Headteacher
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 05 Rhagfyr 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 04 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Selby/York, North Yorkshire, YO8 3SQ |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | fe8fe1a6-dbfb-4b11-9976-921fe3e9bcb8 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Our Opportunity:
We’re looking for an approachable, empathetic leader who values strong relationships and clear communication. You’ll be accessible to parents, work collaboratively for the benefit of every child, and support the wellbeing of pupils and staff. You’ll attend key school and community events, including Harvest and Easter services, and engage fully with the life of the school. Excellent listening skills, a visible presence, and a commitment to partnership are essential parts of being a Headteacher at our school. As a Voluntary Aided school, our governing body is the employer and, under the Equality Act 2010, may apply a Genuine Occupational Requirement for this role. We therefore seek someone who can demonstrate a positive commitment to the Christian faith and uphold our school’s distinctive ethos.
For further information about our opportunity, please visit our dedicated recruitment microsite:https://nyresourcing.co.uk/cawood-primary-school-headteacher/
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
• A happy and friendly school, with delightful children who respect each other and have a thirst for learning.
• A culture which allows all staff to thrive and develop.
• An opportunity to see the huge potential that exists and the time to make Cawood CE VA Primary School a beacon of excellence in primary education.
• Significant levels of support from the Local Authority, Diocese of York, Governing Board and a staff team who are experienced, committed and passionate about our school.
• A Governing Body committed to providing support on all matters including more sensitive or difficult issues and including the wellbeing of all staff members.
• The school is part of local education networks providing a support network for sharing ideas and best practice.
Further details about the role
Our Opportunity:
Cawood Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School offers an exciting opportunity for an inspirational leader to join a thriving, deeply Christian community where every child is encouraged to “have life and have it to the full” (John 10:10). Guided by our core Christian values of Perseverance, Friendship, Thankfulness and Wisdom, we are proud of our inclusive, forward-looking ethos that nurtures academic excellence, spiritual growth, and wellbeing. With strong parish links, a committed staff team, and engaged governors, we provide a rich, ambitious curriculum and vibrant collective worship that empower pupils to flourish as confident, compassionate advocates for others. This is your chance to lead a happy, respectful school with a clear vision, strong relationships and a passion for making a difference.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Our Opportunity:
We’re looking for an approachable, empathetic leader who values strong relationships and clear communication. You’ll be accessible to parents, work collaboratively for the benefit of every child, and support the wellbeing of pupils and staff. You’ll attend key school and community events, including Harvest and Easter services, and engage fully with the life of the school. Excellent listening skills, a visible presence, and a commitment to partnership are essential parts of being a Headteacher at our school. As a Voluntary Aided school, our governing body is the employer and, under the Equality Act 2010, may apply a Genuine Occupational Requirement for this role. We therefore seek someone who can demonstrate a positive commitment to the Christian faith and uphold our school’s distinctive ethos.
For further information about our opportunity, please visit our dedicated recruitment microsite:https://nyresourcing.co.uk/cawood-primary-school-headteacher/
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
• A happy and friendly school, with delightful children who respect each other and have a thirst for learning.
• A culture which allows all staff to thrive and develop.
• An opportunity to see the huge potential that exists and the time to make Cawood CE VA Primary School a beacon of excellence in primary education.
• Significant levels of support from the Local Authority, Diocese of York, Governing Board and a staff team who are experienced, committed and passionate about our school.
• A Governing Body committed to providing support on all matters including more sensitive or difficult issues and including the wellbeing of all staff members.
• The school is part of local education networks providing a support network for sharing ideas and best practice.
Further details about the role
Our Opportunity:
Cawood Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School offers an exciting opportunity for an inspirational leader to join a thriving, deeply Christian community where every child is encouraged to “have life and have it to the full” (John 10:10). Guided by our core Christian values of Perseverance, Friendship, Thankfulness and Wisdom, we are proud of our inclusive, forward-looking ethos that nurtures academic excellence, spiritual growth, and wellbeing. With strong parish links, a committed staff team, and engaged governors, we provide a rich, ambitious curriculum and vibrant collective worship that empower pupils to flourish as confident, compassionate advocates for others. This is your chance to lead a happy, respectful school with a clear vision, strong relationships and a passion for making a difference.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.