Headteacher

Headteacher

• School Size: Group 3
• Start Date: September 2025
• L18 - L24* £79,630 to £90,694 per annum (Outer London Leadership Pay Scale):

Edward Pauling Primary School is a two-form entry, maintained primary school, situated in Feltham and close to the borders with the county of Surrey and Richmond borough. Pupils are drawn from the area around the school and come from a wide range of social, cultural and economic backgrounds, forming a diverse and vibrant school community. Our parents and carers want their children to become successful learners and members of the community.

Due to the retirement of the current Headteacher, we are seeking an ambitious leader who will build on the current successes and vision for our pupils to take the school into its next chapter. The successful candidate will:

• Have high expectations of pupils, their achievements and
• Demonstrate a proven commitment to inclusive education which addresses the needs of all the learners within our

diverse school community.

• Have a clear vision for the future of our school and be able to implement, refine and shape these, managing change
• Be able to manage, inspire, encourage and empower a committed and hard-working staff, to achieve and maintain excellent practice.
• Be an excellent communicator to a wide range of audiences, committed to work with our pupils and their

What we offer:

• A welcoming environment where our pupils enjoy learning
• Hardworking and committed staff who want the best for
• Development opportunities within the Hounslow Education Partnership
• Positive relationships with families who value the school and its support

At Edward Pauling Primary School, we want all our pupils to learn to succeed together, so if you believe that you are the person who can lead us on our continuing path of success, and develop opportunities to grow our school community, we welcome your application.

If you would like to find out more about this post, including the job description and person specification, please view the Candidate Information Pack. We would also strongly encourage all potential applicants to visit the school by contacting the School Business Manager, Ms Sinickaite on 0208 831 0841 or by emailing: finance@edwardpauling.housnlow.sch.uk.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please view the attached Headteacher Recruitment Pack and download the application form. Completed application forms should be emailed to Ms Yvette Mayers, Strategic People Lead for Schools and Children’s and Adult Services: yvette.mayers@hounslow.gov.uk by the closing date.

SCHOOL VISITS: Up to the closing date

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 31^st January 2025 Midday

INTERVIEW DATE: 26^th February 2025

CVs will not be accepted. Your completed application and personal statement must address the person specification. 

Edward Pauling Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are an equal opportunities employer.