Headteacher
| Posting date: | 10 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | London, SW18 5JP |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 726355af-a06a-4a14-8291-80bb4a0e2d9a |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Who are you?
You should be a highly motivated leader who can inspire colleagues and pupils alike to achieve the highest standards. You must be innovative and have experience of strategic decision-making, with a proven track record in raising
Are you looking for an opportunity to bring new ideas and make a real difference to the future of a wonderful group of children?
We are looking for a motivated, caring, experienced and inspirational teaching professional.
What the school offers its staff
Who are we?
We are a nurturing and inclusive accredited Rights Respecting School. We have a strong ethos that celebrates our wide multi-cultural diversity. Our children are happy, very well behaved, eager to learn and supportive of each other. We offer a dynamic and highly skilled Senior Leadership Team, passionate and dedicated staff, supportive governors and parents. We aspire to improve continuously the quality of education, as well as developing well rounded and thoughtful individuals.
What can we offer?
• Wonderful children and families who deserve the very best
• A nurturing, ambitious and values led school where children are encouraged to thrive and succeed in all aspects of their development
• An experienced and very talented leadership team, committed teachers and loyal and effective administrative and support staff
• A widely respected resource base with an accreditation as a Flagship School for the Inclusion Quality Mark
• Opportunity to have a mentor – to coach and support as required
• Excellent support from the Local Authority
If you are excited by this opportunity then we highly recommend that you come and meet us to find out more.
For further information, or to arrange a school visit, please contact Svenja Taylor in the office at Riversdale Primary School on 020 8874 6904 or email staylor@riversdaleschool.org.uk.
Further details about the role
An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below or from the Wandsworth Council website https://jobs.richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk/
Alternatively, please contact Naomi McLean-Johnson our HR Officer, on 07974125281 or email: csschools@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk to receive an application pack or with enquiries regarding the application process.
Completed applications should be submitted to: csschools@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk.
Please call 020 8871 8270 or email csschools@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk and confirm the receipt of your application
Closing Date: Friday 27th February 2026 (at midnight)
Shortlisting: Monday 2nd March 2026
Interviews: Monday 9th March 2026
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.
Who are you?
You should be a highly motivated leader who can inspire colleagues and pupils alike to achieve the highest standards. You must be innovative and have experience of strategic decision-making, with a proven track record in raising
Are you looking for an opportunity to bring new ideas and make a real difference to the future of a wonderful group of children?
We are looking for a motivated, caring, experienced and inspirational teaching professional.
What the school offers its staff
Who are we?
We are a nurturing and inclusive accredited Rights Respecting School. We have a strong ethos that celebrates our wide multi-cultural diversity. Our children are happy, very well behaved, eager to learn and supportive of each other. We offer a dynamic and highly skilled Senior Leadership Team, passionate and dedicated staff, supportive governors and parents. We aspire to improve continuously the quality of education, as well as developing well rounded and thoughtful individuals.
What can we offer?
• Wonderful children and families who deserve the very best
• A nurturing, ambitious and values led school where children are encouraged to thrive and succeed in all aspects of their development
• An experienced and very talented leadership team, committed teachers and loyal and effective administrative and support staff
• A widely respected resource base with an accreditation as a Flagship School for the Inclusion Quality Mark
• Opportunity to have a mentor – to coach and support as required
• Excellent support from the Local Authority
If you are excited by this opportunity then we highly recommend that you come and meet us to find out more.
For further information, or to arrange a school visit, please contact Svenja Taylor in the office at Riversdale Primary School on 020 8874 6904 or email staylor@riversdaleschool.org.uk.
Further details about the role
An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below or from the Wandsworth Council website https://jobs.richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk/
Alternatively, please contact Naomi McLean-Johnson our HR Officer, on 07974125281 or email: csschools@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk to receive an application pack or with enquiries regarding the application process.
Completed applications should be submitted to: csschools@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk.
Please call 020 8871 8270 or email csschools@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk and confirm the receipt of your application
Closing Date: Friday 27th February 2026 (at midnight)
Shortlisting: Monday 2nd March 2026
Interviews: Monday 9th March 2026
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.