Headteacher

Brightside Nursery Infant School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S9 1AS

27 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  16 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  20 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L14-L20

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a visionary Headteacher who will:

• lead and develop our dedicated staff team

• secure the best possible outcomes for every child in our nursery and infant setting
• champion our school values and strong community partnerships
• have the knowledge and ability to maintain the values and inclusive nature of Brightside
• work closely with the governing body to deliver our strategic vision

This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring headteacher ready for their first headship or an experienced deputy looking to take the next step into leadership. We particularly welcome applications from candidates with strong early years and key stage 1 experience who are keen to grow into headship in a supportive and forward-thinking school.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

 A highly supportive and experienced governing body

 A hardworking, collaborative and caring staff team

 A school that places the highest value on staff wellbeing and professionaldevelopment

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.

How to apply

An application pack is available from recruitment@brightside.sheffield.sch.uk.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the schooloffice on 0114 244 1826.

Closing date: 12 noon on Thursday 16 April 2026 Assessment centre interviews: weekcommencing 4 May 2026

Safer recruitment This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare ofchildren and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks.

Equality and diversity We are committed to fair and open recruitment on the basis of meritand welcome applications from all areas of the community.

For an informal discussion please contact the Chair of Governors, David Brough, viabroughd@brightside.sheffield.sch.uk

We look forward to receiving your application.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
As per KCSIE Sep 2025 we will be conducting an online search as part of due diligence

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.

Additional documents

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

HT Advert (Final) (1).pdf - 122 KB (opens in new tab)

About Brightside Nursery Infant School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 7
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 213 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Brightside Nursery Infant School website
• Email address: recruitment@brightside.sheffield.sch.uk
• Phone number: 0114 2441826
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/brightside-nursery-and-infant-school

Outstanding primary school

Brightside Nursery Infant School is dedicated to providing high quality education and has earned a place in the heart of generations of children and families. We are an inclusive, caring and happy school with a very positive ethos and atmosphere. We have high expectations, a passion for learning and a proven track record of supporting all children successfully to maximise their full potential.

‘This school provides an exceptional education for its pupils. Well trained and caring staff support pupils extremely well in their education and personal development. They foster a ‘family feel’. This helps pupils to feel safe. The school’s high expectations ensure that opportunities for purposeful learning experiences are maximised throughout the day.’ (Ofsted June 2024)

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