Headteacher

Job Introduction

Headteacher, Scantabout Primary School, Chandlers Ford, Hampshire

Closing Date: Thursday 7th January 2027

Interview Date: Monday 25th and Tuesday 26th January 2027

Job Start Date: Monday 12th April 2027

Contract/Hours of Work: Permanent – Full Time

Salary Type: Leadership Scale

Salary Details: The indicative pay range is set at L15 £76,664 – L21 £88,664 (Group 2 School)

Location of Role: Scantabout Primary School, Ionic Close, Chandlers Ford, Hampshire, SO53 2NR

Role Summary

“Pupils enjoy attending this friendly and nurturing school. This shows through their smiles and their keenness to learn. Pupils demonstrate the school’s values well, through their respect and hard work.” Ofsted, December 2024

At Scantabout Primary School we are proud of our school and the children. We aim to ensure that our children are cared for, nurtured and respected and that we provide a school that allows each and every child to flourish.

The Governing Body of Scantabout Primary School is seeking a new Headteacher who can inspire and lead, recognise and maintain the current high standards whilst driving further improvement, be visible and present and share the values of the school.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a vibrant, inclusive one-form entry Primary School. We are proud of our vision of “achieving our best together” and our core values of succeed, respect, belong and aspire. We are committed to ensuring that all pupils are happy and confident leaners who are well-prepared for the future.

We are looking for a Headteacher who will:

• Maintain the existing high standards at the school whilst bringing new, fresh ideas to support future growth and development.
• Consider sustainability for the future, including holistic, innovative and creative thinking.
• Strategically lead the school whilst maintaining operational effectiveness of the school.
• Sustain and further develop a rich, inclusive, and ambitious curriculum that reflects the school’s values and meets the needs of all pupils, including those with SEND, EAL and those working at greater depth.
• Cultivate a professional culture where staff feel valued, supported, motivated, inspired, and empowered to grow. Be transparent, approachable, prioritise wellbeing of all staff members, collaborate with staff, have a willingness to help, and provide development and coaching at all levels.
• Be committed to strong, effective communication and build strong relationships with staff members.
• Be committed to the school and share its values.
• Be a present and visible headteacher for the children, staff, parents/carers and the community.  

What Scantabout Can Offer

If you join our team, we can offer:

• Well-behaved, kind and enthusiastic children who love learning and demonstrate our values every day.  
• A community focussed school where children are known, valued and encouraged to thrive.
• A place where inclusivity and diversity are welcomed and respected.
• People who work together to make a meaningful and visible difference.
• A strong, cohesive team of skilled and dedicated staff who support one another and strive for excellence.
• An opportunity to join an existing senior leadership team consisting of a Deputy and Assistant Head.
• A school with strong foundations and academic results with high ambitions for the future.
• A supportive and ambitious Governing Body who will provide support, guidance and commitment to the school.

Most importantly we have children who enjoy attending our friendly and nurturing school. Our children and the community love their school, and we very much hope you will too.

Application Procedure

• Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to arrange via email chairofgovs@scantabout-pri.hants.sch.uk. We can facilitate visits on the following dates: 30th Nov, 1st, 4th, 7th, 10th and 11th Dec 2026.
• A full and detailed person specification and job description is included in our information pack and more information on our school can be found on our website - https://www.scantabout-pri.hants.sch.uk/
• Applications will need to be returned electronically to htrecruitment@hants.gov.uk no later than 12:00 on Thursday 7th January 2027.
• When submitting your application, please use the following format as the email subject heading: School Name – Position – Your Name.
• Applications are acknowledged within 2 working days of receipt. If you do not receive an acknowledgement within this time, please contact the recruitment team immediately at htrecruitment@hants.gov.uk

Scantabout Primary School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.