PARENTS have reacted with shock to news a Salisbury headteacher has left her role.

A letter sent home with pupils at Sarum Academy dated July 23 – and seen by your Salisbury & Avon Gazette – said Jennifer Moore had left the school the day before.

“We understand this news will come as a shock to you and the wider community served by Sarum Academy,” it said.

“Please be assured that Magna Learning Partnership (which runs the school) is committed to supporting the academy during this time.”

It said director of education, Jonathan Curtis, would be supporting Richard Clarke, who will take on the role of acting academy leader at the Westwood Road school.

“We are deeply grateful to Richard for taking on this leadership role, and we will ensure he receives comprehensive support,” the letter, signed by Magna CEO Ian Tucker, added.

“On behalf of everyone at Magna Learning Partnership, I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Jen for her invaluable contributions to the Sarum community.

“Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.”

Sarm Academy was rated as Good in its most recent SIAMS inspection, in 2019.

We have contacted Sarum Academy for any further comment on the news.