning
• work with our fantastic staff to build upon the outstanding work of our outgoing Head, embracing our commitment to well-being, professional development, collaboration and a coaching culture
• value and maintain our inclusive approach, supporting all children to thrive
• have extensive experience of EYFS and KS1 “We Dream, We Aspire, We Thrive – Powerful Learning for Life”
• engage and communicate with parents/carers and the wider community to forge and maintain effective relationships
• work collaboratively with other settings, schools and school partnerships to facilitate smooth transitions and maximise opportunities in our children’s educational experiences.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
• a successful, popular school whose welcoming and nurturing atmosphere is always commented upon by visitors
• happy, enthusiastic and respectful children who love learning
• a stable, cohesive, dedicated and skilled staff team
• great community support with enthusiastic parental engagement and an active PTA
• an effective and supportive Governing Board
A wealth of further information about the school can be found on our website at www.patchaminf.brighton-hove.sch.uk
Further details about the role
Our Recruitment Pack gives further details about our school, a comprehensive job description and some messages from governors, children, staff, families and our outgoing headteacher.
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.
We are looking for someone who will:
• provide passionate, professional and compassionate leadership and management that reflects the vision and values of our school and its child-centred approach
• have the skills, experience and personal qualities to inspire and promote the highest quality of teaching and learning
• work with our fantastic staff to build upon the outstanding work of our outgoing Head, embracing our commitment to well-being, professional development, collaboration and a coaching culture
• value and maintain our inclusive approach, supporting all children to thrive
• have extensive experience of EYFS and KS1 “We Dream, We Aspire, We Thrive – Powerful Learning for Life”
• engage and communicate with parents/carers and the wider community to forge and maintain effective relationships
• work collaboratively with other settings, schools and school partnerships to facilitate smooth transitions and maximise opportunities in our children’s educational experiences.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
• a successful, popular school whose welcoming and nurturing atmosphere is always commented upon by visitors
• happy, enthusiastic and respectful children who love learning
• a stable, cohesive, dedicated and skilled staff team
• great community support with enthusiastic parental engagement and an active PTA
• an effective and supportive Governing Board
A wealth of further information about the school can be found on our website at www.patchaminf.brighton-hove.sch.uk
Further details about the role
Our Recruitment Pack gives further details about our school, a comprehensive job description and some messages from governors, children, staff, families and our outgoing headteacher.
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.