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Head teacher position, Fairways Primary School, Leigh on Sea, Essex
Pay Range: L11-L17 (£66,368 - £76,772)
Responsible to: The Governing Body and the Local Authority Start Date: As soon as possible or the start of summer term 2025
We are seeking a replacement for our current, long standing Headteacher who is due to leave our school end of December 2025in the role of Headteacher of Fairways Primary School. We are looking for a dynamic and professional leader who will continue to drive high standards, inspire staff, and ensure all pupils achieve their full potential.
Our new Headteacher will provide professional leadership and shape the vision and strategic direction of Fairways Primary School in partnership with the Governing Body. They will be innovative and ambitious, fostering an aspirational culture that drives continuous improvement for all learners. They will ensure strong financial management, rigorous safeguarding, and the delivery of high-quality education, supported by an exceptional staff team. They will champion inclusive practice and strengthen special educational needs and disability provision, ensuring every child - whatever their needs - receives the support, challenge, and opportunities required to thrive.
We look forward to meeting you when you have a tour of our school in the week commencing 12-16th January 2026. To arrange a visit please contact the school by calling 01702 525693 or emailoffice@fairways.southend.sch.uk. The closing date for applications is 19th January 2026 at 12.00 noon. Shortlisting will take place on 20th January 2025, with successfully shortlisted candidates called to interview on 21st January 2026. Interviews are on 29th and 30th January 2026.
Information about the School
Fairways Primary School has 432 pupils on roll and the school has a two-form entry, with most classes containing 30 children. The Speech and Language Resource Base is an integral part of the school, the resource base children are included in all aspects of school life, with some fully included in mainstream classes.
Set in extensive attractive grounds, the school buildings are spacious and very well maintained. There are two halls, group work areas, individual classrooms, a superbly resourced library and an ICT suite.
There are large playgrounds and a wide range of seasonal sports facilities including athletics track, hockey pitch, rounders squares and football pitches.
Fairways is a very happy, caring school with a dedicated staff who are working together to improve and maintain the quality of education at the school. The school had an OFSTED inspection in July 2023, to be told that we are a 'good' school.
The Governors and Staff at Fairways believe that the school should provide a stimulating and challenging environment where a lifelong passion for learning is nurtured.
Fairways Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.