Headteacher
| Posting date: | 20 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 March 2026 |
| Location: | Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 2LE |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4546c1a8-d576-4533-8a64-ad01d06bf887 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We would welcome applications from candidates who are able to evidence and to commit to the following:
• Building and sustaining a strong collaborative staff team, supporting colleagues’ wellbeing, professional growth and shared responsibility for pupils.
• Showing decisive accountability in responding to bullying and inappropriate behaviour, ensuring swift, fair and transparent actions
• Holding high expectations for conduct from pupils and adults alike with zero tolerance for harmful or unsafe behaviour,
• Being a visible value driven leader who models calm, consistency and emotional regulation.
• Leading with clarity and coherence so that systems, staff practice and ethos align to meet the needs of all children.
• Showing courageous leadership, empathy and the ability to make difficult decisions in the best interests of the children.
• Leading a committed and caring team, fostering a culture of positivity, inclusivity, and professional growth
• Leading a restorative, relational culture where behaviour is understood, addressed and repaired – not ignored or excused.
• Engaging fully in all areas of school life, bringing a sense of humour and approachability
• Building strong relationships with children, families, and the local community
• Providing a safe, caring and happy environment
• Ensuring safeguarding and the well-being of every pupil is paramount
We are proud of our traditions, our strong school ethos, and our commitment to serving our community. We are looking for someone who takes pride in our school, values every child as an individual, and is willing to embrace both the academic and social aspects of school life.
What the school offers its staff
What We Offer
• The opportunity to lead a welcoming, diverse, and ambitious school community
• Supportive and dedicated staff team
• A focus on well-being and professional development for all staff
• Strong relationships with families and the local community
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.
We would welcome applications from candidates who are able to evidence and to commit to the following:
• Building and sustaining a strong collaborative staff team, supporting colleagues’ wellbeing, professional growth and shared responsibility for pupils.
• Showing decisive accountability in responding to bullying and inappropriate behaviour, ensuring swift, fair and transparent actions
• Holding high expectations for conduct from pupils and adults alike with zero tolerance for harmful or unsafe behaviour,
• Being a visible value driven leader who models calm, consistency and emotional regulation.
• Leading with clarity and coherence so that systems, staff practice and ethos align to meet the needs of all children.
• Showing courageous leadership, empathy and the ability to make difficult decisions in the best interests of the children.
• Leading a committed and caring team, fostering a culture of positivity, inclusivity, and professional growth
• Leading a restorative, relational culture where behaviour is understood, addressed and repaired – not ignored or excused.
• Engaging fully in all areas of school life, bringing a sense of humour and approachability
• Building strong relationships with children, families, and the local community
• Providing a safe, caring and happy environment
• Ensuring safeguarding and the well-being of every pupil is paramount
We are proud of our traditions, our strong school ethos, and our commitment to serving our community. We are looking for someone who takes pride in our school, values every child as an individual, and is willing to embrace both the academic and social aspects of school life.
What the school offers its staff
What We Offer
• The opportunity to lead a welcoming, diverse, and ambitious school community
• Supportive and dedicated staff team
• A focus on well-being and professional development for all staff
• Strong relationships with families and the local community
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.