Headteacher Contract Type: Full time, Permanent Job Start Date: September 2025 Leadership: L8-L14 Are you a visionary leader who can build upon the school’s success? Ashton-under-Hill First School is a popular rural education setting at the foot of Bredon Hill. The school is welcoming and friendly with strong community links. There is a well-established staff team who go above and beyond to give the pupils the best possible start in their education as reflected in our last Ofsted rating ‘Good’ (March 2022). Our responsive parents and Governing Board work with us to fulfil our motto, “Shaping Bright Futures Together”. We collaborate in our local cluster and beyond sharing good practice and support each other. We are looking for someone special who: Has a passion for teaching and learning Sets high expectations for all Has a passion as a strategic leader with a clear vision for future progress Will inspire, motivate, challenge and support the pupils, staff, parents and wider community Is passionately committed to helping all young people to achieve success and set their own high aspirations Has a clear vision of educational excellence, how to achieve it and the ability to make it happen Has excellent inter-personal, communication, analytical and organisational skills. Is a caring individual who puts the wellbeing of the pupils at the heart of all they do Has high expectations both of themselves and their practice Is able to sustain the happy, open and vibrant ethos of our school We can offer you: Children who are happy and confident and have real pride in their school and their own achievements Highly professional staff who are enthusiastic, innovative and dedicated to a shared vision to be the school of choice in the community A governing body committed to working with the Headteacher to continue the strategic development of the school A school that places the development and wellbeing of children at its heart A commitment to supporting your development with appropriate CPD A welcoming community in a delightful village The school website www.ashton.worcs.sch.uk provides a wealth of information, its achievements and the curriculum. How to Apply: Interested applicants, are strongly encouraged to visit the school. Please ring 01386 881333 to book a visit. A recruitment pack and application form can be requested from Mrs. Nichol Brown, Office Manager via email to: nbrownashton.worcs.sch.uk Ashton-under-Hill First School, Elmley Road,, Ashton-under-Hill,, Worcestershire, WR11 7ES Interview Date: Wednesday 30th April 2025 Ashton under Hill First School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.