[261014] Headteacher

Post: Headteacher

Location: Malmesbury Park Primary Academy, Lowther Road, Bournemouth, BH8 8LU

FTE Salary Range: Leadership Scale L21 - L27; £84,699 - £98,106

Contract Type: Permanent, full time

Contract Hours: 1.0 FTE, Monday to Friday

To view our Applicant Pack, please use the following link: Headteacher Applicant Pack

‘Excellence for All’

This is an exciting opportunity to lead one of the largest and most vibrant primary schools within Reach South Academy Trust. Situated in the heart of Bournemouth, Malmesbury Park Primary Academy is a thriving, inclusive and highly diverse school community where children are encouraged to flourish academically, socially and personally.

We are seeking an exceptional Headteacher to build on the school's many strengths and lead Malmesbury Park Primary Academy through its next phase of development. This is an opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of children, families and the wider community while working within a supportive and ambitious Trust.

About Malmesbury Park Primary Academy

Malmesbury Park Primary Academy is a large primary school serving children aged 3 to 11, including a nursery provision and specialist SEND resource provision. The school is proud of its diverse community and strong culture of inclusion, underpinned by its core values of kindness, respect and resilience.

The school:

• Serves more than 690 pupils from a richly diverse community.
• Provides education for children aged 3-11, including nursery provision.
• Has a strong commitment to inclusion and meeting the needs of all learners. “Leaders identify pupils' additional needs accurately. They want all pupils to do well, including disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND” (Ofsted June 2026)
• Benefits from being part of Reach South Academy Trust, a family of schools united by a commitment to improving life chances for children and young people.

The Opportunity

This is a significant leadership opportunity for an ambitious and values-driven leader who is passionate about primary education and community engagement.

As Headteacher, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership that secures the very best outcomes for all pupils.
• Build on the school's inclusive culture and strong relationships with families.
• Lead and develop a talented and committed staff team.
• Ensure high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum provision across the school.
• Champion inclusion, safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with Trust leaders and colleagues across Reach South to drive continual improvement.

Why Join Reach South Academy Trust?

Reach South Academy Trust is committed to providing exceptional opportunities for children and colleagues alike. As Headteacher, you will benefit from:

• A strong network of experienced school leaders.
• High-quality professional development and leadership support.
• Opportunities to contribute to Trust-wide strategy and school improvement.
• A collaborative culture focused on excellence, inclusion and innovation.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference within a large and diverse primary school community.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking an exceptional leader who:

Has successful senior leadership experience within primary education, including leading a primary school and securing sustained school improvement.

Demonstrates a strong commitment to inclusion, equity and high expectations for all pupils.

Has the vision, strategic capability and leadership experience to successfully lead a large primary academy.

Builds positive relationships with pupils, staff, families and stakeholders.

Is an inspiring communicator who can unite and motivate others behind a shared vision.

Shares Reach South's commitment to improving outcomes and transforming life chances for all children and young people.

Join Us

This role presents an exciting opportunity to lead a well-established academy with a strong sense of community and significant potential for the future. The school has navigated a period of change and is now well placed for its next chapter, with the support of Reach South and a committed staff team. We are seeking an ambitious and inspiring leader who can build on existing strengths, further raise standards, and ensure every pupil receives the high-quality education they deserve. If you are motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Next Steps

If you think this role may be for you and want to be involved at this exciting time in our development and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by calling the Recruitment team on [phone removed] or emailing us at [email removed].

Closing date: for applications is 1st November 2026

Interview Date:

All shortlisted candidates will be required to visit Malmesbury Park Primary Academy on Tuesday 10th November 2026 as part of the interview process. This visit is a vital part of the process and provides an opportunity to experience the culture and ethos of our Trust first-hand.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an Assessment Day on 20th November 2026.

Successful candidates from the Assessment Day (Day 1) will be invited to attend an interview (Day 2) on 25th November 2026.

To apply for this opportunity, please complete our online application form by clicking ‘apply now’ on the advert.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Therefore, an early application is strongly advised.

Opportunities and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary plus TPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many 0ther benefits.

We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e-learning and face-to-face training.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.