Job Introduction
The Governing Body is looking to recruit a new Headteacher for September 2025.
St Peter’s is a thriving and vibrant school, where children are engaged, nurtured and inspired. Our ethos is deeply rooted in our school motto, ‘Living Life in all its Fullness’ and our core values of celebration, collaboration, respect, responsibility, service and truth shape every aspect of school life. Visitors frequently remark that St Peter’s is more than just a school – it’s a place where children feel at home, valued and supported in their individual learning journeys.
Over the past five years our school has progressed and developed. We achieved a ‘Good’ Ofsted inspection in 2022 and more recently a superb SIAMS inspection report. We now look forward to building on these strong foundations, taking the school forward.
What we can offer
- Children who are curious, engaged in their learning and love coming to school.
- An engaged and supportive governing body that has considerable experience in education at local and national levels.
- Staff who feel part of a supportive family and who are valued and developed.
- A great environment for children to learn in our lovely 18th Century manor house.
- A strong partnership with St Peter’s Church and the Diocese of Guildford.
Click here to watch our welcome to the school
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced school leader to lead our school with vision and passion. The Headteacher will lead, motivate and hold staff accountable for delegated responsibilities whilst fostering a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement. An excellent understanding of educational pedagogy and how this is translated into focused and measurable educational progress for the children is required as is the ability to foster a nurturing and supportive atmosphere for children and staff.
Our key priorities for 2025/2026
- Further the progress made in raising standards in reading, writing and mathematics in all children’s groups and to meet expected levels at Key Stage 2.
- Investment in our staff as a team and ensure that teaching standards are good every day, for every child.
- Embrace the Christian vision and values we hold and bring further depth to our spiritual development and to further that with the local community.
- Think strategically and creatively in the context of a challenging budget to provide a supportive yet challenging learning environment.
Visits to the school
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school at:
Email: adminoffice@st-peters-jun.hants.sch.uk
Phone: 01252 543320
A suitable time can be arranged for a governor to show you around.
Application Process
Please go to the Hampshire County Council recruitment website. You should provide a full statement in support of your application focusing on the key priorities and person specification. You should not exceed three sides of A4 paper. Please do not re-state the factual details already included elsewhere on the application form.
Selection Procedure
Closing date: 6th May (Noon) 2025
Shortlisting: 7th May 2025
Interview dates: Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd May 2025 at the school.
Completed application forms should be sent to HTRecruitment@hants.gov.uk
Further details will be sent to those candidates called for interview. Applicants will be advised after the shortlisting date whether they have been successful.
Equality Monitoring
All applications will be required to complete an Equality Monitoring form.
Safer Recruitment
St Peter’s CofE (Aided) Junior School is 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 checks along with other relevant employment checks.
