Headteacher

The governors of Salisbury Primary School l are seeking to appoint an inspirational, passionate and driven Headteacher from September 2025 to continue to build on the school’s achievements and successes.

We wish to appoint a thoughtful, strong and ambitious leader who will share our vision to ensure each child achieves their potential, regardless of background or circumstances. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of developing senior and middle leaders; sound financial management skills; and a history of successfully raising pupil attainment.

Salisbury Primary School proudly serves a diverse community of over 500 students. Our school values encompass the desire for each student to succeed academically in a safe and enriching, happy environment. Our parents and governors support the school’s work and are proud members of the school community. We are looking for a leader to continue this important strand of wider engagement to ensure Salisbury Primary School continues to meet our community’s needs.

Staff at Salisbury Primary School are passionate and dedicated teachers who maintain the highest expectations for our students. The successful candidate will recognise the role of staff development in achieving excellent student outcomes and will focus on developing outstanding classroom practitioners and leaders.

We highly recommend you visit and take the opportunity to meet our staff and students; please contact the school directly: 020 8478 6059.

For further information about the role, please contact the Chair of Governors.

Telephone: 07947 328 746

Email: yvonne.murray@salisbury.newham.sch.uk

Closing date for applications: noon on Friday 24th January 2025

Interviews will be held week commencing 3^rd February 2025

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

 An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates who are also required to complete a self-disclosure. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and any appointment will be subject to references.