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Swaffham Meadows Primary School
- Address: Swaffham, Norfolk PE37 7HL
- Salary: Competitive Leadership Salary
- Hours: Full time (1.0% FTE)
- Contract: Permanent
- Reference: 5537
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
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Why join Sapientia Education Trust?
- 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.
Apply today and be part of the next chapter at Swaffham Meadows Primary School.
To find out more
For further information, please download our Recruitment Pack (pdf) https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/I-Sep/5537-recruitment-pack-head-of-school-swaffham-meadow-primary-school.pdf.
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Complete an application form online via our trust’s website https://ce0200li.webitrent.com/ce0200li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=58214202FG&LANG=USA&VACANCY_ID=7837547HI3.
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Closing date: 7 October 2026
Interview date: 12 October 2026
Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.
The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. In accordance with the Department for Education's Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, references will be sought on all shortlisted candidates before interview.
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