Headteacher
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 28 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 13 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Derby, Derbyshire, DE22 3FS |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 1d60072b-b223-40e4-a1de-3671e9ce6c23 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
All qualifications, training, experience, skills, knowledge and personal qualities are essential unless indicated otherwise.
Qualifications and training:
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
First degree or equivalent
Other relevant training that prepares the applicant for this post
National professional qualification for headship (NPQH) or equivalent (Desirable)
Experience:
Successful leadership and management experience in a school, including the leadership of change
Demonstrable experience of successful line management and staff development, including challenging underperformance
Involvement in school self-evaluation and planning for improvement
Effective use of data to support planning for pupils and groups of children
Be able to demonstrate their commitment to growing leadership throughout the school
Experience of working effectively with key finance personnel and school governors to manage finance and provide value for money (Desirable)
A record of successful class teaching of the primary age range (Desirable)
Experience of working in a multicultural setting leading to a deep understanding of the needs of the local community (Desirable)
Skills and knowledge:
Ability to formulate a clear strategic vision for school improvement and translate this into strategic objectives, longer term plans and specific outcomes
Ability to articulate a vision that promotes the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of all pupils
Maintain steadfast principles, demonstrating professionalism and integrity
Able to initiate and manage change and improvement in pursuit of higher standards
Understanding of high-quality teaching based on evidence, and the ability to model this for others and support others to improve
Knowledge of the curriculum across the Primary age range including EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2
Understanding how effective data analysis is used to monitor pupil progress, set targets and inform future planning for individuals and groups of children
Understanding of school finances and financial management
Ability to build positive working relationships, based on effective communication and interpersonal skills
Able to monitor performance to ensure high standards and the development of professional practice among school staff, including teaching and assessment
Knowledge of current legal requirements, including health and safety, recruitment and retention, national policies and guidance on the safeguarding and promotion of the wellbeing of children
Have a secure understanding of inclusion, including for children with SEND and how pupils can be supported in Leicester through Designated Specialist Provision
Understand the complexities of working in a city school with a diverse community (Desirable)
Have a knowledge and understanding of our children, their families and our school’s local area, including the needs of children and families across the school (Desirable)
Personal qualities:
Create a strong, positive personal impact, conveying authority and confidence, that encourages others to aspire to excel
Lead with integrity, engendering trust and respect among and between stakeholders
Inclusive and empathetic of all children, staff and members of the school community, demonstrating a caring and compassionate ethos
Demonstrate openness, honesty and having the ‘courage of your convictions’
Commitment to the safeguarding of all pupils, staff and stakeholders
Drive to provide equality of opportunity for all
Be approachable and friendly to all stakeholders, demonstrating a willingness to listen and value contributions
Strength of character to challenge underperformance and behaviour where necessary in any stakeholders, and to follow through on issues which arise
A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
Be able to work collaboratively with leaders at all levels, including governors, to deliver strategic priorities
Have understanding and compassion towards all staff regarding mental health and wellbeing
Be proactive in promoting good connections with the local community
Maintain strong relationships, supporting work with the Governing body, the local authority and any other relevant school improvement support
What the school offers its staff
In return, we offer:
A strong, committed and experienced staff team
Enthusiastic, well-behaved and motivated pupils
A supportive Governing Body
A school with secure foundations and strong community reputation
The opportunity to shape the next chapter of our development
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.
All qualifications, training, experience, skills, knowledge and personal qualities are essential unless indicated otherwise.
Qualifications and training:
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
First degree or equivalent
Other relevant training that prepares the applicant for this post
National professional qualification for headship (NPQH) or equivalent (Desirable)
Experience:
Successful leadership and management experience in a school, including the leadership of change
Demonstrable experience of successful line management and staff development, including challenging underperformance
Involvement in school self-evaluation and planning for improvement
Effective use of data to support planning for pupils and groups of children
Be able to demonstrate their commitment to growing leadership throughout the school
Experience of working effectively with key finance personnel and school governors to manage finance and provide value for money (Desirable)
A record of successful class teaching of the primary age range (Desirable)
Experience of working in a multicultural setting leading to a deep understanding of the needs of the local community (Desirable)
Skills and knowledge:
Ability to formulate a clear strategic vision for school improvement and translate this into strategic objectives, longer term plans and specific outcomes
Ability to articulate a vision that promotes the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of all pupils
Maintain steadfast principles, demonstrating professionalism and integrity
Able to initiate and manage change and improvement in pursuit of higher standards
Understanding of high-quality teaching based on evidence, and the ability to model this for others and support others to improve
Knowledge of the curriculum across the Primary age range including EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2
Understanding how effective data analysis is used to monitor pupil progress, set targets and inform future planning for individuals and groups of children
Understanding of school finances and financial management
Ability to build positive working relationships, based on effective communication and interpersonal skills
Able to monitor performance to ensure high standards and the development of professional practice among school staff, including teaching and assessment
Knowledge of current legal requirements, including health and safety, recruitment and retention, national policies and guidance on the safeguarding and promotion of the wellbeing of children
Have a secure understanding of inclusion, including for children with SEND and how pupils can be supported in Leicester through Designated Specialist Provision
Understand the complexities of working in a city school with a diverse community (Desirable)
Have a knowledge and understanding of our children, their families and our school’s local area, including the needs of children and families across the school (Desirable)
Personal qualities:
Create a strong, positive personal impact, conveying authority and confidence, that encourages others to aspire to excel
Lead with integrity, engendering trust and respect among and between stakeholders
Inclusive and empathetic of all children, staff and members of the school community, demonstrating a caring and compassionate ethos
Demonstrate openness, honesty and having the ‘courage of your convictions’
Commitment to the safeguarding of all pupils, staff and stakeholders
Drive to provide equality of opportunity for all
Be approachable and friendly to all stakeholders, demonstrating a willingness to listen and value contributions
Strength of character to challenge underperformance and behaviour where necessary in any stakeholders, and to follow through on issues which arise
A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
Be able to work collaboratively with leaders at all levels, including governors, to deliver strategic priorities
Have understanding and compassion towards all staff regarding mental health and wellbeing
Be proactive in promoting good connections with the local community
Maintain strong relationships, supporting work with the Governing body, the local authority and any other relevant school improvement support
What the school offers its staff
In return, we offer:
A strong, committed and experienced staff team
Enthusiastic, well-behaved and motivated pupils
A supportive Governing Body
A school with secure foundations and strong community reputation
The opportunity to shape the next chapter of our development
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.