Head Teacher Vacancy
Wheelers Lane Primary School
Location: Kings Heath, Birmingham, B13 0SF
Start date: 05 January 2026 (or as agreeable)
Salary: Leadership Scale L14 to L27
Contract type: Full-time, permanent
Location: Kings Heath, Birmingham, B13 0SF
Start date: 05 January 2026 (or as agreeable)
Salary: Leadership Scale L14 to L27
Contract type: Full-time, permanent
Inspire. Aspire. Enrich.
The Governing Body of Wheelers Lane Primary School is seeking a committed and visionary Headteacher to lead our successful, inclusive, and values-driven school into the next stage of its development. This is an exciting opportunity for a leader with a strong track record and a passion for high-quality, child-centred education to build on our strengths and shape the future of a vibrant school community.
About our school
Wheelers Lane is a welcoming and diverse primary school located in the heart of Kings Heath, Birmingham. With over 650 pupils on roll, we proudly serve a richly varied community and celebrate our inclusive ethos, which underpins everything we do. Our curriculum is designed not only to be broad and ambitious, but also to support the whole child, nurturing each pupil’s personal growth, wellbeing and potential, as well as their academic achievement.
We were judged ‘Good’ by Ofsted in December 2023, with inspectors highlighting our calm and purposeful learning environment, high expectations, and positive relationships. Our vision-a community of inspiration, aspiration and enrichment-drives us to ensure every child feels safe, valued and motivated to succeed.
We benefit from a dedicated, skilled and experienced teaching team, many of whom have been part of our school for many years. Staff work collaboratively and are deeply committed to improving outcomes for all pupils. This includes a growing focus on developing our Early Years Foundation Stage, ensuring that our youngest learners receive the very best start.
We are committed to areas of further development. Strengthening the channels of communication between leaders and staff, supporting morale, and continuing to build trusting, open relationships across the school community are key priorities for us. We also recognise the value of deepening engagement with parents and carers so that families feel fully involved and supported in their child’s learning journey.
The Role
We are looking for a leader who can combine strategic vision with compassionate, day-to-day leadership. The successful candidate will:
- Lead a talented and committed team, fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusion and continuous learning.
- Shape and implement a clear strategic direction, with high standards of teaching and learning at its heart.
- Strengthen early years provision and ensure robust approaches to phonics, assessment and attendance.
- Champion pupil and staff wellbeing, staff development and a whole-school approach to pastoral care.
- Build strong, positive relationships with families, staff, governors and the wider community.
About you
Why join us?
How to apply
Safeguarding statement
Wheelers Lane Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
We look forward to receiving your application and learning more about how you can help lead Wheelers Lane into its next exciting chapter.
Claire Johnson
Senior Office Manager
Wheelers Lane Primary School
Wheelers Lane
Birmingham
B13 0SF