Location: Swaffham Meadow Primary School
Phase: Primary
Job Type: Permanent
Job Time: Full Time
Start Date: Spring Term 2027
Closing Date: Wed 2nd Dec 2026
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Swaffham Meadow Primary School
Sporle Road
Swaffham, Norfolk
PE37 7HL
Part of theSapientiaEducation Trust
- Permanent
- Full Time
- Required Spring Term 2027
Lead a school. Shape its future.
Are you ready for the next stage in your career?
This is a rare opportunity to become Head of School at Swaffham Meadows Primary School during an exciting period of transformation and growth.
Having recently joined Sapientia Education Trust, the school has embarked on a new chapter with a refreshed identity, ambitious vision, and plans to expand from its current small-school setting towards one-form entry, including the development of a new school building.
We're seeking an inspirational and ambitious leader who is passionate about school improvement, committed to achieving the very best outcomes for children, and excited by the opportunity to shape the future of a growing school community.
What you'll bring:
- Successful leadership experience within a primary setting
- A proven track record of driving school improvement
- High expectations for pupils, staff and outcomes
- A passion for developing outstanding teaching and learning
- The ability to build a positive, inclusive school culture
- Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills
- Extensive leadership support from experienced education professionals
- Access to specialist expertise in curriculum, SEND, safeguarding and school improvement
- Strong professional development opportunities across a growing trust of schools
- Teachers' Pension Scheme and Sodexo staff benefits package
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact on a school with enormous potential
If you're a visionary leader ready to build on strong foundations and help create something truly special, we'd love to hear from you.
Closing Date: 02 December 2026, 12 noon
Interview Date: 07 December 2026
Sapientia Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff must be prepared to undergo several vetting checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust reserves the right to withdraw offers of employment where checks or references are deemed to be unsatisfactory
The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.
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Headteacher in Swaffham employer: Swaffham Meadow Primary School
Swaffham Meadows Primary School, as part of the Sapientia Education Trust, offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where innovative leadership is encouraged. With a strong focus on professional development and a commitment to fostering an inclusive culture, this role provides an exceptional opportunity for growth and impact within a vibrant school community. Join us in shaping the future of education while enjoying the benefits of working in a collaborative and forward-thinking setting.
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Swaffham Meadow Primary School Recruitment Team
