Headteacher

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Tadcaster; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider, GSL Education, is seeking a visionary Headteacher for an inclusive and ambitious learning community in Tadcaster. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership and commitment to delivering outstanding educational outcomes. This role offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to make a real impact in the school community.

Qualifications

• Substantial teaching experience.
• Proven leadership experience at senior level.
• Strong financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to deliver outstanding educational outcomes.
• Foster a culture of high expectations and inclusion.
• Manage school resources efficiently.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Headteacher
Location: Tadcaster, North Yorkshire
Start Date: ASAP or September 2025
Salary: £56,316 - £74,926 per annum

GSL Education are seeking an exceptional and visionary Headteacher to lead an inclusive, nurturing, and ambitious learning community in Tadcaster, North Yorkshire, for an Immediate or September 2025 start.

Headteacher Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership to deliver outstanding educational outcomes for all pupils.
• Foster a culture of high expectations, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Inspire, lead and develop a strong team of teaching and support staff.
• Oversee curriculum development, ensuring it meets the needs of all learners.
• Ensure effective safeguarding policies and practices are embedded across the school.
• Manage school resources efficiently, including budget, staffing, and facilities.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, governors, and external stakeholders.
• Promote the school within the local community and uphold its values and vision.

Headteacher Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and substantial teaching experience.
• Proven leadership experience at senior level (Headteacher, Deputy Head, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated success in school improvement.
• Deep understanding of safeguarding, SEND, behaviour management, and curriculum development.
• Strong financial acumen and the ability to manage resources effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and people management skills.
• Hold a Child Only DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one with GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

If you would like to apply for the position of Headteacher in Tadcaster, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit GSL Education official website to apply online.