Headteacher - St John’s Church of England Academy (Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Learning Trust)
| Posting date: | 17 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £50,001.00 to £110,000.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £73,105.00 - £84,699.00 Annually (Actual) L15-L21 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 March 2026 |
| Location: | Darlington, DL1 5QT |
| Company: | Darlington Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 292371 |
Summary
Headteacher St Johnand#39;s C of E Academy at St Johnand#39;s Church of England Academy
Job Referenceandnbsp;
EDV/2026/SJCEA/54919
andnbsp;Location
Fenby Avenue, Lascelles Park, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4UB
andnbsp;
Contract Type
Permanent
andnbsp;
Contract Term
Full-Time
Salary
andpound;73,105.00 - andpound;84,699.00 Annually (Actual)
L15-L21
andnbsp;
Closing Date
12:00 pm, 19th Mar 2026
Start Date
1 st September 2026
Positions Availableandnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;
1
andnbsp;
Interview Date(s)andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;
Thursday 26th / Friday 27th March
About this Role
The Trust and Local Academy Council at St Johnand#39;s C of E Academy are looking to appoint a dynamic and inspirational leaderandnbsp; to continue the pursuit of excellence that has been forged by the current leadership team.andnbsp; If you have a passion for leading a fully inclusive Church of England School this could be an opportunity for you.
andnbsp;
Our school is dedicated to offering a safe and positive environment where children feel valued, heard, and cared for. Christian values form the foundation of our approach, guiding everything we do. We emphasise strong partnerships with parents and carers, viewing them as essential contributors to their childrenandrsquo;s education. We look forward to regular opportunities to connect, celebrate successes, discuss progress, and explore how families can engage in their childandrsquo;s learning journey.
andnbsp;
Supported by dedicated Academy Councillors, leading our committed team of staff who work to provide the best possible education for our pupils is a privilege. We are proud to serve the local community and represent the families that make our school unique. In the midst of ongoing changes, our mission remains the same andndash; andlsquo;Trust in God, Trust Yourself. Aspire, Believe, Achieve!
andnbsp;
As part of DND Learning Trust that supports 21 Church of England Schoolsandnbsp; you will work with the central team to ensure the school continues to be the best it can be.
andnbsp;
We are looking for a headteacher who is:
andnbsp;
andnbsp;Enthusiastic, has a secure vision, drive, adaptability and the ability to keep perspective.
andnbsp;Advocate a sound educational philosophy, with the ability to translate into practice.
andnbsp;Ability to secure the loyalty and confidence of pupils, staff, parents, those who govern and others
andnbsp;Ability to create an exceptional positive ethos within the organisation which is recognised by staff, pupils, parents, those who govern and the wider community
andnbsp;Commitment to their own personal development
andnbsp;Be a role model for pupils and staff
As a Headteacher in the DND Learning Trust we offer:
andnbsp;
A nurturing school with a dedicated team
A supportive warm and welcoming ethos which puts children at the heart of all we do
A Challenge and Support school improvement model meaning you are fully support
A bespoke induction program as part of the Trust
A mentor Head to ensure you settle into your new role
A sense of family through wider connections through Trust networks
A Team that genuinely wants to help you to succeed in making sure Every Child Matters and No Child is Ever Left Behind
For expressions of interest please arrange a call with Paul Rickeard OBE Trust CEOandnbsp; paul.rickeard@dndlt.co.uk
andnbsp;
Visits to the school are to be encouraged - the following times are available to tour the school:
andnbsp;
Thursday 4th March at 10 am or 4 pm.
andnbsp;
Thursday 12th March at 2pm.
andnbsp;
To arrange a visit,andnbsp;andnbsp; please contact marco.ramsay@stjohnsceacademy.co.uk
andnbsp;
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people / vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
andnbsp;
This position is subject to appropriate vetting procedures including an enhanced criminal record check from the Disclosure an Barring Service which will require you to disclose details of any unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process.
Job Referenceandnbsp;
EDV/2026/SJCEA/54919
andnbsp;Location
Fenby Avenue, Lascelles Park, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4UB
andnbsp;
Contract Type
Permanent
andnbsp;
Contract Term
Full-Time
Salary
andpound;73,105.00 - andpound;84,699.00 Annually (Actual)
L15-L21
andnbsp;
Closing Date
12:00 pm, 19th Mar 2026
Start Date
1 st September 2026
Positions Availableandnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;
1
andnbsp;
Interview Date(s)andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;andnbsp;
Thursday 26th / Friday 27th March
About this Role
The Trust and Local Academy Council at St Johnand#39;s C of E Academy are looking to appoint a dynamic and inspirational leaderandnbsp; to continue the pursuit of excellence that has been forged by the current leadership team.andnbsp; If you have a passion for leading a fully inclusive Church of England School this could be an opportunity for you.
andnbsp;
Our school is dedicated to offering a safe and positive environment where children feel valued, heard, and cared for. Christian values form the foundation of our approach, guiding everything we do. We emphasise strong partnerships with parents and carers, viewing them as essential contributors to their childrenandrsquo;s education. We look forward to regular opportunities to connect, celebrate successes, discuss progress, and explore how families can engage in their childandrsquo;s learning journey.
andnbsp;
Supported by dedicated Academy Councillors, leading our committed team of staff who work to provide the best possible education for our pupils is a privilege. We are proud to serve the local community and represent the families that make our school unique. In the midst of ongoing changes, our mission remains the same andndash; andlsquo;Trust in God, Trust Yourself. Aspire, Believe, Achieve!
andnbsp;
As part of DND Learning Trust that supports 21 Church of England Schoolsandnbsp; you will work with the central team to ensure the school continues to be the best it can be.
andnbsp;
We are looking for a headteacher who is:
andnbsp;
andnbsp;Enthusiastic, has a secure vision, drive, adaptability and the ability to keep perspective.
andnbsp;Advocate a sound educational philosophy, with the ability to translate into practice.
andnbsp;Ability to secure the loyalty and confidence of pupils, staff, parents, those who govern and others
andnbsp;Ability to create an exceptional positive ethos within the organisation which is recognised by staff, pupils, parents, those who govern and the wider community
andnbsp;Commitment to their own personal development
andnbsp;Be a role model for pupils and staff
As a Headteacher in the DND Learning Trust we offer:
andnbsp;
A nurturing school with a dedicated team
A supportive warm and welcoming ethos which puts children at the heart of all we do
A Challenge and Support school improvement model meaning you are fully support
A bespoke induction program as part of the Trust
A mentor Head to ensure you settle into your new role
A sense of family through wider connections through Trust networks
A Team that genuinely wants to help you to succeed in making sure Every Child Matters and No Child is Ever Left Behind
For expressions of interest please arrange a call with Paul Rickeard OBE Trust CEOandnbsp; paul.rickeard@dndlt.co.uk
andnbsp;
Visits to the school are to be encouraged - the following times are available to tour the school:
andnbsp;
Thursday 4th March at 10 am or 4 pm.
andnbsp;
Thursday 12th March at 2pm.
andnbsp;
To arrange a visit,andnbsp;andnbsp; please contact marco.ramsay@stjohnsceacademy.co.uk
andnbsp;
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people / vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
andnbsp;
This position is subject to appropriate vetting procedures including an enhanced criminal record check from the Disclosure an Barring Service which will require you to disclose details of any unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process.