Head of School

Further to the promotion of the current Executive Headteacher, Great Bentley Governors and Penrose Learning Trust Board are seeking to appoint an inspirational and forward thinking Headteacher from September 2024 to take this successful school to the next stage of its development.

Great Bentley Primary School is a one form entry school that is committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion and that every child entrusted to our care achieves their full potential in a happy and caring environment.

The school motto of 'Growing together - making a difference' encapsulates our approach to learning, and our school values are underpinned by championing the success and life chances of all children where learners are at the heart of all decisions to ensure they are happy, confident and that the opportunities provided to them through our curriculum meets their needs both now and for the future.

This is a great opportunity for the right person with a passion for developing each and every child to lead this popular primary school into the future and build on its established vision and ethos. Furthermore, the expansion of the school with a new build and increased PAN from September 2024, makes this an extremely exciting time for the school and local community.

We can offer you:

• Excellent CPD and support by a strong team of dedicated school and central trust staff, committed Trustees, Local Governors and engaged parents and carers.



• Happy, enthusiastic, motivated and friendly children who are keen to learn and are proud of their school.



• An exceptional team of staff who believe that every child is helping each other prepare for the next step in their journey.



• A leadership range that includes access to a Vitality Private Health Care that gives access to a range of helpful benefits.


The successful candidate will have experience of teaching and leadership across the Primary stage. You will be responsible for evaluating the school's performance, identifying areas for continuous improvement, raising standards and collaborating with other school leaders across our trust.

Our Trust was established in 2017 and we rebranded to become Penrose Learning Trust in 2023. The Trust has had recent growth and continually builds on the excellent work of all the schools and their shared belief that the young people in our care should have access to excellent educational provision. Working within and beyond the Trust, we aim to provide support and drive improvement in all of our schools. Currently comprising four high schools and five primary schools the Trust is growing, through a carefully managed approach.

The central team, based at East Bergholt High School, and is made up of teams in School Improvement, Finance, HR, Estates and IT. These central teams work as a unit to support schools and Headteachers to deliver the best possible education. We pride ourselves on our positive, hardworking ethos and collegiate atmosphere., Penrose Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to provide references, undergo employment checks and an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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• Recruitment Pack