Vacancies

Horningsham is a thriving village school set in the unique grounds of the Longleat Estate in Wiltshire, near Warminster and Frome, and close to Bath.

We have 71 children at present with a PAN of 12. This enables the Head Teacher to have the unique privilege of knowing every child and family personally. We work together to ensure our children can flourish socially, emotionally and academically.

The school is at the centre of a vibrant community, with a highly committed staff and a dedicated governing body. The last Ofsted Inspection in November 2021 judged the school as good.

All about the role:

We are searching for a Headteacher who can lead our journey into the next decade, inspiring all of us who work tirelessly for everyone connected to our dedicated and committed community.

The successful candidate will be a sincere and strong team player, working closely with all members of the school staff, whilst also able to support staff development through their own teaching, modelling and coaching.

There is a teaching commitment of 0.2 required as well as curriculum leadership of a specific subject area(s). The successful candidate will recognise the importance of developing a strong partnership with parents, governors and the local community, as well as with our partners in the Compass Group.

We are looking for a Headteacher who:

• is an outstanding practitioner with recent teaching experience who will lead and motivate staff and children through the delivery of an exciting creative and inclusive curriculum and with a commitment to raising standards
• is a natural and experienced leader with vision, with a clear educational philosophy
• has excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
• is capable of building strong working relationships across many varied sectors here in the heart of Longleat
• is an enabler who works in a collaborative style with all the dedicated and supportive stakeholders at Horningsham
• has high expectations for teaching and learning and ensures that all children can thrive and succeed
• is nurturing, passionate, compassionate, approachable and resilient
• can work alongside other local Headteachers to learn, improve and share practice

We can offer you a good school in a beautiful village location with:

• children who have outstanding behaviour and who are happy and enthusiastic to come to school and learn
• a highly committed and hard-working staff team
• a welcoming inclusive school with a positive and caring environment with the desire to improve further
• a positive relationship with parents, our community and a supportive Governing Body
• opportunities for continued professional development and support
• opportunities to work closely with other Head Teachers as part of our Compass Group of schools

Find out more and apply:

Applicants are welcome to visit the school which we would strongly recommend. 

If you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or a medical condition, please email the school office.

If you are interested in a job share please make this clear on your application form.

Applications should be submitted by downloading and completing in full the application form and writing an accompanying letter stating experience, interests and personal qualities. Applications on CVs will not be considered. 

Closing date: 12.00pm Monday 3rd February

Interview dates: Thursday 27th and Friday 28th February 2025

Commencement date: 1st September 2025