Job description
This role presents a rare opportunity to shape the future of a growing ASC specialist provision whilst maintaining the high standards, nurturing ethos and ambitious aspirations that define our school.
We are looking for a Headteacher who can inspire staff, engage families, champion innovation and ensure that every student continues to receive an outstanding educational experience.
You will be supported by a skilled and dedicated staff team, committed Trustees and a school community that shares a relentless belief in the potential of every young person.
We believe the best way to understand what makes Combe Pafford School so special is to experience it firsthand. We warmly welcome prospective applicants to visit the school, meet our pupils and staff, and see our values and vision in action. We will be holding school tours on 22nd October 2026 and 5th November 2026.
Thank you for taking the time to explore this opportunity. We hope this information gives you a sense of the exciting journey ahead and the important role you could play in shaping the future of Combe Pafford School.
We look forward to receiving applications from talented and passionate leaders who share our commitment to transforming the lives of children and young people with additional needs.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Combe Pafford School
Academy special converter · Ages 8–19
- Pupils
- 257
- Avg teacher salary
- £48,446
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 8.4:1
- Academy trust
- COMBE PAFFORD SCHOOL
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Torquay, Torbay, TQ2 8NL
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- Salary
- L27 - L37
- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Full time
- Posted
- 14 October 2026
- Closing date
- 9 November 2026
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