Headteacher - St Athan Primary
| Posting date: | 22 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £74,384 to £86,183 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 May 2026 |
| Location: | Barry, CF62 4PG |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Vale of Glamorgan Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SCH00963 |
Summary
About us
St Athan Primary is a one form entry primary school with a nursery. Our school building is a single-story structure built in 1967 and has been well maintained over the years. A fire in February 2025 caused extensive damage to one wing of the school and rebuilding work has just began to replace this space, in the meantime a modern demountable structure is being utilised.
Originally being a much larger school, we are fortunate to have adequate space for community rooms and breakout areas for children who have difficulty regulating their behaviour. The school grounds are extensive with a large playing field and playgrounds, and a well-established outdoor learning area.
Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
About the role
The Governing Body is seeking to appoint an inspirational and reflective Headteacher who will build on the school's strengths and work collaboratively with the community to shape St Athan's next chapter.
This is an exciting opportunity for a leader who values collaboration, listens deeply, and understands the importance of sustaining momentum while protecting the wellbeing of pupils and staff.
Hours of Work / Weeks per year / Working Pattern:
Main Place of Work: St Athan Primary School
About you
We are looking for a Headteacher who:
is a strategic, values-driven leader with high expectations for all:
is ambitious for every child and committed to securing excellent outcomes and experiences:
Leads with integrity, empathy and emotional intelligence:
places children at the heart of every decision:
Actively promotes staff wellbeing, professional growth and distributed leadership:
Values collaboration and works effectively with staff, governors, parents and the wider community: and is able to build upon and further develop existing strong practice.
EWC Required
DBS Check Required
Additional information
For Further Information, contact: For an informal discussion, contact: John Thomas (Chair of Governors). Please contact him by email: office@stathanprimaryschool.co.uk or via the school office on 01446 751480
Return Method e.g. e-mail / return to school: Applications should be returned by email to JSparks@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
Shortlisting date: Mon 11 May
Interview dates: Mon 18 & Tue 19 May
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.
St Athan Primary is a one form entry primary school with a nursery. Our school building is a single-story structure built in 1967 and has been well maintained over the years. A fire in February 2025 caused extensive damage to one wing of the school and rebuilding work has just began to replace this space, in the meantime a modern demountable structure is being utilised.
Originally being a much larger school, we are fortunate to have adequate space for community rooms and breakout areas for children who have difficulty regulating their behaviour. The school grounds are extensive with a large playing field and playgrounds, and a well-established outdoor learning area.
Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
About the role
The Governing Body is seeking to appoint an inspirational and reflective Headteacher who will build on the school's strengths and work collaboratively with the community to shape St Athan's next chapter.
This is an exciting opportunity for a leader who values collaboration, listens deeply, and understands the importance of sustaining momentum while protecting the wellbeing of pupils and staff.
Hours of Work / Weeks per year / Working Pattern:
Main Place of Work: St Athan Primary School
About you
We are looking for a Headteacher who:
is a strategic, values-driven leader with high expectations for all:
is ambitious for every child and committed to securing excellent outcomes and experiences:
Leads with integrity, empathy and emotional intelligence:
places children at the heart of every decision:
Actively promotes staff wellbeing, professional growth and distributed leadership:
Values collaboration and works effectively with staff, governors, parents and the wider community: and is able to build upon and further develop existing strong practice.
EWC Required
DBS Check Required
Additional information
For Further Information, contact: For an informal discussion, contact: John Thomas (Chair of Governors). Please contact him by email: office@stathanprimaryschool.co.uk or via the school office on 01446 751480
Return Method e.g. e-mail / return to school: Applications should be returned by email to JSparks@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
Shortlisting date: Mon 11 May
Interview dates: Mon 18 & Tue 19 May
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.
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