Headteacher

Salary: Leadership Scale L8-L- 68586(DOE) FTE

Hours of work: Full time

Contract type: Permanent

This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contactAlderbury & West Grimstead CE Primary School for further information.

About the Role

Pickwick Academy Trust is seeking an exceptional and highly motivated Headteacher to lead Alderbury & West Grimstead CE Primary School a nurturing values-led school rooted in its Christian ethos and driven by its vision of Foundations for Life.

We are looking for a passionate and courageous leader who can bring strategic thinking warmth and ambition to a school at the heart of village life.

As Headteacher you will:

• Lead with vision authenticity and compassion inspiring others through your actions
• Set and uphold ambitious expectations for all pupils and staff
• Promote and embody the schools Christian values and inclusive ethos
• Collaborate effectively within a strong supportive Trust that champions excellence
• Drive a culture of high standards continuous improvement and reflective practice

Whether youre an experienced head or if youre ready to take the next step in your leadership journey we would love to hear from you!

We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit our school youll truly feel the warmth and spirit of our community. Join us for a tour on Tuesday 18th June 2025 or get in touch to arrange a visit at a time that works best for you. Wed be delighted to welcome you to our school.

Why choose us
At Alderbury & West Grimstead CE Primary School we believe that everyone has a part to play in the education of our pupils. We value the relationships between our staff governors and the wider community. As a Church of England school we are also fortunate to enjoy close links with our churches in the local area. We all work together to ensure that children enjoy the challenges of a varied and inspiring curriculum that develops their curiosity and thirst for knowledge.

Full details can be found in the job description and person specification.

Pickwick Academy Trusts vision strategy and mission is underpinned by our moral purpose to provide the best education and curriculum for the children we serve and is based on the values of: aspiration; collaboration; inclusion; enjoyment; and nurturing relationships with the intention of empowering children to become life-long learners global citizens and deep thinkers.

We provide a strong ethical framework that enables children to make thoughtful positive choices and are committed to providing a high quality and educationally stimulating learning environment led by exceptional and dedicated staff.

If youre eager to contribute and collaborate with driven compassionate and committed individuals we encourage you to apply. Our mission is to attract and retain top-tier professionals who are unwavering in their pursuit of our shared vision.

We offer an excellent staff benefits package employees have access to a dedicated wellbeing hub a cycle-to-work scheme and a wide range of health and lifestyle perks. We support flexible working arrangements to help promote a healthy work-life balance and are committed to your ongoing career and professional development through training opportunities learning resources and clear progression pathways.

At Pickwick Academy Trust we value diversity in all its forms as a driver of innovation creativity and a more inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of our wider community. We warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds experiences and perspectives to join our vibrant team.

We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. This includes providing reasonable adjustments to support individuals with disabilities neurodivergence or specific needs enabling them to perform their roles effectively. If you require any assistance with your application please dont hesitate to contact our Recruitment Team.

Find out more and apply:

If you would like to apply for this role please ensure you follow the link below to MyNewTerm to apply - alternatively please contact the school on0 or email on

Closing date: 12.00pm (Midday) Wednesday 2^nd July 2025

Interview Date: Friday 18^th July 2025

Anticipated Start Date: January 2026

Please be aware that this role may be closed ahead of the deadline if sufficient applications are received.

Pickwick Academy Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff governors trustees and volunteers to share this commitment. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups including those related to ethnicity gender identity age disability sexual orientation religion or belief.

The jobholder must demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This will involve undertaking annual Safeguard training and using school reporting systems for any Safeguard concerns.

Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As such all applicants are required to disclose any criminal convictions cautions warnings or reprimands even if they are considered spent. An enhanced DBS check will be undertaken prior to the commencement of any employment.

References will be requested at the shortlisting stage and may be used during the interview process. If your previous employment includes work with children one referee must be from that roleregardless of whether it is your current or most recent position. All gaps in employment must be accounted for and explained in the relevant section of the application form.

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2024 and our safer recruitment procedures an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates. This search will involve reviewing publicly available information to help assess a candidates suitability to work with children. Further guidance will be provided to shortlisted candidates who may be asked to clarify aspects of their online presence.

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