Head Teacher

Farsley Farfield Primary School, Pudsey, West Yorkshire, LS28 5ED

56 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  18 August 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  23 June 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
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L18-24 (£78,702 - £91,158)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Governors are seeking an inspirational and ambitious leader to become the next Headteacher of Farsley Farfield Primary School. Join us and lead a school where children are encouraged to be curious, ambitious, compassionate and successful—and where learning extends far beyond the classroom.

This is a great opportunity to lead an inclusive and diverse primary school at the heart of a vibrant community. With approximately 440 pupils aged 3–11, extensive grounds, a unique school farm, strong academic outcomes, a rich curriculum and highly supportive families, Farsley Farfield is a school where children exceed expectations and staff are proud to work.

Set within extensive and inspiring grounds, our school offers a vibrant, nurturing environment in which every child is valued and supported to succeed.

The school is recognised for its long-term, highly inclusive ethos, ambitious curriculum and strong standards, with Ofsted highlighting its vibrant and aspirational approach to learning. We are looking for a leader who will build on our many strengths while bringing fresh ideas, strategic vision and a relentless commitment to ensuring every child achieves their full potential.

Our new Headteacher will inspire staff with a clear and shared vision for excellence, while ensuring that every child is cared for, supported and nurtured within our vibrant and inclusive school community.

Our new leader will be someone who:

• Can demonstrate a proven track record of successful leadership and school improvement
• Is passionate about delivering excellent outcomes for all children
• Places inclusion, wellbeing and safeguarding at the heart of everything they do.
• Can inspire and lead a highly skilled, committed and caring staff team to deliver continued excellence in teaching and learning
• Build strong relationships with children, families, governors and the wider community
• Build on the school’s strong reputation as a popular, inclusive and diverse community school with high academic standards and a broad, rich curriculum
• Champion an inclusive ethos, ensuring that every child is supported to thrive, including those with SEND and additional needs
• Further develop the school’s engaging and innovative curriculum, including its strengths in PE, outdoor learning, horticulture and cooking
• Maximise the use of the school’s exceptional grounds and unique facilities, including the farm and outdoor environments, to enrich pupils’ experiences
• Maintain and enhance strong academic outcomes, building on performance that is consistently at or above national averages
• Promote a culture of wellbeing, safeguarding and personal development, underpinned by the school’s established strong safeguarding practice
• Lead and strengthen partnerships with parents, carers, governors and the wider community
• Support the continued development of enrichment opportunities, including trips, residentials, sport and the arts
• Drive forward the effective use of technology in learning, building on the school’s strong IT provision

What the school offers its staff

In return we can offer you:

The opportunity to lead a highly regarded, inclusive and successful school with a strong reputation for academic achievement and a rich, engaging curriculum. You will be supported by a dedicated and talented staff team, enthusiastic and well-motivated pupils, and a welcoming, diverse community. Our exceptional facilities provide a distinctive and inspiring environment for learning, while strong partnerships with parents, governors and the wider community ensure a collaborative and supportive context in which to lead and innovate.

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.

For more information, please look on our website - www.farsleyfarfield.org.uk

Visits to School

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school to experience first-hand the unique qualities that make Farsley Farfield such a special place to learn and work.

Please email Ruth Fain, Chair of Governors (ruth.fain@farsleyfarfield.org.uk) to make an appointment.

Visits to school available on: 7th and 9th July 2026 at 9:30 am and 1:30 pm

If these dates are not convenient, alternative dates may be possible, please contact the Chair of Governors to arrange.

The closing date for applications is 18th August 2026 at 12 noon

Shortlisting will take place on 9th September 2026

In-person assessments and interviews will take place on 28th and 29th September 2026

To request an application pack, please emaileduc.headteacher@leeds.gov.uk

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.

About Farsley Farfield Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 439 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Farsley Farfield Primary School website
• Email address: office@farsleyfarfield.org.uk
• Phone number: 0113 2058130
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/farsley-farfield-primary-school

Arranging a visit to Farsley Farfield Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@farsleyfarfield.org.uk.

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