Headteacher

Woolmer Hill School; Codnor CP; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Codnor, Ripley DE5 9QD, invites applications for a Headteacher. We seek a values-led leader to drive Christian ethos, strategic improvement and inclusive education for 3–11s, with a focus on staff development and strong community links.

The successful candidate will lead with vision, manage resources effectively, and work with Governors, families and church to secure lasting improvements. Visits welcome; DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• An inspirational, values-led leader who will embrace and further develop our distinctive Christian ethos.
• A strategic thinker with the ambition, experience and judgement to lead sustainable school improvement.
• An excellent classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of teaching, learning and curriculum across Early Years, KS1 and KS2.
• A visible, approachable leader who can inspire, develop and support staff.
• Someone who will build strong relationships with children, staff, parents and carers, Governors, the Church and wider community.
• A commitment to inclusion and removing barriers to learning and achievement, including for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
• The leadership and management skills to use the school's people, resources and finances effectively.

Responsibilities

• Visits to the school by arrangement are warmly welcomed and coordinated through the designated contact.
• Lead the school and secure continuous improvement in education and outcomes for our children.
• Safeguarding and promoting welfare, including DBS checks and related compliance.
• Engage with Governors, parents, carers, church, and wider community to support school developments.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Staff development

Communication

Job description

Headteacher (L14 - L20)

CAPTION:

• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Salary: Not specified
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Ripley, DE5 9QD
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 14 Oct 2026
• Closing date: 13 Nov 2026

Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

Headteacher

For Easter 2027

ISR: L14 to L20

Estimated number on roll: 250

"Let Your Light Shine" (Matthew 5:16)

We are seeking a Headteacher to lead the next chapter at Codnor, building on our school's strengths and securing lasting improvements in education and outcomes for our children. Our Christian vision reflects our belief that every child should feel valued, fulfil their potential and have the opportunity to flourish.

We are looking for

• An inspirational, values-led leader who will embrace and further develop our distinctive Christian ethos.
• A strategic thinker with the ambition, experience and judgement to lead sustainable school improvement.
• An excellent classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of teaching, learning and curriculum across Early Years, KS1 and KS2.
• A visible, approachable leader who can inspire, develop and support staff.
• Someone who will build strong relationships with children, staff, parents and carers, Governors, the Church and wider community.
• A commitment to inclusion and removing barriers to learning and achievement, including for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
• 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 Jackie Waller on 01773 742537.

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Closing date: Sunday 15 November 2026

Interviews: Monday 30 November and Tuesday 1 December 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The role involves regulated activity with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with children's barred list information. A criminal record will not necessarily prevent appointment; cases are considered individually according to the role and information provided.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, subject to protections for filtered convictions and cautions. It is an offence to apply if barred from regulated activity with children. Shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer

• A Church of England school with a caring, inclusive vision and a commitment to welcoming families of all faiths and none.
• The opportunity to lead education for children aged three to eleven and shape the school's next stage of development.
• A leadership structure that includes two Assistant Headteachers, an EYFS Lead and a SENDCO.
• A Governing Body committed to working in partnership with the Headteacher to achieve our shared ambitions.
• A strong commitment to the successful candidate's induction, continuing professional development and wellbeing.

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.