Headteacher

Teaching Vacancies; Pudsey; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Farsley Farfield Primary School in Pudsey, England, invites applications for an inspirational Headteacher to lead a 440-pupil primary with a 3–11 age range. You will shape a welcoming, ambitious culture and drive excellence in teaching and learning.

You will lead staff development, strengthen partnerships with families and the wider community, and build on Ofsted-highlighted strengths with an inclusive, future-focused curriculum.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successful leadership and school improvement.
• Committed to inclusion, safeguarding and wellbeing of all pupils.
• Ability to develop an ambitious, broad curriculum and strong outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop school strategy to raise standards and outcomes.
• Inspire and support a diverse staff team.
• Build strong relationships with parents, governors and the wider community.
• Support welfare and safeguarding across the school.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Inclusion & safeguarding

School improvement

Community engagement

Staff development

Curriculum leadership

Effective communication

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Governors are seeking an inspirational and ambitious leader to become the next Headteacher of Farsley Farfield Primary School. Join us and lead a school where children are encouraged to be curious, ambitious, compassionate and successful—and where learning extends far beyond the classroom.

This is a great opportunity to lead an inclusive and diverse primary school at the heart of a vibrant community. With approximately 440 pupils aged 3–11, extensive grounds, a unique school farm, strong academic outcomes, a rich curriculum and highly supportive families, Farsley Farfield is a school where children exceed expectations and staff are proud to work.

Set within truly inspiring grounds, our school offers a vibrant, nurturing environment in which every child is valued and supported to succeed. The school is recognised for its long-term, highly inclusive ethos, ambitious curriculum and strong standards, with Ofsted highlighting its vibrant and aspirational approach to learning. We are looking for a leader who will build on our many strengths while bringing fresh ideas, strategic vision and a relentless commitment to ensuring every child achieves their full potential.

Our new Headteacher will inspire staff with a clear and shared vision for excellence, while ensuring that every child is cared for, supported and nurtured within our vibrant and inclusive school community.

Our new leader will be someone who:

• Is passionate about delivering excellent outcomes for all children
• Places inclusion, wellbeing and safeguarding at the heart of everything they do.
• Can inspire and lead a highly skilled, committed and caring staff team to deliver continued excellence in teaching and learning
• Build strong relationships with children, families, governors and the wider community
• Can demonstrate a proven track record of successful leadership and school improvement
• Build on the school’s strong reputation as a popular, inclusive and diverse community school with high academic standards and a broad, rich curriculum
• Champion an inclusive ethos, ensuring that every child is supported to thrive, including those with SEND and additional needs
• Further develop the school’s engaging and innovative curriculum, including its strengths in PE, outdoor learning, horticulture and cooking
• Maximise the use of the school’s exceptional grounds and unique facilities, including the farm and outdoor environments, to enrich pupils’ experiences
• Maintain and enhance strong academic outcomes, building on performance that is consistently at or above national averages
• Promote a culture of wellbeing, safeguarding and personal development, underpinned by the school’s established strong safeguarding practice
• Lead and strengthen partnerships with parents, carers, governors and the wider community
• Support the continued development of enrichment opportunities, including trips, residentials, sport and the arts
• Drive forward the effective use of technology in learning, building on the school’s strong IT provision

What the school offers its staff

In return we can offer you:

The opportunity to lead a highly regarded, inclusive and successful school with a strong reputation for academic achievement and a rich, engaging curriculum. You will be supported by a dedicated and talented staff team, enthusiastic and well-motivated pupils, and a welcoming, diverse community. Our exceptional facilities—including extensive grounds and school farm—provide a distinctive and inspiring environment for learning, while strong partnerships with parents, governors and the wider community ensure a collaborative and supportive context in which to lead and innovate.

Further details about the role

For more information, please look on our website: www.farsleyfarfield.org.uk

Visits to School

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school to experience first-hand the unique qualities that make Farsley Farfield such a special place to learn and work.

Please email Rachel Hawkhead – Senior Administrator ([e-mail]) to make an appointment. If these dates are not convenient alternative dates may be possible.

Visits to school are available on:

The closing date for applications: 6pm 12th November

Shortlisting will take place on: 16th November

In person assessment day and interviews will take place: Tuesday 24th & Wednesday 25th November

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.