Head of School

Fixed Term Contract | September 2025 until the end of spring term 2026

Sir William Burrough Primary School is an ambitious community school that joined the Trust in February 2024 showing its commitment to continuous improvement through shared resources as part of the strong UST school network.

UST is a partnership of schools, universities, and public and private sector bodies. We are uniquely placed to change the educational landscape for the pupils, staff, parents and wider communities whom we serve.

Established in September 2016, UST currently comprises four member schools located in two London Boroughs: 

St Paul’s Way School (SPW) 3 - 18 all-through school in Tower Hamlets
Royal Greenwich Trust School (RGTS) 11 - 18 secondary school in Greenwich
Cyril Jackson Primary School (CJPS) 3 - 11 primary school in Tower Hamlets
Sir William Burrough Primary School (SWB) 3 - 11 primary school in Tower Hamlets

We are a group of schools with strong, mutually impactful relationships - this is key to our success and underpins our strong appetite for growth.

We are committed to empowering communities, improving social justice and breaking barriers for social mobility, and have a particular focus on reducing the attainment gap for those who are amongst the most disadvantaged in our society.

UST has a proud record of strong school improvement,one that is in a strong financial position and an appetite to grow beyond its current size. This makes us the perfect place for those looking to explore new opportunities and build a varied career.

We are seeking to appoint someone who:

• Demonstrates a clear understanding of what constitutes outstanding teaching and learning,  and has the ability to lead staff by example
• Inspires and motivates staff, parents, carers and children
• Demonstrates exceptional knowledge of the curriculum
• Demonstrates excellent management, interpersonal and organisational skills
• Supports teams in working together to raise levels of achievement and attainment for all
• Shows commitment to ensuring equality of opportunity for all learners
• Is a dynamic and creative practitioner.

If you would like to play your part in building and delivering an outstanding leadership service for our 
Trust we would very much like to hear from you. 

Interview: 16th May 2025

The University Schools Trust, East London, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check. 

https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding 

Early applications are appreciated as interviews will be arranged as and when suitable applications are received.

Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early.  

We do not accept CVs alone.