Head Teacher
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration -
Management
Education Administration
Salary: £84,699 - £116,456
Hours of work: Full-time
Contract: Permanent
This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Mountjoy School for further information.
A bit about us:Following the announced retirement of our current inspirational Headteacher, the Governing Body of Mountjoy School in Beaminster, close to the beautiful Jurassic Coast in West Dorset, will shortly be advertising for an inspiring, visionary, and compassionate new leader to take up the post from 1st January 2027.
All about the role:Supported by a dedicated staff team, a skilled and supportive governing body, excellent community links, local partnerships and strong relationships with families, our school offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader to build on strong foundations and guide us into the next stage of our journey.
Closing date (and time): 11.59pm Monday 14th September 2026
Interview date: 21st & 22nd September 2026
Commencement date: 1st January 2027
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings that are not 'protected' under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 & 2020). An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.
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