Headteacher (L11 - L17)

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartshorne CofE Primary School in Derbyshire is seeking an experienced Headteacher to lead our small, friendly village school at the heart of the community. The Governors and staff are looking for a senior leader with a strong track record in whole school leadership and core learning.

The Headteacher will continue to develop our Christian ethos and vision, uphold high standards in teaching, support staff through coaching, and build positive relationships with pupils, parents, parish and the

Qualifications

• Experience in whole school leadership
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and learning
• Ability to develop staff through coaching, support and empowerment
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with staff, parents and community

Responsibilities

• Develop the school's Christian ethos and vision with Governors.
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.
• Foster a culture where individuals are encouraged to succeed and everyone’s contribution is valued.
• Be committed to developing all staff through effective coaching, continued support and empowerment.
• Be able to support positive relationships with pupils, parents, Governors, parish and wider community.
• Be empathetic toward an inclusive faith-based education.
• Be an exceptional communicator who will build trusted and supportive partnerships with both staff and parents.

Job description

Closing date: 29 October 2026
HEADTEACHER
For 12 April 2027
ISR: L11 - L17
NoR: 112
Our small, friendly, village school has a real family feel and is at the heart of the community. The Governors and staff are looking for an experienced senior leader, with a strong track record in whole school leadership and core learning.
The Headteacher we are looking for will:

• Continue to develop the Christian ethos and vision of the School, alongside our Governors.
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.
• Build on our culture where individuals are encouraged to succeed and everyone’s contribution is valued.
• Be committed to developing all staff through effective coaching, continued support and empowerment.
• Be able to support positive relationships with pupils, parents, Governors, parish and wider community.
• Be empathetic toward an inclusive faith-based education.
• Be an exceptional communicator who will build trusted and supportive partnerships with both staff and parents.
  

As the Headteacher of Hartshorne CofE Primary School you will have the support of an experienced teaching team and a committed Governing Body.
Visits to our school are encouraged and warmly welcomed.
Closing date: 29th October 2026
Interviews: 16th and17th November 2026