Headteacher

We are seeking a Headteacher to join The Eaglewood School Trust part of Bourne Education Trust.

The Headteacher’s role is to provide outstanding and inspirational leadership and management of the school, creating an environment in which the highest possible standards of learning and teaching flourish and in which every student has access to high quality education to achieve their full potential.

About The Eaglewood School

The Eaglewood School provides a calm, inclusive and supportive environment where every student is encouraged to thrive. Our mission of “Aspiring, Thriving, Belonging” ensures that students are academically prepared, emotionally supported and personally respected. 

We deliver a balanced and tailored curriculum designed to meet individual needs and help students overcome barriers to learning. 

As part of Bourne Education Trust, The Eaglewood School joins a wider community of schools dedicated to raising aspirations, supporting every student’s wellbeing and helping them succeed.

Details

Position: Headteacher

Contract: Permanent, Full time

Start Date: April - September 2026

Salary: Leadership (Group 2), Scale 15-21, £73,105 - £84,699

Benefits

• Generous workplace pension through TPS
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests and flu vaccinations
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

Key responsibilities include:

• Work with Bourne Education Trust, the Local Governing Committee (LGC) and the school community to build upon the culture of continuous improvement that is currently embedded and epitomises the school's core values
• Strengthen the implementation of the school's well-established values and vision across the school community
• Build upon the existing objectives and operational plans to drive continuous improvement and excellence

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of pupils
• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent
• Successful experience as a leader

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

How to apply for this role:

Please click 'Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.