Headteacher

The University of Cambridge Primary School (UCPS) is an inclusive, ambitious, and innovative school with a pioneering mission - to reimagine what primary education can be. As the first University Training School for primary education in the UK, we are committed to challenging convention, engaging deeply with educational research, and inspiring both children and adults to approach learning with curiosity, courage, and creativity. We are seeking a Headteacher who will lead with vision, integrity, and imagination. The successful candidate will uphold our culture of high expectations, care, and community, ensuring that every child achieves and thrives within a joyful, inclusive environment. This is a rare opportunity to lead a school that not only delivers exceptional education but also acts as a hub for research and professional learning. Working in close collaboration with the University of Cambridge Faculty of Education, the Headteacher will continue to strengthen UCPS’s role as a centre for educational innovation and research, shaping thinking and practice both locally, nationally and globally. At UCPS, learning is a shared, lifelong endeavour. Inspired by the words of John Dewey, we believe that "the most important attitude that can be formed is the desire to go on learning" The Headteacher will model this spirit - empowering staff, pupils, and the wider community to keep asking new questions, exploring new ideas, and re-imagining what is possible in futuring education and living well. Please see the candidate pack for further information about this exciting opportunity.