Vacancies
Headteacher - Lambs Lane Primary School
Required for September 2025 | Closing date Monday 7th April
Lambs Lane Primary school is a single form school with a small resource for pupils with complex needs, in Wokingham. We are an ambitious school and proud of our inclusive ethos. We encourage children to develop enquiring minds, enjoy their learning and have the best opportunities to succeed. We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Headteacher who can continue to drive the school forward strategically and build on the many strengths of this wonderful community school.
We invite applications from colleagues who:
- Will create confident, respectful lifelong learners within our inclusive community
- Can cultivate a supportive environment through clear communication, accountability and motivation
- Have high expectations for the achievement of every child and member of staff
- Are an inspirational, positive leader who aspires to develop the whole child
- Are committed to supporting pupils to be outstanding citizens who are caring and kind to themselves, others and the world around them
In return, we can offer you:
- Enthusiastic children who are curious and keen to learn
- A welcoming team of supportive professionals who are caring and committed to raising attainment
- Support for the school as it transitions into a local Multi Academy Trust (The Orchard Learning Alliance)
- A supportive and knowledgeable Governing Body and School Support Partner
- A commitment to professional development and a good work/life balance
- An ethos of valuing and caring for all members of our Trust community
| Start Date | September 2025 |
| Salary | Group 2, L15-21. NoR 206. |
| Hours | Full time, permanent. |
| Location | Lambs Lane Primary School, Back Lane, Spencers Wood, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 1YG |
| Closing Date for Applications | Monday 7th April at 9am |
| Interview Date | Held shortly after the Easter Holidays |
An application pack is available on Lambs Lane's website and the Orchard Learning Alliance website. Applications are welcome from current Headteachers and Leaders with the relevant experience.
To arrange a visit to the school, please email Nicci Morris, School Support Partner for the Orchard Learning Alliance, on nmorris@orchardlearningalliance.com
To submit your application, please complete an Orchard Learning Alliance application form via the website (https://www.orchardlearningalliance.com/work-with-us/vacancies) and send to recruitment@orchardlearningalliance.com.
Lambs Lane Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be DBS checked and need two strong references. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees and therefore welcome applicants from under-represented groups.
Headteacher - Radstock Primary School
Required for September 2025 | Closing date Monday 7th April
Radstock Primary School is a two form School with a nursery and a 21 place Autism Resource (only partially full at present), in Earley, Wokingham. Radstock has an Academy Order and will become part of the Orchard Learning Alliance. We are an ambitious school and proud of our diverse community. We encourage children to develop enquiring minds, enjoy their learning and feel proud of their achievements. We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Headteacher who can continue to drive the school forward strategically and build on the strengths of this wonderful community school.
We invite applications from colleagues who:
- Will create confident, respectful lifelong learners within our culturally diverse community
- Can cultivate a supportive environment through clear communication, accountability and motivation
- Have high expectations for the achievement of every child and member of staff
- Are an inspirational, positive leader who can deliver a high quality of education and personal development for all of our pupils
- Are committed to supporting pupils to be outstanding citizens who are caring and kind to themselves, others and the world around them
- Are collaborative and keen to work with other schools within and outside of the Orchard Learning Alliance.
In return, we can offer you:
- Enthusiastic children who are curious and keen to learn
- A welcoming team of supportive professionals who are caring and committed to raising attainment
- A Trust which is dedicated to collaboration and co-design with its family of schools
- Peer mentors from the Orchard Learning Alliance
- A supportive and knowledgeable Local Governing Body
- A commitment to professional development and a good work/life balance
- An ethos of valuing and caring for all members of our school community
| Start Date | September 2025 |
| Salary | Group 3, L18-24. NoR 370 |
| Hours | Full time, permanent post |
| Location | Radstock Primary School, Radstock Lane, Earley, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG6 5UZ |
| Closing Date for Application | Monday 7th April at 9am |
| Interview Date | Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th April 2025 |
An application pack is available on Radstock's website and the Orchard Learning Alliance website. Applications are welcome from existing headteachers and leaders with relevant experience.
To arrange a visit to the school, please email Alethia Peddle - apeddle@radstock.wokingham.sch.uk
To submit your application, please complete an Orchard Learning Alliance application form via the website (https://www.orchardlearningalliance.com/work-with-us/vacancies) and send to recruitment@orchardlearningalliance.com.
Radstock Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be DBS checked and need two strong references. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees and therefore welcome applicants from under-represented groups.
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