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Head Teacher Vacancy

September 2026

Salary Scale: (Group 3) L16 - 22 - Permanent Contract

Keep Hatch Primary School is a thriving two-form entry primary school in Wokingham which is at the heart of the local community. The school is a ‘Good’ school with strong outcomes. Frays Academy Trust are looking to appoint an inspirational, motivated and driven leader for the school to continue to build on its success. Keep Hatch Primary School has a supportive and positive community who are all committed to helping the children achieve the best possible outcomes whilst developing a love of learning. The school has a strong, established team who are dedicated to the school, and look forward to welcoming their new Head Teacher in September.

We are looking for a leader with a strong, proven track record of success who:

Has a passion for curriculum development
Demonstrates optimism and positivity and has a strong track record of successfully developing staff
Is creative, resilient and effective in enabling staff to be successful
Has proven success in securing strong outcomes for all pupils
Is innovative and keen to challenge educational practices to improve outcomes for pupils
Inspires school communities to become successful
Is committed to working collaboratively with other schools within Frays Academy Trust

The Head Teacher will have overall responsibility for implementing the current school improvement priorities, working with the school improvement team and Governing Body, as well as being responsible for the operational management and performance of Keep Hatch Primary School. The successful candidate will play a key role in the strategic leadership of the school and the Multi Academy Trust as a whole.

In addition to a competitive salary, the successful candidate will receive first-rate leadership development, a sustained commitment from Frays Academy Trust to his or her professional and career development, as well as regular coaching and mentoring from the Executive leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional senior leader who can demonstrate a substantial track record of leadership success, particularly with regards to pupil performance and developing community links.

Visits to the school are welcomed.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Closing Date: 7^th May 2026 at 12pm

Please apply using the following link through Crinkle Recruitment:

https://crinklerecruitment.com/Job/Head-Teacher-6694

SEMH Specialist Resource Base Teacher - September 2026

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Do you believe in the power of nurturing relationships, high expectations, and a carefully crafted curriculum to help every child thrive?

Keep Hatch Primary School is seeking to appoint a dedicated SEMH SRP Teacher to join our team from 1st September 2026 and play a pivotal role in our brand-new Specialist Resource Provision. This is a unique opportunity to shape outstanding SEMH practice within a warm, inclusive school community.

About Us

At Keep Hatch Primary School, our vision Aspire – Believe - Achieve underpins everything we do. We recognise the uniqueness of every child and place the highest importance on promoting wellbeing, confidence, independence and a sense of belonging.

Our curriculum is built around five carefully designed curriculum concepts - our “toolkit for life-long learning”:

Our school values - Happiness, Imagination, Independence, Ambition, Responsibility, Honesty & Integrity, Confidence & Resilience, Respect & Tolerance - are woven through every interaction, every curriculum experience and every classroom.

The Role

As our SEMH SRP Teacher, you will:

Lead learning for a small group of pupils with SEMH needs within our Specialist Resource Provision.
Deliver a highly personalised, trauma-informed and nurturing curriculum that supports emotional regulation, academic progress and social development.
Complete SEMH screening, robust assessments and individualised planning to ensure provision fully meets each pupil’s needs.
Create a stable, safe environment through predictable routines, relational practice and strong emotional support.
Work closely with families to rebuild trust, strengthen home–school relationships and celebrate children’s achievements.
Collaborate with mainstream teachers, senior leaders, specialist partners, external agencies and Educational Psychologists to secure the highest-quality provision.
Support pupils’ integration back into mainstream settings where appropriate.
Uphold the highest safeguarding standards and model our core values at all times.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

Is a qualified teacher (QTS essential) with experience in SEMH, SEN or inclusive practice.
Has a nurturing, calm and relational approach to supporting children with complex needs.
Can inspire children to believe in themselves and see their own potential.
Communicates effectively, builds trust and works collaboratively with colleagues and families.
Can differentiate learning skilfully and deliver a broad, balanced and accessible curriculum.
Embraces our vision and values, and is eager to contribute to our whole-school community.

Whether you are an experienced SEMH practitioner or a teacher with a passion for inclusive education, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

A welcoming school community rooted in compassion, high expectations and pastoral excellence.
A strong culture of professional trust, honesty and integrity.
Supportive leadership and dedicated time for training, supervision and professional development.
Opportunities to grow with the development of our new SRP.
A learning environment that embraces creativity, outdoor learning and real-world experiences.
A staff team committed to helping every child flourish academically, socially and emotionally.

Safeguarding Commitment

Keep Hatch Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check, right-to-work checks, references and all standard recruitment vetting processes in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

If you are an enthusiastic, dedicated teacher and want to be part of a school where you are valued and your hard work recognised, come and visit Keep Hatch for yourself. Our friendly team would be happy to show you around.

