Headteacher

Guiseley Primary School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS20 9DA

53 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  7 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  16 July 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 - L24

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a Headteacher who:

• Has a proven track record of successful senior leadership and school improvement.
• Demonstrates a clear vision for excellent primary education and can translate that vision into practice.
• Is passionate about delivering an ambitious, inclusive and engaging curriculum that enables all children to achieve.
• Has a deep commitment to inclusion and ensuring that pupils with SEND, disadvantaged pupils and vulnerable learners thrive.
• Can inspire, develop and empower staff at all stages of their careers.
• Understands the importance of staff wellbeing alongside high professional expectations.
• Has the skills to lead organisational change effectively and sensitively.
• Can use data, evidence and innovation to secure continuous improvement.
• Understands how technology can enhance learning, improve operational effectiveness and prepare pupils for life in a rapidly changing world.
• Has strong financial and organisational leadership skills and can ensure resources are used effectively to maximise opportunities for pupils.
• Values collaboration and can work successfully within a Trust while championing the unique identity of our school.
• Will strengthen partnerships with parents, carers and the wider community to enhance opportunities for children.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer the successful candidate:

• A well-established school with a strong reputation and clear values.
• Happy, caring and enthusiastic children who are proud of their school.
• A talented, skilled and dedicated staff team committed to achieving the best outcomes for pupils.
• A governing body that offers both support and constructive challenge.
• Strong collaboration and professional networks through the Aireborough Learning Partnership Trust.
• A positive, inclusive school culture with high expectations and strong foundations.
• The opportunity to shape the strategic direction of the school at a pivotal point in its development.
• Ongoing professional development and leadership support.

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

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

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 Guiseley Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 376 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Guiseley Primary School website
• Email address: office@guiseleyprimary.org
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/guiseley-primary-school

Guiseley Primary School is a 1.5 form entry Foundation school, part of the Aireborough Learning Partnership Trust, for pupils aged 2 to 11 years. We are a school that genuinely cares and are committed to ensuring every child feels happy, safe, valued and inspired to achieve their full potential by being excited to learn. 

Arranging a visit to Guiseley Primary School

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

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