Job Introduction
- Closing Date: 16 January 2026
- Interview Dates: 2 & 3 February 2026
- Job Start Date: 1 September 2026
- Contract/Hours: Permanent
- Key Stage: Primary – Ages 4 - 11
- Salary Range: £78,702 - £91,158 ranging through a 7 point scale, Group 3, L18-L24
- Hours of Work: Full-time
- Location of Role: Hook with Warsash CE Academy
- Contact e-mail address: recruitment@warsash.hants.sch.uk
Are you an inspirational leader, committed to excellence and passionate about holistic education? Hook-with-Warsash C of E Academy is seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead our vibrant, stand-alone primary academy, set in a welcoming community with a strong reputation for high standards and a nurturing environment.
About the Role:
You will provide strategic leadership, upholding and further developing our strong ethos, vision, and values. You will ensure the highest academic standards while focusing on the social and emotional wellbeing of every child. As Headteacher, you will lead a dedicated staff team, build positive relationships with pupils, parents, governors, and the wider community, and maintain our position as a school of choice within and beyond our catchment area.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is a qualified teacher with significant leadership experience in primary education
- Has a proven track record of raising academic standards and promoting holistic development
- Has a strong knowledge of safeguarding, statutory requirements, and financial management
- Is an excellent communicator, able to motivate and inspire staff, pupils, and stakeholders
- Is committed to upholding our Christian values and fostering an inclusive, supportive environment
- Is committed to upholding our Christian ethos and values and fostering an inclusive, supportive environment
- Is committed to ensuring the school is an inclusive, supportive environment where every child feels valued
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a highly regarded school with an excellent local reputation
- Lead a supportive, dedicated, and innovate staff team
- Opportunity to shape the future direction of a stand-alone academy
- Extensive facilities, beautiful grounds, and a focus on staff wellbeing and professional development
- Engage in strong partnerships with our local church, cluster schools, and the wider community
Application Procedure
Visits to the school are welcomed and warmly encouraged. To arrange a visit or request an application form, please telephone 01489 572393 or e-mail the school at recruitment@warsash.hants.sch.uk
Applications can be submitted by post or e-mailed to Ann Willmott, Business Manager to the above address.
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.
