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  • Swaffham Meadows Primary School
  • Address: Swaffham, Norfolk PE37 7HL
  • Salary: Competitive Leadership Salary (L6-L10)
  • Hours: Full time (1.0% FTE)
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Reference: 5625 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. 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. For further information about the role, please download our Recruitment Pack (pdf) . Apply today and be part of the next chapter at Swaffham Meadows Primary School. How To Apply Complete an application form online via our trust's website . Closing date: 21 October 2026 Interview date: 23 October 2026 Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct. About The Team IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING To apply , please follow the application process detailed above. This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form. The ‘Apply Now' button below only allows you to submit a job alert, not an online application.

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