Principal primary school roles at the Elliot Foundation in the West Midlands - #2157588

Are you an ambitious primary education leader ready to make a transformational impact in the West Midlands?

We are proud to partner with The Elliot Foundation to recruit three new Principals across three distinct primary schools in the West Midlands region. While each of these schools is at a different point in its journey, with its own strengths, ambitions and opportunities for the future, they share a clear ambition: to give every child the very best opportunity to thrive. 

The Opportunities

1. Principal - Peterbrook Primary Academy (Solihull)

• Salary: £85,530 – £99,066 + 5% TEFAT uplift
• The Role: Following a period of significant change, Peterbrook is seeking a clear, stabilising leader to bring ambition, strengthen teaching and learning, and build on the enthusiasm of its respectful, community-minded pupils.

2. Principal - Rowley Hall Primary School (Rowley Regis, Sandwell

• Salary: £92,407 – £106,617 + 5% TEFAT uplift
• The Role: A friendly, 3-form entry school serving over 600 pupils with the motto “We fly high”. Rowley Hall needs a leader to bring consistency, develop staff, and guide the school through its next strategic chapter.

3. Principal - Shireland Hall Primary Academy (Smethwick, Sandwell)

• Salary: £92,407 – £106,617 + 5% TEFAT uplift
• The Role: A high-performing, inclusive school of 670 pupils that plays an active role in supporting other trust schools. Ideal for an ambitious leader who wants to maintain high standards locally while contributing to school improvement across the wider Trust.

What We Are Looking For

Across all three roles, we are seeking experienced education leaders who:

• Put children at the heart of every decision and build strong, trusted relationships with families and staff.
• Bring clarity, stability, and high expectations to drive continuous school improvement.
• Champion professional growth, developing staff and creating a culture where people thrive.
• Work collaboratively within The Elliot Foundation family of schools.

Key Details & Benefits

• Contract: Permanent, full-time (onsite)
• Benefits: Generous Teacher’s Pension Scheme, full school holidays, and comprehensive perks (salary sacrifice tech/cycle schemes, EAP, eye care, etc.)
• Location: West Midlands (Solihull & Sandwell)

Key dates

• Registration Deadline: Sunday, 1st November
• School Visit dates - If you would like the opportunity to visit the school as part of your application these have been booked for 2nd, 3rd and 4th of November.

If this sounds like you, or someone in your network, we’d love to hear from you. Details and how to register https://impactmatch.global/career-opportunities/