Head of School

• Swaffham Meadow Primary School
• Address: 4 Sporle Road, Swaffham, Norfolk PE37 7HL
• Salary: Competitive Leadership Salary
• Hours: Full time
• Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible
• Reference: 5731

Lead a school. Shape its future.

Are you ready for the next stage in your career?

Swaffham Meadow Primary School are seeking an inspirational and ambitious Head of School 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 will 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

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.

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 are a visionary leader ready to build on strong foundations and help create something truly special, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and be part of the next chapter at Swaffham Meadows Primary School.

For more information

Please read the Candidate Recruitment Pack (pdf) or alternatively, please visit our website.

How to apply

To apply, please visit our website

Closing date: 12 pm, 2 December 2026.

Interview date: 7 December 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