The First Federation Trust is seeking to appoint a Head of School for Willowbank Primary (NOR: 246 ; Age range 2-11) to cover maternity leave from April 2026 to December 2026 initially. This post is 0.8 with flexibility on the days to be worked. The school is located in the mid Devon town of Cullompton which has good links to the M5. The Head of School is the educational leader of the school whose core focus is the quality of teaching and learning and works within a highly supportive leadership structure. Willowbank collaborates between schools in the Trust, which has a significant impact on teaching and learning and school improvement.
We are looking for an exceptional teacher and leader with a real desire to be involved in school improvement; someone who wants to make a difference for children, hone and develop their leadership skills and work in a distributed leadership system. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a high performing Multi Academy Trust.
- Have you got what it takes to be a significant part of the future for primary school leadership?
- Are you passionate about learning and teaching and want every child to be taught in an excellent school?
- Are you a person who enjoys taking risks, embraces change, challenges the status quo, thinks creatively and
believes in teamwork and collaboration?
- Are you ready to join Team Willowbank?
We can offer you:
- The opportunity to work within a progressive and forward thinking multi academy trust
- Employee assistance programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Contributory pension
Closing date: 4th February 2026 at midday
Interview date: w/c 9th February 2026
Visits to Willowbank Primary School are recommended and should be arranged by contacting the school office on 01884 33473 or office@willowbank.devon.sch.uk.
Willowbank Primary is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance. Our Child Protection policy can be found on the school's website Home | Willowbank Primary School All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.