About this role
Headteacher - St George’s Church of England Primary School
Location
London Road St George’s Telford
Salary
Leadership pay L21 - L24
Closing date
1 September 2026
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Start Date: January or April 2027
Following the well-deserved appointment of our current Head Teacher to a new role as a Local Leader of Primary Education, the Governing Board is delighted to seek an exceptional, forward-thinking leader to carry our Church of England school forward.
Rooted in our Christian vision, "Love each other as I (Jesus) have loved you", St George's is a caring, nurturing and ambitious school where every child is known, valued and encouraged to flourish. Our values- kindness, responsibility, friendship, honesty, perseverance, respect, happiness and forgiveness- shape all that we do and guide the way we learn, work and grow together.
This is a wonderful opportunity for an inspirational and strategic leader who is committed to placing children at the heart of every decision through Christian values, ensuring they thrive academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.
About Our School
St George’s Church of England Primary School and Nursery is an oversubscribed, larger‑than‑average, thriving and inclusive Christian school, currently educating around 570 children. Although officially a 2.5‑form‑entry school, we operate as a three‑form‑entry, enabling us to offer a broad, rich curriculum and strong pastoral care across all year groups.
We are incredibly proud of the high standards our children achieve. Outcomes for disadvantaged pupils place us in the top 25% nationally, reflecting our determination to ensure that every child- no matter their background- has the opportunity to excel. Our dedicated staff team work tirelessly to provide high‑quality teaching that inspires ambition, curiosity and confidence in every learner.
Collaboration is central to our success. We work closely with local schools, Lichfield Diocese, Telford & Wreki