Headteacher

Headteacher, Hillmorton Primary School

Leadership Scale : L17-L21

£76,772 - £84,699

Start date: January 2027

At Hillmorton, we believe great leadership changes lives—could you be our next Headteacher?

Hillmorton Primary School is a high-performing, inclusive and ambitious school at the heart of its community. Following Outstanding Ofsted judgements in 2017 and again in 2023, we are seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead our next exciting chapter.

This is an unique opportunity to build on strong foundations in a school defined by strong relationships, high expectations and a clear moral purpose—where every child is known, valued and inspired to achieve their very best.

We are seeking a leader who will:

1.    Articulate and deliver a compelling vision rooted in high expectations, inclusion and strong moral purpose

2.    Build on our culture of warmth, ambition and deep community connection

3.    Champion excellent teaching and a rich, creative curriculum that nurtures curiosity, creativity and character

4.    Hold high expectations for all, ensuring strong accountability for the impact of teaching on pupil outcomes

5.    Lead effective systems to secure a safe, well-ordered and aspirational environment

6.    Inspire, develop and empower staff within a collaborative, open and ambitious culture

You will bring:

1.    Proven, successful leadership experience and the ability to inspire and unite others

2.    A deep understanding of high-quality teaching and sustained school improvement

3.    The ability to use data intelligently to drive excellence

4.    A strong commitment to inclusive practice, including SEND provision

5.    Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build purposeful partnerships

At Hillmorton, we are committed to ensuring every child receives an exceptional education, both academically and personally—leaving us with the confidence, resilience and compassion they need for the future.

As part of Stowe Valley Multi Academy Trust, the successful candidate will benefit from the strength, support and extensive educational expertise of a highly collaborative organisation. The Trust brings deep and proven capability across school improvement, curriculum design, teaching and learning, safeguarding, SEND and inclusion, and leadership development. This collective expertise is shared across schools, enabling leaders to draw on evidence-informed practice, professional networks and a strong culture of collaboration. With a clear focus on delivering high-quality education for every pupil, Stowe Valley empowers its Headteachers to lead with confidence and sustain excellence.

Discover Hillmorton for yourself.

If you are energised by the opportunity to lead a school where ambition, strong relationships and moral purpose shape every decision, this could be the defining next step in your career. We warmly welcome visits to see our school in action and to experience the ambition and care that define our community. Contact Fiona Perks, Executive Assistant at fiona.perks@stowevalley.com to arrange an appointment.

We strive to provide high quality education for all students and we are looking to recruit someone to support our students across the Trust in fulfilling their academic potential and enabling them to become ‘the best they can be’. An understanding of how every member of staff contributes to this is essential.

All applications are via our online platform and can be found on the Vacancies section of the Stowe Valley Multi Academy Trust website www.stowevalleymat.com. We will not accept CVs for this post. Strong applications may be considered on receipt.

The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

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