Headteacher

This isn’t just another Headteacher role — it’s a chance to transform a school and shape its future

Brookfields Primary is entering an exciting new chapter, with a new CEO joining in September 2026 and a clear vision to build a thriving, values-driven culture.

We’re looking for an ambitious and purpose-led Headteacher to lead this journey.

Why join us?

• Lead a genuine reset and create a lasting legacy
• Build a culture of high expectations and belonging
• Work within a collaborative Trust where leaders are supported and developed
• Make a real difference to pupils, staff, and the wider community

What makes this role unique?

• A strong commitment to leadership growth through coaching and support
• Genuine collaboration — no silos, no isolation
• A culture where success is shared and people thrive

Who we’re looking for

A driven and values-led leader who:

• Is committed to improving life chances for every child
• Has the ambition to transform a school and influence a community
• Wants to grow as a leader within a bold and supportive Trust

This is your moment

This role is challenging — but deeply meaningful. If you’re ready to lead change, build something exceptional, and be part of an ambitious organisation, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply:

For further information, including the job description, person specification, and details of the application process, please refer to the attached pack.

If you would like to discuss the role or the application process in more detail, please contact Collette O’Connell (People Lead) at [email removed].

Prospective applicants are also encouraged to arrange an informal conversation or visit prior to applying. To do so, please contact either Collette O’Connell [email removed] or Joanne Harrison, CEO (from September 2026), at [email removed].

CLOSING DATE: 11th September 2026 9.00am INTERVIEWS: 22nd and 23rd September 2026

Create Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks. Our safeguarding system is underpinned by policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

This post is covered by part 7 of the immigration act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement of this role.

Online searches are carried out on all shortlisted candidates for positions at Create Partnership Trust. The searches are carried out to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the Trust might want to explore with the candidate at interview. Please find a link to our safeguarding policy https://www.create.org.uk/policies-documents you are encouraged to read this policy prior to applying to work with us.