Headteacher - St Matthews CE (Aided) Primary School and Nursery Centre

Job Introduction

The Governing Body is seeking to appoint a driven, kind and caring Headteacher who can offer inspirational leadership and who can motivate colleagues and children alike.  We are exceptionally proud of our school and nursery and would welcome someone who will continue our exciting journey of continued improvement. 

We are looking for a Headteacher who : 

• Has proven success within a school at leadership level.
• Is approachable and visible, has excellent communication skills and will work collaboratively with governors, the Diocese, staff, parents and the wider community.
• Is passionate about the wellbeing of all children and staff, whilst maintaining high expectations of achievement and behaviour.
• Is resilient, creative and committed to the future success of our school and nursery. 
• Values children as individuals with personal strengths and needs and who strives to ensure that every child’s potential is met. 

You will also be a strategic thinker and have a clear understanding of performance data and priority points for improvement to maintain high standards across the school and nursery.  Through professional development and mentoring/coaching you will support and inspire staff to deliver an exciting and engaging curriculum.

Further information and an application form can be found below.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed prior to application.  Please contact Jayne O’Connell, School Business Manager on 01952 386260 to arrange a one-to-one appointment.

Completed application forms should be returned to : 

• Email : shirley.thompson@telford.gov.uk 
• Post : Shirley Thompson – School Governance Officer, Education and Achievement and Enrichment Education and Skills, Telford and Wrekin Council, 6A Darby House, Lawn Central, Telford, TF3 4JA. 

The closing date for applications is Monday 12th October 2026 at 12 noon. 

Shortlisting will take place on the morning of Wednesday 14th October 2026. 

Interviews dates : Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd October 2026 (you will be required on both dates). 

Applications should note that there will be several activities as part of the selection process, including a presentation. Please see the job description, person specification, safer recruitment and CP and Safeguarding policies for further details.