Executive Headteacher (L17 - L23)

Clifton CofE Primary School, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2GJ

10 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  21 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  22 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: Full Time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L17 - L23

What skills and experience we're looking for

EXECUTIVE HEADTEACHER

Start: 1 January 2027 ISR: L17 – L21

The Dove Valley Federation

Clifton CE (VC) Primary School & Osmaston CE (VC) Primary School

Following the retirement of our highly respected Executive Headteacher, The Dove Valley Federation is seeking an aspirational, inspirational, and forward-thinking leader to guide our schools into an exciting new chapter.

Located near the beautiful market town of Ashbourne, on the edge of the Peak District, our Federation brings together two distinctive Church schools with strong community roots and a shared commitment to excellence.

We are looking for a leader who:

• Inspires and motivates children, staff, and the wider community
• Builds and nurtures strong, positive relationships
• Champions high standards and continuous improvement
• Values every child and prioritises inclusion and personal development
• Embraces and develops the Christian distinctiveness of our schools
• Has a strong track record of supporting sporting participation and success
• Has the vision and drive to take our Federation confidently forward

Visits to both schools are warmly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting us on 01335 343140 (8.30am – 5.00pm).

Further information can be found on our websites:

• https://www.osmastonprimary.co.uk/
• https://www.clifton.derbyshire.sch.uk/

The Dove Valley Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

Closing date: 21 June 2026

Interviews: 9 and 10 July 2026

Further details and an application pack are available online at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs or Call Derbyshire on 01629 533190 quoting Job Reference JOB/26/01669.

What the school offers its staff

What we offer:

• The opportunity to lead and shape the future of two well-established and successful schools
• A welcoming, caring, and collaborative environment rooted in strong Christian values
• Committed and professional staff teams
• Strong governance and community support
• Excellent opportunities for professional growth and development

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

RECRUITMENT PACK.pdf - 648 KB (opens in new tab)

About Clifton CofE Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 100 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Clifton CofE Primary School website
• Email address: Headship.Recruitment@derbyshire.gov.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/clifton-cofe-primary-school

Arranging a visit to Clifton CofE Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Headship.Recruitment@derbyshire.gov.uk.

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