Head of School at Suffolk County Council

Bury St Edmunds, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

71682.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Primary curriculum, Safeguarding, Staff management, Coaching, Mentoring, Assessment, Strategic planning, Inclusion, Diversity, Catholic education

Industry

Government Administration

Description

* St Edmund’s and St Joseph’s Catholic Primary Schools* * Address: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 1QG * Salary: L10 – L14 (£65,010 - £71,682) per annum * Hours: Full time * Contract: Permanent. Required from 1 September 2026 * Reference: 8780 *Predominately based at St Edmund’s Catholic Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity to take on the role of Head of School (Deputy Head terms and conditions) at the federation of St Edmund’s and St Joseph’s Catholic Primary Schools. We are looking for an experienced, practising Catholic teacher to work alongside the Executive Headteacher and Assistant Head (Curriculum and ECT Lead) as the schools join The Our Lady of Walsingham Academy Trust in September 2026. The role is non-classed based and involves leadership across both sites with the majority based at St Edmund’s. You will bring your expertise and knowledge of the primary curriculum in supporting colleagues to ensure pupils enjoy a knowledge rich learning experience which promotes inclusion, diversity and excellence. You will take on the Designated Safeguarding lead at St Edmund’s. You will be joining an established federation of two primary schools where shared planning and assessment are designed to support staff well-being. Cross federation working provides opportunities for collaboration, coaching and mentoring. There is strong professional development and well-being support for all staff. To find out more Please read the Job Description (word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/D-Apr/8790-Teacher-St-Andrew’s-School-Person-Specification.docx] and Notes to Applicants (word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/D-Apr/8780-Notes-to-Applicants-Head-of-School-St Edmunds-and-St Josephs-Catholic-Primary-Schools.docx] Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to visit either school or have an informal discussion with the Executive Head, Maria Kemble. Please visit our website [https://www.st-edmunds.suffolk.sch.uk/] to learn more about our schools. Please call 01284 755141 to arrange. How to apply Please complete the Application Form (word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/D-Apr/8780-Application-Form-Head-of-School-St Edmunds-and-St Josephs-Catholic-Primary-Schools.docx], Recruitment Monitoring Form (word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/D-Apr/8780-Recruitment-Monitoring-Form-Head-of-School-St Edmunds-and-St Josephs-Catholic-Primary-Schools.docx] and Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 Disclosure Form (word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/D-Apr/8780-Rehabilitation-of-Offenders-Act-1974-Disclosure-Form-Head-of-School-St Edmunds-and-St Josephs-Catholic-Primary-Schools.docx]. Completed application forms should be emailed to msquirrell@st-edmunds.suffolk.sch.uk [msquirrell@st-edmunds.suffolk.sch.uk] Closing date: 3 pm, 15 May 2026 Interview date: 22 May 2026. The Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work. The successful candidate will need to undertake a DBS check. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING To apply, please follow the application process detailed above. This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form. The ‘Apply Now’ button below only allows you to submit a job alert, not an online application.

Responsibilities

The Head of School will provide leadership across the federation of St Edmund’s and St Joseph’s Catholic Primary Schools, working alongside the Executive Headteacher. Responsibilities include overseeing the primary curriculum, ensuring a knowledge-rich learning experience, and serving as the Designated Safeguarding Lead at St Edmund’s.