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Headteacher (L12 - L18)
St Andrew's CofE Methodist (Aided) Primary School
Source: UK Teaching Vacancies API · original listing ↗
Source date: 10/9/2026
About this role
HEADTEACHER for Easter 2027 ISR: L12 – L18 NoR: 192 ‘Let love and kindness be the motivation behind all that you do.’ (1 Corinthians 16:14) Due to the retirement of our Headteacher we are looking for a new Headteacher to take us in to our new chapter, to build on the strength of our school story so far and to continue our journey. We are looking for: • An inspirational and values-led leader who will embrace and further develop our distinctive Christian ethos. • A strategic thinker with the vision and ambition to build on our strengths and lead the school confidently. • An excellent classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum development. • A visible, approachable and compassionate leader who can inspire, develop and support staff. • Someone who will build excellent relationships with children, staff, parents and carers, Governors, the Church and wider community. • Commitment to ensuring inclusion, addressing diversity and access, and removing barriers to learning and achievement for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. • Someone with the leadership and management skills to use the school’s people, resources and finances effectively. Visits to the school by arrangement are warmly welcomed – please contact us on 01246 417243 and ask for Mrs McElvaney. Please also visit our website for further details of the school – www.st-andrewscofe.derbyshire.sch.uk Committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children. Closing date: 8 November 2026 Interviews: 24 and 25 November 2026 Further details and an application pack are available online at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs or Call Derbyshire on 01629 533190 quoting the Job Reference JOB/26/03116.