Headteacher
- Employer: St Michael's Easthampstead Primary School
- Salary: L8-L21 (£60,540 to £82,006)
- Location: St Michael's Easthampstead Primary School, Crowthorne Road, Bracknell
- Contract: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Full Time
- DBS Check: Enhanced
- Closing Date: 21/04/2025 at 23:00
- Reference: Pri/25/307663
Are you our next headteacher?
Located in Bracknell, St Michael’s prides itself on its welcoming, family atmosphere. Rooted in our Christian foundations, we are inclusive of people of all faiths and worldviews. We pride ourselves on understanding our pupils’ individual needs and supporting these for the benefit of all.
‘Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities benefit strongly from the support the school offers.’ (OFSTED, October 2024)
After a period of change, the last three years have brought stability, a wonderful staff team and a clear direction to the school. Recently rated ‘Good’ in all areas under the OFSTED framework, the school has a strong foundation for exciting growth.
‘Leaders and Governors … have created an open culture in which staff and parents are engaged in the school’s development.’ (OFSTED, October 2024)
With an experienced leadership team and dedicated staff, the next headteacher will be able to build on this success, bringing inspirational and strategic leadership.
We seek a headteacher who has the energy, passion and experience to drive improvement and strive for excellence for all.
Our next headteacher will:
- support the Christian character of the school whilst respecting and celebrating diversity
- share our vision and values
- lead on excellent standards, inspiring staff and pupils to have high expectations
- enable all staff and pupils to fulfil their potential
- have a sense of humour and enjoy our pupils
- provide continued stability whilst being able to bring others in the school community with them when change is necessary
- work with supportive governors and the School Business Manager
If this describes you, then we look forward to meeting you!
We are very proud of our school – do come and visit.
HOW TO APPLY
For more information about this post and how to apply, please review the application pack, and complete the attached application form. Applications should be emailed to Sarah Hunter - sarah.hunter@bracknell-forest.gov.uk by the closing date.
We highly recommend that you visit St Michael’s so that you can get a feel for our school before applying. To arrange a visit please contact the school office on 01344 420878 or email secretary@stmicheast.co.uk
- Application closing date: 11pm on 21 April 2025
- Interviews: Tuesday 29 April 2025
- Start date: September 2025
St Michael’s Church of England Primary School
Crowthorne Road
Easthampstead
Bracknell
RG12 7EH
01344 420878
www.stmichaelseasthampstead.com
Equal Opportunities
Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
How to Apply - Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.
Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk
The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/
Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.
Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application & selection process and, if successful, to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job.
Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form.
The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.
References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.
Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.