Headteacher

Grimsdyke School, Pinner, HA5 4QE

111 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  13 February 2026 at 10:59pm

• Date listed

  24 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £75,433.00 - £86,764.00 Annually (Actual)

Headteacher job summary

About the School

Grimsdyke Primary School is a thriving three-form entry community school in Hatch End, Harrow, catering for children aged 4-11. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and strong sense of belonging, where everyone lives by our motto — Learning and Achieving Together. Our dedicated team delivers a rich, knowledge-engaged curriculum that fosters curiosity, creativity and resilience. Every child is known, valued and encouraged to reach their full potential in a safe and supportive environment.

About the Role

We are seeking an inspirational and forward-thinking Headteacher to join us from 01 September 2026. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and direction, working closely with staff, governors and parents to ensure every child thrives academically, socially and emotionally. You will be a visible and approachable leader who continues to build on our culture of high expectations, inclusivity and care, while promoting excellence in teaching and learning across the school.

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

• Is an exceptional leader with the vision, passion and resilience to inspire staff and pupils alike.

• Demonstrates a strong understanding of inclusive education and a commitment to supporting every child.

• Has proven experience of raising standards and delivering outstanding outcomes across a diverse community.

• Values teamwork and collaboration, building strong relationships with staff, governors, families and the wider community.

• Is an excellent communicator who leads with integrity, empathy and transparency.

• Is reflective, forward-thinking and committed to their own professional development.

In Return, We Offer:

• A high-achieving, happy and inclusive school with motivated and well-behaved pupils.

• A talented and dedicated staff team committed to professional growth and teamwork.

• Supportive governors and engaged parents who value partnership and trust.

• A well-resourced site with excellent facilities and outdoor spaces.

• A creative and ambitious curriculum that celebrates curiosity, independence and success in all its forms.

Visits Are Encouraged

We invite you to visit Grimsdyke Primary School to experience our ethos and community first-hand.
Please see the recruitment pack for details.

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

Grimsdyke School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the
welfare of children and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this
commitment and will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, Barred List
and full child protection/safeguarding training.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Grimsdyke School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 628 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Grimsdyke School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/grimsdyke-school

Grimsdyke School is an over subscribed three form entry primary school location in a residential area of Hatch End. As a school we work alongside a community of aspirational parents who want the best for their children and as a result we have an amazing cohort of children from Reception to Year Six who are engaged with their learning and want to do well.

Throughout the school we foster a safe cohesive calm, caring environment where students feel valued and are challenged through a broad and balanced curriculum. We foster “growth mindset” at all phases across the school to develop students who are resilient when faced with a challenge and are risk-takers in their learning. As a staff of excellent practitioners we are committed to ensure this happens on a day-to-day basis because we believe that they are key elements of lifelong learning.

In order for students to achieve and develop holistically they are encouraged to learn in a variety of different ways as individuals and as groups. At Grimsdyke, we endeavour to involve students in their own learning by setting goals, reflecting, taking opportunities to lead with their peers or class and developing a positive mindset where mistakes and challenge become a key part to their development and progress. These opportunities develop a well-rounded learner that is able to adapt to a wide range of situations thus making the best of all learning experiences now and in the future.

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