Headteacher

Contract type: Permanent

FTE: 1.00 FTE

Leadership range: L30 £105,595 - L36 £122,306

Location: Mangotsfield School, BS16 9LH

Closing date: 14th September, 9am

Interview dates: Monday 21st September and Tuesday 22nd September.

Proposed start date: 1st January 2027

Are you an experienced, impactful leader ready to raise standards and deliver a great education for every child? We have an opportunity for an aspirational Headteacher to lead Mangotsfield School from January 2027. This role is equally suited to an experienced Headteacher who is motivated by the chance to shape the next chapter of a well established school, or an ambitious leader ready to step into their first Headship.

About the role

As the Headteacher of Mangotsfield School, you will provide proactive and innovative leadership to steer the school’s strategic direction and maintain its commitment to excellence. Reporting to the Director of Secondary Schools, you will be responsible for all aspects of school improvement, ensuring that our mission is clearly articulated, shared, and realised by the entire school community.

You will work collaboratively with a knowledgeable Senior Leadership Team and other Headteachers across our trust to contribute to the broader trust agenda and foster a culture of shared values. Central to this role is the promotion of an inclusive, high-achieving environment where teaching and learning are at the heart of strategic planning.

About you

We are seeking a visionary, resilient leader with a proven track record in secondary education and an exceptional understanding of the evolving educational landscape. You will be someone who:

• Is a motivational leader who encourages staff and pupils to unlock their unique talents and ambitions
• Has a relentless determination to ensure every child makes significant progress, regardless of their starting point.
• Leads with a blend of courage, curiosity, and compassion.
• Brings energy and an optimistic attitude to the role, demonstrating the tenacity and agility required to deal positively with the pressures of school leadership.
• Uses data strategically to drive continuous improvement.
• Values that "more is achieved together" and are committed to contribute professionally to the wider goals of the trust.
• Communicates confidently and translates complex visions into clear, actionable goals with clearly identified impact.
• Shapes coherent improvement plans that translate ambition into sustained, measurable progress.
• Empowers colleagues by sharing expertise generously and guiding them through purposeful professional development.

About Mangotsfield School

Mangotsfield School has been recognised as a “rapidly improving, community focused, ambitious school.” In our last inspection we were awarded Good in all categories, a testament to the vision and dedication of the leadership and teaching body.

Mangotsfield School has a strong ethos built on our four values. In all aspects of school life we encourage students to love learning, embrace challenge, give and earn respect and grow our community. Our classrooms, our corridors and our systems are built on these values: this supports our culture where we can meet individual needs and close the gaps for our students.

Mangotsfield School is a local secondary school firmly rooted in, and proudly working within, the community which it serves. The school is situated in pleasant semi-rural surroundings on the north‑eastern outskirts of Bristol. Mangotsfield School benefits from being part of a wider trust and partners with Downend School to deliver 16-19 opportunities for all students.

We can offer you:

• Happy, engaging students who thrive on inspirational leadership
• A supportive trust and school community
• Strong collaboration across the trust family of schools and access to a centralised team of specialists across all areas of school operations
• A commitment to high‑quality CPD, with dedicated time and budget for your development
• A values‑driven ethos where diversity, equity and inclusion are lived every day
• Recognition of continuous service (modification order) to protect employment rights and entitlements
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions and death‑in‑service cover
• Occupational sick pay to support you during illness or unexpected emergencies
• Family‑friendly leave packages to help maintain a healthy work–life balance

To find out more about Mangotsfield School and our trust, please refer to our candidate recruitment pack attached. Full information on arranging a visit or making enquiries about the role can be found in the pack.

Join us in Providing a Great Education for Every Child

Our trust is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and communities, as we recognise the importance and benefit this has for our pupils.