Assistant Headteacher - Fordbridge Community Primary School

FORDBRIDGE COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL

Assistant Headteacher L4- L7Start Date: January 2027 (or later by negotiation for the right candidate)

Fordbridge Community Primary School is a diverse, inclusive and ambitious school at the heart of the Chelmsley Wood community. We are proud of our excellent Ofsted report, which recognised the strength of our provision, the ambition we have for our pupils and the positive culture we have created across the school. Building on these strong foundations, we are excited about the next phase of our improvement journey. Our school is built on high expectations, strong relationships and an unwavering commitment to ensuring the very best outcomes and opportunities for every child. We are passionate about creating a culture where pupils thrive, staff feel valued and supported, and professional learning is central to everything we do. Staff work collaboratively, engage with evidence-informed practice and are encouraged to develop as reflective, skilled and confident practitioners. As part of a supportive trust and leadership team, colleagues benefit from high-quality professional development and genuine opportunities for career progression. We are delighted to offer an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious, talented and experienced primary teacher with strong leadership potential to join our established leadership team as Assistant Headteacher. This role offers the chance to make a significant contribution to whole-school improvement while continuing to develop as a senior leader.

About You

We are seeking an experienced, aspirational primary teacher with strong leadership potential and a deep commitment to high-quality teaching and learning.

You will be someone who:

• Has a consistent record of high-quality classroom practice in KS2
• Be able to lead a core subject or area
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of pedagogy, curriculum and current educational research
• Has experience of leading, coaching or influencing teaching practice across KS1 and KS2
• Is driven by moral purpose and a belief that every child can succeed
• Builds positive, professional relationships and holds high expectations of themselves and others
• Iscommitted to their own professional development and leadership growth

We Can Offer

• A school with strong leadership and a clear commitment to excellence
• The opportunity to work in a school with a recent Ofsted grade of ‘Strong’ in four areas: Leadership, Teaching & Curriculum, Inclusion and PD.
• The opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and contribute meaningfully to whole-school improvement
• High-quality CPD, including leadership development and coaching opportunities
• A supportive and aspirational leadership team who value collaboration and professional dialogue
• The chance to develop your leadership skills and take an important next step in your career
• Enthusiastic children who are eager to learn and proud of their school
• As a member of our school leadership team you will be given the opportunity and support to enable you to meet your own aspirations and to further develop your career.

Safeguarding

Fordbridge Community Primary School are part of Prosper Together Multi-Academy Trust, as we are dedicated to continually moving forwards as rapidly as possible. Whilst this vacancy is advertised on WM Jobs for Solihull MBC, Prosper Together Multi Academy Trust is the employer.

Fordbridge Community Primary School iscommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Closing Date: 3.11.26

Attached documents

• Advert.pdf
• Job description FPS.pdf
• Application Form.docx

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