Closing Date: 12 Noon 14th May 2025
Role: Headteacher (0.5 Teaching Commitment)
Location: Blease Road, Threlkeld, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RX
Salary: Grade L6 £56,316 – L12 £74,966
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025
Closing Date for Applications: 12 Noon - 14th May 2025
Interviews to be Held: 20th & 21st May 2025.
Inspire. Lead. Transform.
At The Good Shepherd Trust, we are seeking an exceptional and visionary Headteacher to lead our school into its next chapter. We are committed to delivering outstanding education and life opportunities for every student. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate, strategic leader to drive educational excellence and ensure that every child thrives.
About Us
Just 4 miles from Keswick, Threlkeld C of E Primary School is nestled at the foot of Blencathra in the heart of the English Lake District and is a member of The Good Shepherd Multi-Academy Trust.
In our last full inspection (October 2024) OFSTED reported that:
‘Pupils are proud to attend this calm and nurturing school. They have forged positive, caring relationships with staff and with each other. Pupils, including children in the early years, get along well and support each other. They feel well cared for and know that everyone is a valued member of this small community. Pupils behave well. They consistently uphold the school’s values.
The Governors of our small but ambitious village primary school are looking to recruit a permanent Headteacher, with a teaching responsibility. This vacancy is an opportunity for an ambitious and energetic leader who has a passion and a joy for outstanding teaching and learning. The successful candidate will continue to develop exciting and innovative approaches to teaching and learning and be an inspirational Headteacher.
We have a dedicated staff team, supportive parents, and motivated pupils. Our school has made strong progress in recent years, and we are now seeking a Headteacher who can build on this momentum, further raise standards, and inspire a culture of continuous improvement.
The Role
As Headteacher, you will:
Provide inspirational leadership and strategic direction.
Build a strong, values-driven school culture rooted in excellence and equity.
Develop high-quality teaching and learning that supports outstanding outcomes.
Lead with integrity, courage, and a deep commitment to pupil welfare.
Work collaboratively with staff, governors, and the wider trust.
We Are Looking for a Leader Who:
· Can balance the responsibility of leading a school and a teaching commitment.
· Is fully supportive of the Christian ethos of our school and can demonstrate an understanding of the unique character of a church school.
· Will place emphasis on the development of the 'whole child' and on the all-round flourishing of staff and pupils alike, leading and inspiring growth and development in their team.
· Is a proven leader who can lead the further development of our school’s vision within the Good Shepherd Trust, implementing this vision to drive the school forwards.
· Understands the particular challenges of a small school and is prepared to be flexible with working practices.
· Is an effective team member with excellent communication skills.
· Is outward facing and willing to work collaboratively with colleagues in other local schools and within the Good Shepherd Trust.
We Offer:
A forward-thinking and supportive Trust with clear values and high expectations
Excellent CPD and leadership development opportunities
A committed and talented team of staff and governors
Enthusiastic pupils who are keen to learn and succeed.
A genuine opportunity to shape the future of the school.
Visits to the School are warmly encouraged. To arrange a visit or request an application pack, please call or e-mail - Jess Mattinson – Administrator & Clerk to the Local Governing Body.
jessmattinson@threlkeld.cumbria.sch.uk
The Good Shepherd Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.