Headteacher

Headteacher

L18 to L24: £81,995 to £94,322 (outer London)

A higher salary is available for a successful applicant with significant relevant expertise

Start Date – September 2026

Are you ready to lead an inclusive, primary school as part of a growing multi-academy trust?

Kensington Avenue Primary School is a happy, two-form entry community primary with a Nursery and an Extended Learning Provision in Thornton Heath.

Are you an enthusiastic, experienced and visionary leader ready for your next challenge?

Our school is looking for an inspiring, bold and nurturing Headteacher with extensive curriculum knowledge and a commitment to quality first teaching. You will either already be a Headteacher, or a Deputy Head with extensive and demonstrable leadership experience.

Are you committed to collaboration and driving up standards for all?

In addition to the opportunity to work with highly rewarding children, we can offer you:

• Extensive opportunities for personal development through our Teaching School, English and Maths Hubs, including playing a leading role in regional and national school improvement.

• The autonomy to develop your curriculum in the best interests of your school community.

• A genuine partnership with like-minded, innovative school leaders to support school level, as well as Trust-wide, school improvement.

For further details and to apply please visit our website at https://wandlelearningtrust.org.uk/work-with-us

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 10th March 9am

Interviews: Wednesday 18th March

We strongly encourage you to arrange a school visit one of the following dates: 24th February (am only), 25th February (pm only), 27th February, 4th March (am only), 6th March. Please contact Mark Siswick at recruitment@wandlelearningtrust.org.uk for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The Wandle Learning Trust values the diversity of our students and is proud to inspire them through representative teaching and support staff. We aim to select all staff on merit, irrespective of race, sex, disability, age, gender reassignment, sexuality or other protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

The Academy welcomes applications from disabled candidates. If you have a disability, please indicate any adjustments we might make when applying in order to ensure that the shortlisting process is fair and meets your needs.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

CVs are not accepted.