(Teaching Headship Lydbrook Primary School)

Lydbrook Primary School
Lydbrook, Gloucestershire
NOR: 71
Salary: Group 1 L7L14 (£60,144 £71,329, pending pay award)
Required from September 2026

HEADTEACHER (with teaching commitment)

The Governing Body of Lydbrook Primary School is seeking an inspiring, values-led and forward-thinking Headteacher to lead our welcoming, community-focused village school into the next exciting stage of its journey.

Nestled in the Wye Valley, our small school is known for its nurturing ethos, strong relationships, and commitment to ensuring every child is seen, valued, and able to flourish. We enjoy extensive outdoor learning spaces, a highly dedicated staff team and a community that takes great pride in its school. As we embed our refreshed school vision Together we learn. Together we excel. we are looking for a leader who can unite, motivate and guide our school family with clarity, compassion and ambition.

We are looking for a Headteacher who:

• Brings strong, credible leadership rooted in the values of Belonging, Empathy, Ambition and Resilience
• Can confidently lead teaching, learning and curriculum development, demonstrating a strong understanding of the current education landscape
• Has up-to-date knowledge of national expectations, including curriculum design, assessment practice, inclusive provision and the evolving Ofsted inspection framework
• Is committed to high-quality provision for pupils with SEND and understands the opportunities within current SEND reforms
• Can balance a teaching commitment with effective strategic leadership, modelling excellent classroom practice for staff
• Values and prioritises strong relationships with pupils, families, staff, governors and the wider community
• Is excited by the opportunities and challenges of leading a small, rural primary school and shaping its next chapter

We can offer:

• Happy, kind and enthusiastic pupils who are proud of their school
• A highly experienced, caring and committed staff team
• A supportive and engaged governing body
• A strong sense of community with committed parents, carers and local partners
• A beautiful, well-resourced environment with extensive opportunities for outdoor learning
• The chance to make a significant, lasting impact on a much-loved village school

Closing date: Friday 27th March 2026 at 12 noon
Shortlisting: Week commencing Monday 13th April 2026
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 27th April 2026

Lydbrook Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and appropriate pre-employment checks, including online searches for shortlisted candidates.

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