Appleton C of E Primary School

Headteacher Vacancy

  • Job Start Date:  01 September 2026
  • Contract/Hours: Full time
  • Salary Type: Leadership Group 2 point 15-21
  • Location of Role: School
  • Contact e-mail address:  office.3850@appleton.oxon.sch.uk 

 

Appleton Church of England Primary School, situated 6 miles from Oxford, is a vibrant community with confident children and a dedicated, energetic team of staff.  We exemplify the positive aspects of a village school, while ensuring that we maintain a broader perspective through partnership with other schools and beyond.  The governors are seeking to appoint a substantive headteacher with the capacity and commitment to:

  • Inspire, nurture and lead our children, as well as our staff, in all aspects of school life
  • Actively support and develop the distinct Christian ethos of our school
  • Engage parents and carers in both the achievement of their children and the challenges that they tackle
  • Communicate effectively with adults and children
  • Drive improvement in the focus areas agreed with governors
  • Form a strong, open, productive collaboration with the governing body; for example community engagement and higher-level attainment
  • Partner with governors to deliver the vision for the school
  • Evolve existing partnerships with other schools, as well as forging new links, to the mutual benefit of all
  • Ensure that our school continues to build into being an integral part of the local community

 

In return we offer:

  • An open-minded and enthusiastic staff team
  • Pupils who are proud of their school and keen to learn
  • Families who are supportive, keen to be involved and dedicated to the continued growth of the school
  • Good facilities with excellent outdoor space
  • A governing body who offer effective support and challenge
  • An active PTA which successfully raises funds to support the school
  • A welcoming and supportive village community who are keen to support the school

 

Application Procedure

Please use the Oxfordshire County Council Teacher Application Form attached below to apply for this post. Please email completed applications to the school office marked for the attention of Ann Parham, Chair of Governors: office.3850@appleton.oxon.sch.uk 

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office on 01865 862794 to arrange a suitable time.

 

Closing Date: 23rd February 2026 at 12:00pm

Interview Dates: Tuesday 3rd and Wednesday 4th March 2026

Start Date: 1st September 2026

 

Candidates will be informed of the results of shortlisting on Wednesday 25th February 2026

 

OCC Teacher Application Form

Headteacher Information Pack

Appleton Person Specification


 

Appleton Church of England Primary School and Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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