Headteacher (L12 - L18)

Closing date: 08 November 2026

HEADTEACHER

• for Easter 2027
• ISR: L12 - L18
• NoR: 192
• ‘Let love and kindness be the motivation behind all that you do.’ (1 Corinthians 16:14)

Due to the retirement of our Headteacher we are looking for a new Headteacher to take us in to our new chapter, to build on the strength of our school story so far and to continue our journey.

We are looking for

• An inspirational and values-led leader who will embrace and further develop our distinctive Christian ethos.
• A strategic thinker with the vision and ambition to build on our strengths and lead the school confidently.
• An excellent classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum development.
• A visible, approachable and compassionate leader who can inspire, develop and support staff.
• Someone who will build excellent relationships with children, staff, parents and carers, Governors, the Church and wider community.
• Commitment to ensuring inclusion, addressing diversity and access, and removing barriers to learning and achievement for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
• Someone with the leadership and management skills to use the school’s people, resources and finances effectively.

We can offer

• Happy, enthusiastic and hardworking children who are proud of their school and keen to learn.
• A welcoming and inclusive school in which love and kindness underpin everything we do.
• A committed and supportive staff team, governing body, parent community and active PTFA.
• Strong relationships with the Church, the Methodist community, the Diocese and wider local community.
• A broad curriculum which places the needs of each child first and provides stimulating and memorable learning opportunities.
• A school with firm foundations and a genuine opportunity for its next Headteacher to shape its future; and
• A strong commitment to the successful candidate’s induction, continuing professional development and wellbeing.

Visits to the school by arrangement are warmly welcomed - please contact us on 01246 417243 and ask for Mrs McElvaney.

Please also visit our website for further details of the school -

www.st-andrewscofe.derbyshire.sch.uk

Committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children.

Closing date: 8 November 2026

Interviews: 24 and 25 November 2026

Further details and an application pack are available online at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs or Call Derbyshire on 01629 533190 quoting the Job Reference JOB/26/03116