Clarendon Academy and Acorn Education Trust are seeking to appoint an inspirational, driven and compassionate Headteacher, with effect from September 2026, for this inclusive, thriving and hardworking Secondary School and Sixth Form.
Located in the bustling town of Trowbridge, Wiltshire, our school prides itself on being a centre of respect, determination and excellence where young, enthusiastic children enter in Year 7 and leave us at the end of Year 13 as fully rounded young adults prepared for their next steps. Our staff aim for every lesson, every day, to be exceptional and work tirelessly to ensure students feel that they belong and can achieve their dreams. In June 2023 we retained our ‘Good’ Ofsted rating and were praised for offering a high-quality, well sequenced curriculum with the inspectors commenting that “pupils feel safe and cared for in this welcoming and friendly school.”
This is a fantastic opportunity for an existing senior leader to build on the many established strengths of this vibrant 11-18 co-educational school, leading its dedicated staff towards further enhancement of the school’s offer.
We are looking for someone with:
- The drive, vision and ambition to achieve excellence for all our pupils;
- An excellent understanding of teaching and learning;
- Proven leadership qualities and the ability to challenge, inspire and motivate colleagues;
- A proven record as an imaginative, innovative, resourceful and decisive leader;
- An understanding of the current educational climate;
- A desire to work within the Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) structure.
For information about this role, including a full Job Description and Person Specification, please read our Applicant Information Pack.
Visiting our school
Prospective candidates are highly encouraged to arrange a one-to-one tour with Louise Hamilton (Acorn Education Trust’s Director of Secondary Education) to see what Clarendon Academy has to offer first-hand. Please contact Mrs Angie Snelling, HR & PA to the Director of Secondary Education, on: 01225-785210.
Closing Date: Monday 9th February 2026 at midday
Interview Date: TBC
Safeguarding Statement:
Acorn Education Trust, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful in obtaining this post you will be subject to a Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and health screening. We are an equal opportunities employer. As part of our safer recruitment processes, if you are shortlisted for the post, we will carry out a social media account search.