Job Summary

Head of Campus @ the Hardwick Campus. Required from September 2026. Leadership Scale - L7 to L11. Closing date: 14th May @ 10am. Shortlisting: 15th May. Interview: 20th & 21st May.

Are you looking for a Head of Campus role that is both challenging and rewarding? Following the promotion of our current postholder, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is delighted to invite applications for an exceptional Head of Campus to join our unique split-site school.

This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational, ambitious leader with a proven track record of securing strong outcomes for pupils. You will be an excellent communicator and people‑manager, able to motivate and empower staff while making a meaningful difference to children’s lives.

The role would suit an experienced Deputy Headteacher or Senior Teacher ready to take the next step in their leadership journey. You will be well supported by our experienced Headteacher and Head of Cambourne Campus, alongside access to ongoing professional development. In return, you will play a vital role in delivering the highest standards of learning and achievement across the school.

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we believe that every child matters. Our inclusive ethos creates a warm, caring environment where pupils feel safe, valued, and able to flourish. We are looking for an enthusiastic and positive leader who will enhance the capacity and energy of our strong leadership team and help drive our vision and standards forward.

The successful candidate will have overall responsibility for Teaching and Learning and will also carry a small teaching commitment, tailored to the needs of the school.

We Are Seeking Someone Who:

• is an outstanding classroom practitioner
• demonstrates dynamic leadership that inspires and motivates pupils and staff
• builds strong relationships and works collaboratively with all stakeholders
• is passionate about developing the whole child and promoting pupil voice
• inspires high expectations and the highest possible standards
• always puts children first and values their views
• recognises and celebrates the richness and diversity of our school communities
• shares and champions the school’s vision
• is a creative, reflective thinker who enjoys problem‑solving and taking thoughtful risks
• is committed to the school’s creative approach to learning
• can engage and earn the respect of a highly experienced and dedicated staff team

In Return, We Offer:

• the opportunity to work in a truly unique and dynamic school, providing welcome variety to your working week, meaningful professional challenge, and strong support and development from the Headteacher and wider leadership team
• a high‑quality, experienced, and committed staff team of teachers and support staff who are enthusiastic advocates of the school’s innovative, creative, and vibrant approach to learning
• happy, confident, and motivated pupils who are proud of their school and eager to learn
• excellent support from engaged parents, a committed governing body, and a strong partnership of local schools

Visits to the school are encouraged, and would be highly desirable for you to fully understand the ethos of our school and discover how the unique two-site structure of how our school works effectively. To arrange a mutually convenient time to visit, please contact Catherine Mitchell, our School Business Manager, either on the telephone number given above, or by email, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Please also take time to visit our school website - www.hardwickandcambourneprimary.com - where you can view further information about our school and what we offer, as well as download the application pack.

Safeguarding Commitment

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children in our care. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. In our school we create a culture of safeguarding vigilance which is the responsibility of all staff.

When applying for a post at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], you will be subject to a safer recruitment process as follows:

• If you are shortlisted, you will be required to complete a self-disclosure, which you will need to bring with you in an envelope marked confidential
• All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search
• During the interview process, the interview panel will explore your skills, experience and attitudes and the questions asked with include questions about safeguarding children
• All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check with barred list

Further Information

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. Visas cannot be sponsored. If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding: Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical, online and social media, prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references, suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the Job

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About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

School type: Local authority maintained schools, ages 4 to 11. Education phase: Primary school. School size: 570 pupils enrolled. Age range: 4 to 11. Ofsted report: View Ofsted report. School website: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] website. See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hardwick-and-cambourne-community-primary-school