Headteacher

• Hopton C of E Primary Academy
• Address:Diss Norfolk IP22 2QY
• Salary:L6 L18
• Hours:32.5 hours per week
• Contract:Fixed Term from 1 January 2027 31 December 2027
• Reference:5478

Hopton C of E Primary Academy is looking for a passionate committed and inspirational Headteacher to lead our warm welcoming village school.

You will be an approachable and visible leader who is passionate about providing an excellent education for every child. You will work closely with our dedicated staff team children families Local Academy Committee the local community and our church partners to build on the schools strengths and continue its journey of improvement.

Your responsibilities

There is an element of teaching as part of this Headteacher role initially 2 days a week offering the opportunity to combine strategic leadership with the enjoyment of being directly involved in childrens learning.

You will:

• provide inspirational and effective leadership for the whole school
• be a visible and approachable presence within the school and wider community
• teach part time as necessary alongside leading the school maintaining a strong connection with classroom practice and childrens learning
• develop a positive culture where children and staff feel valued supported and able to flourish
• work closely with families and the local community to strengthen the schools already strong community links
• build on the schools relationship with the local church and its Christian ethos
• work collaboratively with colleagues across Elveden Schools Trust benefiting from the support expertise and opportunities available within the trust
• continue to develop high-quality teaching learning and outcomes for all pupils
• ensure that safeguarding inclusion and the wellbeing of children and staff remain at the heart of school life.

What you will need:

• Qualified teacher status
• Degree
• National professional qualification for headship (NPQH) Desirable

About us

As a small village school Hopton offers something special: a close-knit community where every child is known valued and encouraged to thrive.

In return we can offer you:

• A warm and welcoming village school community
• A dedicated and supportive staff team
• The opportunity to have a genuine and visible impact on the lives of children and families
• Support and collaboration from colleagues across Elveden Schools Trust
• Opportunities for professional development and wider Trust leadership
• The opportunity to shape the future of a special village school.

For more information

Please read theJob Description (pdf).

To find out more please contact Jo Whiting by calling .

How to apply

Please complete your application by visiting theElveden Schools Trust website and submitting it by email to.

Closing date: 12pm 2 October 2026.

Interview date: 7 October 2026.