Teaching Vacancies

Headteacher

BS27 3AQ

Key information

Pay
Salary not listed
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
16 Oct 2026
Closing date
15 Nov 2026

About this role

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to appointing an exceptional individual who has

  • Excellent leadership, management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Drive and commitment to ensure the school succeeds.
  • A track record as an outstanding teacher and leader.
  • Deep knowledge of teaching and learning and all aspects of the curriculum.
  • Determination to ensure no learner is left behind so all learners reach their potential.
  • Ability and desire to lead in all academic, pastoral, and business matters of the school.
  • Total commitment to ensure the safeguarding of all children.
  • A dedication to promoting Christian ethos and values in every aspect of school life.
  • The ability to lead and inspire colleagues to provide the best possible education for our young people

What the school offers its staff

It is an exciting time to join the Wessex family as we grow.

We offer

  • Professional induction, training and continuing professional development opportunities.
  • Excellent collaboration across Trust settings, extensive learning communities and specialist subject leads to enhance the learning of our young people and enhance your personal development.
  • Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme.
  • A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, PAM Wellness who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee

Commitment to safeguarding

The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.