Headteacher

Are you an ambitious and inspirational leader ready to make a lasting difference to the lives of children, staff, and families?

Tenbury CE Primary Academy is seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead our welcoming and inclusive Church of England primary school into its next chapter. Situated at the heart of its community, Tenbury is a school where children are known, nurtured, and encouraged to flourish academically, socially, and emotionally.

Our school is in a strong position, benefiting from a culture of high expectations, strong relationships, and continual improvement. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build upon the significant achievements of the current Headteacher, whose leadership has seen the school achieve Good in the most recent Ofsted, with outstanding in Leadership & Management and Personal Development, as well as an Excellent SIAMS judgement. Our aim is simple: to provide every child with an exciting, memorable, and rounded education, free from limits on what they can achieve. Inclusivity sits at the heart of everything we do, alongside our commitment to ensuring children develop the confidence, character, and skills they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.

As the Chair explains, "Tenbury has a genuine sense of community. We are proud of our polite, enthusiastic learners, dedicated staff team, and supportive families. Our Christian vision, "Therefore encourage one another and build each other up", underpins our welcoming, nurturing culture and commitment to helping every child flourish. We welcome families of all faiths and none, and celebrate learning as a lifelong journey that prepares young people to be active citizens locally and globally."

We are now looking for a Headteacher who can build on the school's strengths and bring energy, vision, and passion to the role. You will be a leader who inspires others, drives high standards, values collaboration, and understands the importance of developing both children and adults. Working closely with the Local Academy Board and the Diocese of Hereford Multi-Academy Trust, you will have the opportunity to shape the strategic direction of the school while benefiting from the extensive support of a highly successful and growing Trust family.

What We Are Looking For

As an experienced school leader, you will bring:

• A proven track record of successful leadership and school improvement.
• High expectations for pupils, staff, and yourself.
• A clear understanding of curriculum development, teaching, learning, and assessment.
• The ability to inspire, motivate, and develop staff at all levels.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with pupils, families, colleagues, governors, and wider partners.
• A commitment to inclusion, wellbeing, and safeguarding.
• Strategic thinking combined with the resilience and determination to deliver sustained improvement.
• A commitment to the values and vision of both the school and the Diocese of Hereford Multi-Academy Trust.

What We Can Offer

Joining Tenbury CE Primary Academy means becoming part of the Diocese of Hereford Multi-Academy Trust - a family of schools committed to helping both children and adults flourish. You will benefit from:

• A welcoming school community with enthusiastic pupils and committed staff.
• Dedicated support from an experienced CEO, Education Team, and Central Trust Services.
• Strong networks of Headteachers and school leaders across the Trust.
• High-quality professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Safeguarding, inclusion, HR, finance, governance, and estates support.
• Employee wellbeing support.
• A culture that values collaboration, professional growth, and leadership development.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and provide an excellent opportunity to experience our unique community and learn more about our vision for the future. To arrange a visit, please contact the school directly.

Please note that the Diocese of Hereford Multi-Academy Trust and Tenbury CE Primary Academy reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable field of candidates be received. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

We are unable to accept CVs. Applications must be submitted via MyNewTerm using the Trust's application form. No agencies please.

The Trust and Tenbury CE Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.