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Headteacher Elston Hall Primary School
Elston Hall Primary School,
Full time. Permanent. Required to start January 2027.
Elston Hall Learning Trust is seeking an inspirational, experienced Headteacher to lead Elston Hall Primary School. Elston Hall is one of the largest primary schools in Wolverhampton, catering to 680 pupils who are proud of their school!
As Headteacher, you will provide clear, values driven leadership, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning and pupil outcomes. You will lead the day to day running of the school, developing a positive and inclusive culture where pupils and staff can thrive, while working closely with Executive Leaders and colleagues across the Trust to drive continuous improvement.
We are looking for a strong and experienced leader with a proven track record in primary education, who can inspire others, build effective teams, and use data and self-evaluation to secure sustained school improvement. This role provides an exciting opportunity for a prospective leader to build on secure foundations while shaping the next phase of the school’s journey. There is clear scope to further strengthen consistency, raise outcomes for all groups of learners, and continue to develop high quality teaching and learning across the school.
Our newly appointed Headteacher will benefit from comprehensive support across the Trust. This includes school improvement expertise and access to centralised core services, enabling them to prioritise educational excellence and pupil outcomes. In addition, as part of our Trust, the Headteacher will join a network of supportive and caring colleagues - professionals who celebrate each other’s successes and provide encouragement and collaboration during times of challenge.
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Elston Hall Learning Trust is dedicated to achieving the highest standards in education, striving for excellence in all areas of learning and ensuring that both pupils and staff are supported to reach their full potential. We invest in the professional growth of our people and offer various opportunities for professional development to help you continuously improve and advance in your career.
You will be part of a supportive community where teamwork and shared goals are highly valued, and our Trust fosters an inclusive culture, ensuring a positive and nurturing environment for everyone.
The post holder must be aware of and adhere to the Trust’s and school’s policies and procedures in connection with Child Protection and Safeguarding.
Please review the application pack which can be found with the advert. Visits to Elston Hall are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact Dawn Cooper on 01902 558003 or recruitment@ehlt.org.uk
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Our commitment to the wellbeing and safeguarding of our young people
Elston Hall Learning 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 appointments will be subject to an Enhanced DBS and barred list check along with other relevant employment checks including at least 2 satisfactory references, prohibition check for teaching staff, right to work in the UK and qualifications.
Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self declaration form prior to interview and online searches will be carried out on all shortlisted applicants. References will be sought for shortlisted applicants prior to interview where possible.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
The post holder must be aware of and adhere to the Trust’s and school’s policies and procedures in
connection with Child Protection and Safeguarding.
Interviews and Tasks: Thursday 9 July, 2026 and Friday 10 July, 2026
Visits to School: Wednesday 24 June 2026 (afternoon) Friday 26 June, 2026 (morning)
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