Headteacher

The Role

The Headteacher will be a visible, compassionate and strategic leader who champions excellence in teaching and learning and embodies the school’s Christian values.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading, supporting and developing a committed and caring staff team
• Ensuring the delivery of a high quality, inclusive and ambitious curriculum
• Creating a culture where all children feel safe, motivated and able to flourish
• Strengthening partnerships with parents, Dorchester Abbey and the wider community
• Upholding and promoting the school’s Christian ethos in daily practice
• Please note there will be a teaching commitment.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking a leader who is:

• Inspirational and resilient – able to motivate staff, pupils and families through both successes and challenges
• Values‑driven – modelling the Christian principles that underpin our school
• Ambitious for every child – committed to inclusion and high expectations for all
• Experienced in primary school leadership- committed to leading on professional development.

This is a meaningful opportunity to shape the future of a cherished village school.