Head Teacher - Stratton Church of England Primary
Cirencester
Grade Leadership Group
Allowances (Not applicable)
Hours Full Time
Contract Permanent
Closing Date: 31/05/2026
Interview Date: 18/06/2026
Start Date 01/01/2027
Headteacher
Stratton Church of England Primary School
Stratton, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 2NG
Full-time Permanent | Leadership Group L10-L16
Start date: September 2026 / January 2027
Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for unlocking children’s potential?
Stratton Church of England Primary School is seeking to appoint a dynamic and visionary Headteacher who shares our values, can build on our strong foundations, and lead us confidently into the next stage of our journey.
Located on the northern edge of Cirencester, we are a ‘Good’ (Ofsted) voluntary controlled Church of England primary school with strong links to St Peter’s Church and the wider community. With approximately 190 pupils on roll, the school offers engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments, set within attractive landscaped grounds at the heart of Stratton village.
Our vision, “unlocking potential for lifelong learning,” is at the core of everything we do. We are proud of our highly skilled and dedicated staff, who build positive relationships with every pupil and provide rich, engaging learning experiences. Our Christian ethos underpins our commitment to nurture, challenge, and inspire every child.
We are a fully inclusive school where every individual is valued, and where pupils thrive in a safe, happy and supportive environment.
What we offer:
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning
• A skilled, nurturing and professional staff team
• A positive working environment rooted in strong vision and Christian values
• A supportive, experienced and forward-thinking governing body
• A highly active PTA and strong community partnerships
• A commitment to your professional development and wellbeing
About you:
You’ll be an experienced leader with a proven track record of raising standards and nurturing
potential. You’ll bring vision, warmth, resilience and a commitment to safeguarding and
promoting the welfare of every child.
Safeguarding and recruitment:
Stratton CofE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks.
In accordance with KCSIE, an online search will be carried out on shortlisted candidates.
References will be requested for all applicants who are shortlisted.
Equality, diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
Visits and application process:
We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit.
Closing date: Midnight 31st May 2026
Interview date: 18th and 19th June 2026
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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