Headteacher
Ashgate Primary School, Derby, Derbyshire, DE22 3FSThis job expired on 13 March 2026 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
13 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
27 February 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: 32.5hrs per week / Mon-Fri.
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L17-23
What skills and experience we're looking for
All
qualifications, training, experience, skills,
knowledge and personal qualities are essential unless indicated otherwise.
Qualifications
and training:
Qualified
teacher status (QTS)
First degree or
equivalent
Other relevant
training that prepares the applicant for this post
National
professional qualification for headship (NPQH) or equivalent (Desirable)
Experience:
Successful
leadership and management experience in a school, including the leadership of
change
Demonstrable
experience of successful line management and staff development, including
challenging underperformance
Involvement in
school self-evaluation and planning for improvement
Effective use of
data to support planning for pupils and groups of children
Be able to
demonstrate their commitment to growing leadership throughout the school
Experience of
working effectively with key finance personnel and school governors to manage
finance and provide value for money (Desirable)
A record of
successful class teaching of the primary age range (Desirable)
Experience of
working in a multicultural setting leading to a deep understanding of the
needs of the local community (Desirable)
Skills and knowledge:
Ability to
formulate a clear strategic vision for school improvement and translate this
into strategic objectives, longer term plans and specific outcomes
Ability to
articulate a vision that promotes the spiritual, moral, social and cultural
development of all pupils
Maintain
steadfast principles, demonstrating professionalism and integrity
Able to initiate
and manage change and improvement in pursuit of higher standards
Understanding of
high-quality teaching based on evidence, and the ability to model this for
others and support others to improve
Knowledge of the
curriculum across the Primary age range including EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key
Stage 2
Understanding
how effective data analysis is used to monitor pupil progress, set targets
and inform future planning for individuals and groups of children
Understanding of
school finances and financial management
Ability to build
positive working relationships, based on effective communication and
interpersonal skills
Able to monitor
performance to ensure high standards and the development of professional
practice among school staff, including teaching and assessment
Knowledge of
current legal requirements, including health and safety, recruitment and
retention, national policies and guidance on the safeguarding and promotion
of the wellbeing of children
Have a secure
understanding of inclusion, including for children with SEND and how pupils
can be supported in Leicester through Designated Specialist Provision
Understand the
complexities of working in a city school with a diverse community (Desirable)
Have a knowledge
and understanding of our children, their families and our school’s local
area, including the needs of children and families across the school (Desirable)
Personal qualities:
Create a strong,
positive personal impact, conveying authority and confidence, that encourages
others to aspire to excel
Lead with
integrity, engendering trust and respect among and between stakeholders
Inclusive and
empathetic of all children, staff and members of the school community,
demonstrating a caring and compassionate ethos
Demonstrate
openness, honesty and having the ‘courage of your convictions’
Commitment to
the safeguarding of all pupils, staff and stakeholders
Drive to provide
equality of opportunity for all
Be approachable
and friendly to all stakeholders, demonstrating a willingness to listen and
value contributions
Strength of
character to challenge underperformance and behaviour where necessary in any
stakeholders, and to follow through on issues which arise
A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all
pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
Ability to work
under pressure and prioritise effectively
Be able to work collaboratively with
leaders at all levels, including governors, to deliver strategic priorities
Have
understanding and compassion towards all staff regarding mental health and
wellbeing
Be proactive in
promoting good connections with the local community
Maintain strong
relationships, supporting work with the Governing body, the local authority
and any other relevant school improvement support
What the school offers its staff
In
return, we offer:
A
strong, committed and experienced staff team
Enthusiastic,
well-behaved and motivated pupils
A
supportive Governing Body
A
school with secure foundations and strong community reputation
The
opportunity to shape the next chapter of our development
Further information about the job
Please email a statement along with your application outlining why you feel you would be the right candidate for the role.
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.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Ashgate Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 315 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ashgate Primary School website
- Email address
- admin@ashgate.derby.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01332 343928
Ashgate Primary School is a truly outward-looking setting, committed to raising standards and providing excellence in pastoral care for our unique community. We are situated on the outskirts of the City of Derby, within close proximity to the University of Derby and the A38. Our school community is characterised by its vibrant diversity and mobility; we take great pride in our ability to welcome and integrate families from a wide range of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. We view our often transitional pupil population not as a challenge, but as an opportunity to demonstrate our agility and commitment to rapid, high-quality inclusion.
The School Leadership Team and governors work diligently to ensure that staff are equipped with the resources and expertise required to meet the high standards expected. A culture of clear guidance, mutual support, and the celebration of achievement underpins the positive working environment evident across the school.
We pride ourselves on the principle that every decision is made with the child at its heart. We are dedicated to securing the best possible outcomes for all pupils, ensuring that background or circumstance is never a barrier to aspiration. As a result, the school is highly regarded within the local community, with our 2023 Ofsted inspection confirming the school to be 'Good' in all aspects of its provision.
Our most recent 2023 Ofsted inspection confirmed the high quality of our provision, noting that:
• "Pupils are proud to attend this school. They feel safe and happy."
• "The school’s values of ‘aspiration, self-belief, heart, generosity, achievement, teamwork and enjoyment’ shine through."
• "Teachers have high expectations of what pupils can achieve."
The provision for SEND was identified as a key strength as was the capacity of the school to meet the needs of its diverse local community.
Ashgate Primary School is an outward-looking school, committed to raising standards and providing excellence in pastoral care for its diverse community.
We pride ourselves on the principle that every decision is made with the child at its heart; we ensure all possible means are undertaken to secure the best outcomes for our pupils, regardless of their circumstances. As a result, the school is highly regarded within the local community.
As Headteacher, you will inherit a school where "pupils behave well and have positive attitudes to their learning," supported by a staff body that feels "well supported with their workload and well-being."
Arranging a visit to Ashgate Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@ashgate.derby.sch.uk.
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