Headteacher

Trinity is a 2-form entry primary school nestled in the family orientated Village Quarter of Portishead; walking distance from the Portishead Marina but also a short drive from the M5. Our amazing community and staff are the reasons for our success, and we are looking to appoint an experienced headteacher who is ready to build on the excellence to date and create a welcoming environment where all can thrive. Our school sets high standards in all areas of school life and we nurture individuals with real courage and integrity by championing a sense of pride and belonging. 

Key information

NOR: 382 and a 50-place nursery

Age Range: 3-11 SIAMS March 2020 – Excellent/Good

Ofsted December 2020 - Good

Are you a successful Primary School Headteacher or Deputy who…? 

• Can inspire, through Christian values, unique individuals who believe they can achieve more than they ever thought possible in mind, body and spirit?
• Through nurture and challenge, provide a firm foundation to enable all to thrive, to lead and serve in their life-long journey as local, national and global citizens?
• Continues the journey of excellence by progressing a rich and cohesive curriculum brimming with opportunities to enable children to flourish.
• Enables staff to be the best versions of themselves by actively listening to them and securing cutting edge training that they have become accustomed to, that furthers their pedagogical expertise. 
• Champions a sense of pride in our community and create a welcoming environment where all possess a strong sense of identity and belonging.
• Surrounds self with people who support and challenge them. Building strong alliances with all agencies which can provide encouragement and pioneering perspectives

We can offer you: 

• A connected community, through work with the Trust, Local Authority, Diocese and the Methodist Church that offers support to enable leaders to undertake their role effectively. 
• Engaged and confident children who are keen to learn
• A welcoming dynamic and supportive community committed with an established curriculum offer and staffing team so that excellence in education is lived not just dreamed. 
• An ambitious clear lined and attractive working environment, where inside the school doors open communication is encouraged. Regular check-ins, feedback sessions, and open forums can help all leaders feel heard and valued using coaching, supervision and regular CPD sessions trust wide 
• Time to further devise and access supportive networks where individuals can share their experiences and seek advice
• Opportunities for professional development and growth to innovate and influence the practice of 45+ schools across BWMAT

For more information and to apply:

Arrange a school visit by contacting the school on 01275 397710 or email enquiries@trinity.bwmat.org registering your interest in the headteacher post and confirming your attendance at one of the planned visit dates opposite for prospective candidates.

• Tuesday 25th March 2025 9am - 10am
• Friday 28th March 2025 4pm - 5pm
• Tuesday 1st April 2025 11am - 12am
• Wednesday 2nd April 2025 9am - 10am
• Thursday 3rd April 2025 4pm - 5pm

Closing date: Wednesday 9 th April at Midday

Shortlisting date: Monday 14th April 2025

Interview dates: A two-day process taking place on Tuesday 22nd April (online) and Thursday 24th April (on site at school)

This post will commence in September 2025

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and all relevant preemployment checks