Headteacher

Job description

Job Description

• Boxford CEVC Primary School
• Address: Stone Street, Boxford, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 5NP
• Salary: £67,897 - £78,701 pro rata (L12-L18)
• Hours: Full time
• Contract: Permanent, required from January 2027
• Reference: 5349

Boxford CEVC Primary School governors are seeking an inspirational Headteacher to lead our highly regarded and caring school.

Situated beside St Mary's Church, our school is at the very heart of the vibrant community of Boxford, a beautiful Suffolk village.

As a school we have strong Christian values and aim to drive continuous improvement, seek innovative solutions and provide the best possible education and experience for our school community. We are looking for a new headteacher who will help us to ensure every member of our school community thrives in an environment which has kindness, hard work, creativity and mutual understanding at its heart.

Under your leadership we will seek to innovate, create opportunities and raise the aspirations and possibilities for all. You will have the support and challenge of a committed governing body as you continue to advance our school. We will invest in your development with the same enthusiasm that we hope you will bring to your role as headteacher.

For more information

School visits are encouraged. For further details, an informal conversation about the role, or to arrange a school visit, please contact Emma Hollock, Chair of Governors by calling 01787 210332.

How to apply

To find out more, please request an application pack from Headteacher Recruitment at: [email protected]

Closing date: 9 am, 14 September 2026.

Interview dates: 24/25 September 2026.

Promoted as JOTW (Job of the Week) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

Boxford CEVC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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