Headteacher

Durham County Council; Seaham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority is seeking an experienced Headteacher for Seaview Primary School in Seaham, offering a salary range of £70,293 - £81,441. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality leadership and foster a positive, inclusive atmosphere. The role involves overseeing academic and pastoral activities, underpinned by a commitment to safeguarding. Applications are open until September 19, 2025.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated successful implementation of change in an educational setting.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Ability to provide high-quality leadership in academic and pastoral fields.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school to achieve high academic standards.
• Create a positive and inclusive atmosphere that encourages individual development.
• Ensure the welfare of children and young people in educational practices.

Skills

Leadership

Experience in senior management

Safeguarding children

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Headteacher
L15 - L21 £70,293 - £81,441
Full Time, Whole Time
Permanent
Required from January 2026
N.O.R. 284 on roll which includes a 52 place Nursery

The Governors seek to appoint a committed, experienced and enthusiastic teacher with senior management experience.

Seaview Primary School is at the centre of a supportive community in Deneside, Seaham. We currently have 284 children on roll and a 52 place Nursery. The school has a welcoming, positive and inclusive atmosphere, with a focus on relationships, individual development, respect and high expectations.

Applicants will need to provide leadership of a high quality in the academic, pastoral and management fields and be able to show evidence of the successful implementation of change.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

Completed application forms should be returned to [e-mail].

Closing date for receipt of applications: Friday 19 September 2025 at 12.00 noon.

The Governing Board is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Disclosure form.

Seaview Primary School,
The Avenue,
Deneside,
Seaham,
SR7 8PD

Tel: [phone]
Website:www.seaviewprimary.com

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