Headteacher - All Saints CE First School and Hutchinson Memorial CE First School

Headteacher

All Saints CE First School and Hutchinson Memorial CE First School

Part of The Innovate2Educate Partnership

Salary: L2 - L8
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2026 or sooner by negotiation

About the Schools

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to lead two thriving Church of England first schools at the heart of their local communities. Both All Saints CE First School and Hutchinson Memorial CE First School are proud members of The Innovate2Educate Partnership and share a strong commitment to nurturing children within caring, inclusive and aspirational Christian environments.

Although each school has its own distinct identity and community, both are united by a shared belief in helping every child flourish academically, socially and spiritually. Together, the schools are embarking on an exciting new chapter of collaborative leadership and partnership working, supported by the Trust and wider family of schools across Innovate2Educate.

At All Saints, the vision is rooted in ensuring all children flourish through courage, compassion and curiosity, enabling every member of the school community to "let their light shine before others."

At Hutchinson Memorial, Christian foundations are central to school life, with a vision for every child to become resilient, adaptable and inspired to fulfil their hopes and dreams through an enriched and nurturing curriculum.

The successful candidate will lead both schools with warmth, ambition and integrity, building on their strengths while developing a shared culture of excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement.

The Role

This role offers an exceptional opportunity for a leader who is passionate about small schools, Christian education and collaborative leadership. Working across both settings and closely with the Trust, the successful candidate will:

• Provide visible, compassionate and inspirational leadership across both schools
• Build a strong shared ethos while celebrating the individuality and identity of each school community
• Lead high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum development to ensure excellent outcomes for all pupils
• Develop a culture where children flourish academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually
• Work collaboratively with staff, governors, families, churches and the wider Trust community
• Strengthen partnership working between the schools, identifying opportunities for collaboration, shared practice and innovation
• Champion inclusion, aspiration and opportunity so every child is supported to achieve their full potential
• Ensure safeguarding and pupil wellbeing remain central to all aspects of school life

We are looking for a Headteacher who:

• Is an experienced and effective leader with the ability to inspire and motivate others
• Has a strong understanding of primary education and a commitment to delivering excellent outcomes for children
• Leads with integrity, warmth and a clear moral purpose
• Values the importance of relationships, community and collaboration
• Has the strategic vision and organisational skills to lead across two schools effectively
• Can nurture and develop staff teams, empowering others and building leadership capacity
• Has a commitment to inclusive practice and supporting all children to flourish
• Understands and values the distinctive nature of Church of England education

The Innovate2Educate Partnership: Vision and Values

All Saints CE First School and Hutchinson Memorial CE First School are proud to be part of The Innovate2Educate Partnership, where our shared mission is:

"Innovating today, educating for tomorrow."

Our values underpin everything we do:

"We love, we listen, we learn, we grow."

As a Trust, we are committed to developing thriving schools, investing in people and supporting leaders to deliver exceptional education across our communities.

What we can offer the successful candidate

• The opportunity to lead two welcoming and well-supported Church of England schools
• Enthusiastic, caring children who are proud of their schools and eager to learn
• Dedicated and committed staff teams
• Strong relationships with families, churches and local communities
• A supportive Trust committed to collaboration, leadership development and school improvement
• Access to high-quality professional development and leadership networks across the Trust
• The opportunity to shape a shared vision for both schools and contribute to Trust-wide development

Visits and Applications

Prospective applicants are warmly encouraged to visit the schools to gain a deeper understanding of their communities, values and vision.

Visits will take place on:

• Tuesday 12th May at 2.00 pm
• Tuesday 12th May at 4.00 pm

To arrange a visit, please contact:

To apply, candidates should complete the application form and submit a supporting statement outlining their suitability for the role and their vision for leading both schools.

Applications should be submitted to:

Closing Date

Monday 18th May at 12 noon

Interviews

TBC

Safeguarding Statement

All Saints CE First School and Hutchinson Memorial CE First School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and full safer recruitment checks, including satisfactory references.