Headteacher
East Lane Primary School
Brent
- £94,490 - £100,951 per year
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 20 February 2026
Job overview
ABOUT EAST LANE PRIMARY SCHOOL
East Lane Primary School is a three form entry primary school serving a diverse local community. We pride ourselves on our strong relationships, inclusive ethos, and commitment to ensuring that every child feels valued and supported and excellent academic outcomes.
Our school is characterised by:
A warm, welcoming atmosphere
Positive behaviour and attitudes to learning
Dedicated and skilled staff
Strong partnerships with parents and carers
A commitment to continuous improvement We place children at the heart of everything we do and strive to provide a rich, engaging curriculum that supports academic achievement and personal development.
OUR VISION AND VALUES
At East Lane Primary School, we aim to:
Inspire a love of learning
Ensure high expectations and aspirations for all pupils
Promote kindness, respect, and responsibility
Celebrate diversity and inclusion
Prepare children to be confident, resilient, and successful members of society Our values underpin all aspects of school life and guide decision-making at every level.
Our values underpin all aspects of school life and guide decision-making at every level.
THE ROLE OF THE HEADTEACHER
The Headteacher will:
Provide strategic leadership and direction for the school
Contribute to the Wembley Multi Academy Trust Executive Team leadership
Lead and manage teaching and learning to ensure high standards
Promote a culture of safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusion
Manage staff performance and professional development
Oversee the efficient use of resources and budget
Work closely with governors, the local authority, and external partners
Represent the school positively within the wider community This role requires a strong moral purpose, excellent leadership skills, and a clear vision for school improvement
This role requires a strong moral purpose, excellent leadership skills, and a clear vision for school improvement.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
We are seeking a Headteacher who:
Is an experienced school leader with a proven impact on outcomes
Has a clear and compelling vision for primary education
Demonstrates excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
Is committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice
Can inspire, motivate, and support staff and pupils
Works effectively in partnership with governors, parents, and the community
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About East Lane Primary School
East Lane Primary School was opened in April 2017 and in November 2019 was judged ‘Outstanding’ in every category by Ofsted in its first full inspection (Please click here for the full report). It is housed in a new and purpose-built £14 million building with exceptional resources and is located adjacent to Wembley High. This provides our children with an ‘all-through’ experience of outstanding schools. East Lane Primary School is a 3 form entry school with pupils from Reception to Year 6. Our results to date for Early Year, Phonics, KS1 and KS2 have been amongst the highest in Brent and significantly about the national averages and we are looking to continue our success as the school moves forward.
We are looking for a highly skilled teacher and able leader who will be committed to our ethos and values. The successful candidate must be open to doing things differently and believe in the unique way in which East Lane Primary School and our Trust work
If you are excited by taking on this challenge, we’d love to hear from you. For further information about the school and applying for this job, please visit our website at www.elps.co.uk or download our application pack below.
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