Headteacher - Dallam Community Primary School

About us

Serving children aged 2 to 11, Dallam is a proud member of The Challenge Academy Trust (TCAT) and is committed to ensuring that every child is nurtured, inspired and empowered to achieve their very best.

Our school is built upon strong relationships, high expectations and a deep commitment to inclusion, ensuring every child feels valued, safe, respected and able to succeed.

We are looking for a leader who shares our passion for educational excellence and can work alongside our talented staff, engaged families and supportive Trust to shape the next stage of Dallam's development.

The role

Dallam Community Primary School is seeking to appoint a new Headteacher who can provide inspiring leadership and build upon the significant strengths of our thriving and inclusive school community.

As Headteacher, you will be the leading professional at the school, accountable to the Local Governing Challenge Board (LGCB) and the Trust Board. You will provide vision, leadership, and direction, ensuring the school is managed and organised to meet its aims and ambitions. You will also play a key role in The Challenge Academy Trust’s Central Executive Team, contributing to the strategic direction of the trust and collaborating with other Principals and Headteachers to advance educational outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide inspirational, strategic, and operational leadership to ensure continued school improvement and academic excellence.
• Foster a culture of high expectations, equity, and aspiration for all.
• Work collaboratively with The Challenge Academy Trust (TCAT) and other stakeholders to maximise opportunities for students and staff alike.
• Champion staff development, wellbeing, and innovation in teaching and learning.
• Ensure an inclusive, safe, and nurturing environment where all students can thrive.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a proven track record of successful senior leadership in a primary setting
• Demonstrates drive, resilience, and integrity to lead with conviction and compassion
• Is passionate about inclusion and ensuring every child thrives.
• Has a clear vision for outstanding primailto:mary education.
• Can motivate, challenge and empower staff to achieve excellence.
• Builds strong relationships with pupils, families, governors and the wider community.
• Embraces innovation whilst maintaining focus on teaching, learning and achievement.
• Can work effectively within a collaborative Trust environment.

To arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Andrew Moorcroft, TCAT CEO, via email: a.moorcroft@tcat.uk.com or Victoria Briggs, TCAT Director of Education, via email: v.briggs@tcat.uk.com

Tours of the school can be arranged on request by contacting Victoria Briggs, TCAT Director of Education, via email: v.briggs@tcat.uk.com

How to Apply

Online via this link:- Headteacher Application

Terms and Benefits

1. Salary: Leadership Scale L15 – L21 (£73,105 to £84,699 - subject to 3.5% uplift).
2. Eligible for membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
3. Occupational Sick Pay Scheme (entitlements based on service).
4. Access to TCAT+, our Reward and Wellbeing platform, including access to retailer discounts and benefits, car lease scheme, discounted healthcare cash plan, cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and other online resources to support physical, emotional, professional, financial and social wellbeing.
5. Access to a comprehensive CPD framework through ‘Education Connect’, our professional development arm, and online resources from the National College.
6. An environment where employee health and wellbeing are actively supported and promoted.

The Challenge Academy Trust is committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, and our employment policies, procedures and practices are regularly reviewed to ensure compliance with legislation. We are committed to creating a workplace culture that is inclusive, positive, and fair with opportunity for all.

Key dates and Information

Wednesday 7 October 2026 (midday) - Closing date

Wednesday 15 October 2026. - Applicants will be invited to an assessment centre, to be held at the school.

Thursday 16 October 2026. - Following the assessment centre, candidates will be reviewed, with successful candidates being invited to a formal panel interview

January 2027 - Start date (subject to candidate notice periods)

Salary:- Headteacher Group 2: STPCD L15 – L21

Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent