Headteacher - Loddon Primary School
Loddon Primary School, a maintained school in Wokingham Borough, is seeking an inspiring values‑driven Headteacher to lead our vibrant, diverse, inclusive community. We are looking for a leader who can champion our ethos, nurture our staff and pupils, and drive the school confidently into its next chapter.
As our Headteacher, you will:
- Shape and deliver Loddon’s strategic vision - working in partnership with governors, staff and families to secure continuous improvement.
- Model and embed our values‑based culture - ensuring a safe, respectful and inclusive environment where every child and adult feels they belong.
- Lead safeguarding with rigor and compassion - ensuring the wellbeing of all pupils and staff.
- Secure high‑quality teaching and learning and outcomes - delivering a rich, coherent curriculum and strong subject leadership across the school.
- Champion inclusion - ensuring pupils with SEND, additional needs and those in our resource base thrive academically and personally.
- Inspire, develop and support staff - fostering a positive professional culture with high expectations, meaningful development and fair workload management.
- Oversee effective school operations - including finance, compliance, risk management and the smooth running of the site and systems.
- Build strong partnerships - with parents, the local community, external agencies and other schools to enrich learning and strengthen outcomes.
What the school offers its staff
We are fortunate to have a dedicated and talented staff team who work collaboratively and reflectively, striving to provide the best possible experiences and quality of education for our children. Our pupils are enthusiastic learners who embrace challenge, celebrate difference, and take pride in their school. Our families are engaged and supportive, and our governing body is committed to working in strategic partnership with the headteacher.
Staff are also supported through our Every Adult Matters group and employee support programme.
