Headteacher
Hinchley Wood Primary School
Surrey
- Expired
- Salary:
- Salary L20 – L24 (London Fringe scale)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 26 January 2026
Job overview
To commence from April or September 2026
Applications are warmly invited for an inspirational Headteacher to oversee the strategic and day-to-day leadership and management of Hinchley Wood Primary School.
Hinchley Wood Primary School is a popular three form entry primary school and proud to be a founder member of the Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership (HWLP) – a multi academy trust including Hinchley Wood School (a seven form entry secondary school on the same site) and Thames Ditton Junior School (a three form entry junior school a short walk from HWPS).
This is an exciting time to join the school, and our Partnership, helping to shape a new era of development and growth so that all children are able to reach their full potential. The successful applicant will build upon the current strengths of the school whilst being able to effectively analyse how it can improve further to realise its vision of delivering outstanding education. The successful applicant will have the support of the Partnership, Trustees, CEO and the Local Governing Body.
The role would be suitable for an experienced Headteacher or a member of a senior team looking for their first Headship.
The successful candidate will:
Have strong leadership, management and organisational skills
Have a positive, resilient and optimistic approach
Be an excellent and effective communicator with all stakeholders and the wider community
Be forward thinking, innovative and a visionary school leader
Be committed to ensuring our pupils are equipped with the relevant skills to enable them to thrive in their next steps wherever that may be
Be committed to inclusion, collaboration and keen to share best practice across the HWLP schools.
Application forms and Candidate information packs can be found by clicking on this link https://www.hwlp.co.uk/148/current-vacancies
We strongly encourage those interested in the role to visit the school prior to application. Please contact our HR Department to arrange a visit either via email hr@hinchleywoodschool.co.uk or by calling 0208 398 7161 x1344 during school hours.
Visits are available to pre-book during weeks commencing 12th and 19th January.
Closing date for applications: Monday 26th January 2026 (9.00am)
For information, interviews for shortlisted applicants are scheduled to take place during week commencing 9 February.
Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The position advertised is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
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About Hinchley Wood Primary School
- Hinchley Wood Primary School
- Claygate Lane, Hinchley Wood, Esher
- Surrey
- KT10 0AQ
- United Kingdom
ABOUT US
Working together in partnership with parents/ carers, we aim to ensure that our pupils receive a truly great education and develop the confidence and love of learning that will allow them to take their place in the world as the responsible citizens of the future.
Hinchley Wood Primary is a 3-form entry school (i.e. 3 classes per year group) located on Claygate Lane. We are a school rooted firmly in our local community. We are situated on a large site adjacent to Hinchley Wood Secondary School, where most of our pupils transition after their primary experience. We are proud to be part of the Hinchley Wood Learning Partnership (HWLP) who we work with closely to ensure high quality provision for our pupils.
Our primary school consists of multiple one storey buildings situated on a large green site. Our extensive site means that children benefit from a number of areas to play and learn. We have a large sports field, artificial grassed areas for sports and various playgrounds, separating the infants and the juniors.
A stimulating curriculum is at the heart of everything we do in our busy learning environment. We believe that every day provides an abundance of learning opportunities. We want the children to strive for excellence in every aspect of our creative curriculum and to think for themselves, exercise their imaginations and enjoy their learning.
Underpinning our academic successes are the high standards of our pupils’ behaviour and their excellent attendance, both of which require the support and involvement of our parents/carers, which we actively encourage.
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