Headteacher

Job Introduction

The Governors of Steep CE (VC) Primary School are seeking to appoint a new headteacher to lead our wonderful school. You will be a dynamic and inspirational educator who can build on our strengths and successes, with the ability to confidently lead our school, supporting and developing staff, embracing a team culture and valuing the well-being of the community. You will:

•• be passionate about championing a culture of inclusive education and high ambition for every child,

•• bring a strong vision for the future rooted in an interest in educational innovation,

•• be an excellent communicator who thrives on working as part of a wider team and is able to build strong relationships with children, staff, parents, governors and the wider community,

•• share our belief, rooted in our Christian foundation and values, that every child deserves a great education and a happy childhood.

In return we can offer you:

•• leadership of a successful and popular school with stable finances, excellent outcomes, strong Christian values and an inclusive ethos,

•• the chance to work in a small rural school set in beautiful surroundings with excellent and well-used outdoor spaces,

•• a dedicated and capable staff team who are welcoming and supportive, love their jobs and are constantly seeking to develop and improve,

•• a highly supportive, knowledgeable and engaged governing body,

•• a school at the heart of the community with close links to the village church, supportive parents, an active PTA and mutually supportive relationships with other similar schools in our area.

Please do browse our website and get in touch so you can come and see our wonderful school for yourself.

Application Procedure

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the School Business Manager, Becs Noble (R.Noble@steep.hants.sch.uk), to make arrangements.

Please find attached the Headteacher Information Pack and application form. Candidates should complete the application form and return it so that it is received no later than noon on 27June 2025.

To apply, download the attached application form by clicking the on the application form, then complete and save it. Once ready, click 'Apply' button to upload your completed application form.

You should provide a full statement in support of your application, which should not exceed two sides of A4 paper, and should take account of the key focus areas in the job description and elements of the person specification marked with an (A). Please do not restate the factual details already included elsewhere on the application form.

Safer Recruitment

Steep CE (VC) 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. 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.