Job Introduction
Job Introduction
The Governors of Overton CE (VC) Primary School are seeking to appoint a new headteacher to lead our wonderful school. We like to think this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity - please do get in touch, come visit and see for yourself!
Overton CE Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive school at the heart of Overton’s village community, welcoming children aged four to eleven. We are a warm, forward-looking and close-knit school community, all working together to fulfil our shared vision of ‘Excellence for All’.
We are looking for an inspiring and values-driven leader who will make a lasting impact on the lives of our children. As our headteacher you will:
- champion a culture of inclusive education, where all children are nurtured and challenged to be their best
- 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 fantastic relationships with children, staff, parents, governors and the wider community
- share our belief, rooted in our Christian values of Love, Hope and Faith, that every child deserves a great education and the ability to flourish, and perhaps most importantly…
- keep ‘Hot Chocolate Fridays’ going (the children have asked for this to be in the ad!).
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
- a school with excellent facilities and a new nursery provision, all set within beautiful and extensive grounds
- a dedicated and immensely talented staff team who are welcoming and supportive, love their jobs and are constantly seeking to develop and improve
- a highly supportive and engaged governing body
- a school at the heart of the community with close links to the village church, supportive parents, and an active PTA (the fireworks night is incredible!).
Please do read the information pack, browse our website and get in touch.
Application Procedure
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school to make arrangements adminoffice@overton.hants.sch.uk.
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 9th February 2026.
To apply, download the attached application form by clicking 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
Overton CE 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.
Closing date: 9th February (midday)
Interview dates: 26th and 27th February
Job start date: 1st September 2026
Salary: Leadership Scale L18 - L24*
Salary details: The indicative pay range is set at L18 (£78,702) to L24* (£90,255).
Hours of work: Full time
Location: Overton Church of England Primary School, Court Drove, Overton, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG25 3ES
