26 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    April 2027

  • Closing date

    9 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    14 October 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

L14 - L21 (£73,827 - £87,664)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for an inspirational and committed leader with the vision, confidence and skills to lead our school into the next stage of its development. We are proud of what has been achieved, but we are open to change, embracing the future with optimism and with a passion to deliver the very best education for every child.


We also want a leader who can provide effective professional leadership of the school in a way which reflects the school’s Church of England foundation and enables adults and pupils to flourish.

To lead by example, actively modelling and embedding into all areas of school life, the Christian vision and core Christian values of the school.

We will seek a leader who is:

• Passionate about education

• Financially astute

• Strong on strategic decision making

• Able to turn vision into action

• Able to make and implement difficult decisions

• Able to delegate appropriately

• Able to lead by example and bring the staff along with you

• An excellent communicator

• Able to promote the school

• An experienced manager

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• A school with a welcoming Christian ethos

• A commitment to support you and your professional development

• Happy, well behaved and motivated pupils

• A dedicated and enthusiastic staff team

• A knowledgeable and supportive Governing Body that is committed to the school

The school is part of a local cluster of eight schools from the Otley area. The schools work together in a spirit of cooperation rather than competition on many matters.

Otley is a vibrant Yorkshire market town with a population of around 14,000 people. It is situated on the River Wharfe in Lower Wharfedale. Otley borders the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is only a few miles from the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It is located approximately 11 miles from Leeds, Bradford and Harrogate and is overlooked by Otley Chevin and the beautiful Chevin Forest Park.

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.

If this prospect intrigues you and you are look for an exciting opportunity to take your career to the next level, you can request an application pack by emailing: educ.headteacher@leeds.gov.uk or contacting Leeds City Council’s HR Schools Team on 0113 3788525.

We would encourage you to visit the school before applying and we have set aside the following dates:

  • Tuesday 13th October 9:30 am
  • Thursday 15th October 1:30 pm
  • Monday 19th October 9:30 am
  • Friday 23rd October 1:30 pm
  • Monday 2nd November 9:30 am
  • Tuesday 3rd November 1:30 pm

To make an appointment please contact the school office on 01943 464703

Closing Date: 9th November 2026 12pm

Shortlisting: 16th – 19th November 2026

Interviews: 3rd and 4th December 2026

Commitment to safeguarding

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Otley All Saints CofE Primary School

Organisation type
Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
Size
212 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Website
Otley All Saints CofE Primary School website
Email address
educ.headteacher@leeds.gov.uk
Phone number
0113 3788525
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teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/otley-all-saints-cofe-primary-school

Otley All Saints CE Primary School was established as a one form entry primary in 2002 following the reorganisation of Otley’s schools. Currently there are 212 pupils on roll, plus a 26 place nursery. The majority of pupils transfer at eleven to Prince Henry’s Grammar School. Otley is an attractive and historic market town on the northwest boundary of Leeds, proud of its heritage and community spirit. The school enjoys strong links with community organisations, such as the Courthouse and the annual carnival, and with All Saints Church.

Arranging a visit to Otley All Saints CofE Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email educ.headteacher@leeds.gov.uk.

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