Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

• Employee discount
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Car scheme

 

Full job description

At OFG we allow for greater work life balance and extra time to do the things you love outside work

Job Title: Head of Primary

Location: Wessex Lodge Primary, Kilmington, Wiltshire BA12 6RB

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday–Friday

Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

Start: December 2026

UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

Wessex Lodge Primary is seeking a dedicated and ambitious Head of Primary to lead our specialist primary provision for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact, leading a skilled and passionate team within a nurturing, therapeutic environment where every pupil is supported to succeed. Whether you are an experienced Head of School or a senior leader ready for your next challenge, you will play a key role in driving school improvement and shaping the future of our provision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strong and inspiring leadership across the school.
• Create a safe, supportive and nurturing environment where pupils can thrive.
• Drive high standards in teaching, learning and curriculum delivery.
• Champion trauma-informed, therapeutic and relational approaches.
• Lead, coach and develop teaching and support staff.
• Oversee quality assurance, performance management and professional development.
• Build positive partnerships with families, local authorities and external professionals.
• Contribute to the strategic direction and continued growth of the school as part of the Senior Leadership Team.