To make an appointment to visit the school, please contact the school office on 0118 978 4859 or via email admin@keephatch.wokingham.sch.uk.

Please make any applications via Crinkle Recruitment using the following link: https://crinklerecruitment.com/Job/SEMH-Specialist-Resource-Base-Teacher-66

SEMH Specialist Resource Teacher Job Description

SEMH Specialist Resource Teacher Person Specification

Application deadline: Monday 27th April 12:00 noon

Shortlisting: Monday 27th April

Interviews: Week commencing 4th May

SEMH Specialist Resource Base Teaching Assistant - September 2026

Are you passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to succeed both emotionally and academically?

Do you believe that strong relationships, consistency and a nurturing approach can change children’s lives?

Keep Hatch Primary School is seeking to appoint a committed and compassionate SEMH Specialist Resource Base Teaching Assistant to join our team from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our brand-new Specialist Resource Provision (SRP) and play a vital role in supporting pupils with SEMH needs within a caring, inclusive school community.

The Role

As an SEMH Specialist Resource Base Teaching Assistant, you will:

Work closely with the class teacher to support learning for a small group of pupils with SEMH needs within the Specialist Resource Provision.
Provide emotional, behavioural and academic support, helping pupils to regulate, engage and make progress.
Support the delivery of a personalised, nurturing curriculum.
Help create a safe, calm and predictable environment through consistent routines and relational practice.
Support pupils during learning activities, social times and transitions throughout the school day.
Contribute to assessment, observation and monitoring of pupils’ progress and wellbeing.
Work positively with families, staff and external professionals to support pupils effectively.
Uphold safeguarding procedures and model the school’s values at all time

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience working with children with SEMH, SEND or additional needs
Demonstrates a nurturing, patient and calm approach, even in challenging situations.
Understands the importance of relationships in supporting behaviour and learning.
Can work effectively as part of a team and follow guidance from teachers and leaders.
Communicates well with pupils, colleagues and families.
Is committed to supporting inclusion and helping every child achieve their potential.

Whether you are an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant or someone with a strong interest in supporting children with additional needs, we would welcome your application.

Safeguarding Commitment

Keep Hatch Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks, right-to-work checks, references and other pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

If you are enthusiastic, caring and dedicated to supporting children with SEMH needs, we would love to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed – our friendly team would be happy to show you around.

To make an appointment to visit the school, please contact the school office on 0118 978 4859 or via email at admin@keephatch.wokingham.sch.uk.

Please make any applications via Crinkle Recruitment using the following link: https://crinklerecruitment.com/Job/SEMH-Specialist-Resource-Base-Teaching-Assistant-6695

SEMH Specialist Resource Teaching Assistant Job Description

SEMH Specialist Resource Teaching Assistant Person Specification

Application deadline: Monday 27th April 12:00 noon

Shortlisting: Monday 27th April

Interviews: Week commencing 4th May

Temporary Office Assistant - Summer Term 2026

The Leadership Team of Keep Hatch Primary School are looking to recruit a full-time Office Assistant to join the team from 5th May 2026 on a temporary contract until 17^th July 2026. Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached with full details of the role.

Keep Hatch is part of the Frays Academy Trust; we work with the other schools in the academy and we are committed, as part of the vision of the Trust, that all children should reach their potential and achieve standards at least in line and, we hope, above national expectations.

“Pupils blossom at Keep Hatch Primary. They develop a love for learning right from the start in the early years” Ofsted, October 2023.

We can offer you:

A warm and friendly staff team
Well-behaved, enthusiastic and hard-working children
A school where staff are highly valued and a healthy work-life balance is a priority
A commitment to delivering staff with up to date personalised training
Excellent support from a strong leadership team
Bespoke development and support opportunities

We will need you to:

Promote the school and Trust’s ethos and values
Be able to work well as a team
Be keen to make a difference and improve standards at school level

To make an appointment to visit the school, please contact Wendy Tayler on 0118 978 4859 or via email at ops@keephatch.wokingham.sch.uk Please also make any applications to the same email address.

Closing date: Fri 17^th April at 12pm; however, applications will be considered on receipt

Shortlisting date: Monday 20^th April

Interview dates: Wed 22^nd April

Start date: 5^th May, 2026

Keep Hatch Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required.

Temporary Office Assistant Job Description

Temporary Office Assistant Person Specification

Application Form

Training

Staff at Keep Hatch are qualified to offer OLEVI training, including the Creative Teacher Programme (CTP) and the Outstanding Teacher Programme (OTP). Please contact us if you would like more information, or to book a course.