At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead an outstanding primary school and shape the future of education.
- Company: Ramsbury Primary School, a thriving community school with an outstanding Ofsted rating.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive community, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team in a school known for excellence and kindness.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on young lives in a beautiful rural setting.
- Qualifications: Experience in educational leadership and a passion for nurturing young minds.
The predicted salary is between 75664 - 87664 £ per year.
Ramsbury Primary School is seeking an inspirational, strategic and compassionate Head Teacher to lead its next phase of development. Ramsbury is a thriving, high-performing village primary in a beautiful rural Wiltshire setting – judged Outstanding in all areas at its most recent inspection – and it is also a government-designated English Hub. The Hub supports schools across four counties to deliver excellence in early reading and phonics and is expanding to include support for secondary schools too. Your strategic direction of the Hub will be crucial in this expansion phase.
About the School: Ramsbury sits at the heart of a Wiltshire village of around 2,000 residents, equidistant from Marlborough and Hungerford. With one class per year group, the school is small enough for every child to be known well, and ambitious enough to deliver results that sit consistently and comfortably above nationwide averages. The culture is rooted in respect and kindness, expressed through Golden Rules the children know by heart: be gentle, be kind, work hard, show respect, listen to people, be honest.
Recent outcomes (2024/25):
- Phonics Screening Check: 97% (nationwide average 80%)
- EYFS Good Level of Development: 79% (nationwide average 68%)
- KS2 Reading EXS+: 89% (nationwide average 75%)
- KS2 Maths EXS+: 89% (nationwide average 73%)
CVs are not accepted. Applications should include a covering letter of no more than two sides of A4, ensuring all statements are supported by clear, specific evidence of impact, including measurable outcomes where possible. Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Governors would be delighted to welcome prospective applicants to meet pupils, staff and governors and experience the school in action. Please contact Alpha Parish to arrange a convenient time.
Ramsbury Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and visitors to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. Successful candidates will be required to present photographic identification, original qualification documents and a current DBS at interview.
Headteacher employer: Ramsbury Primary School
Ramsbury Primary School is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing village school that has been recognised as Outstanding by Ofsted. With a strong emphasis on respect and kindness, the school fosters a supportive work culture where every staff member can thrive and contribute to the educational excellence of its pupils. Located in the picturesque Wiltshire countryside, the role not only allows for personal growth and professional development but also provides the chance to make a significant impact on education across multiple counties through its designation as an English Hub.
