Headteacher (L11 - L17)

Hartshorne CofE Primary School, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 7ES

28 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  12 April 2027

• Closing date

  29 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  1 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: Full Time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L11 - L17

What skills and experience we're looking for

HEADTEACHER

For 12 April 2027

ISR: L11 – L17

NoR: 112

Our small, friendly, village school has a real family feel and is at the heart of the community. The Governors and staff are looking for an experienced senior leader, with a strong track record in whole school leadership and core learning.

The Headteacher we are looking for will:

• continue to develop the Christian ethos and vision of the School, alongside our Governors.
• demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.
• build on our culture where individuals are encouraged to succeed and everyone’s contribution is valued.
• be committed to developing all staff through effective coaching, continued support and empowerment.
• be able to support positive relationships with pupils, parents, Governors, parish and wider community.
• be empathetic toward an inclusive faith-based education.
• Be an exceptional communicator who will build trusted and supportive partnerships with both staff and parents.

What the school offers its staff

As the Headteacher of Hartshorne CofE School you will have the support of an experienced teaching team and a committed Governing Body.

Visits to our school are encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please contact the school directly to make an appointment on 01283 217423 or email enquiries@hartshorne.derbyshire.sch.uk

Closing date: 29th October 2026

Interviews: 16th and17th November 2026

Further details and an application pack are available online at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs or Call Derbyshire on 08456 058058

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

As a school we are committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children, who are enthusiastic and eager to learn.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

RECRUITMENT PACK.pdf - 810 KB (opens in new tab)

About Hartshorne CofE Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 110 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Hartshorne CofE Primary School website
• Email address: Headship.Recruitment@derbyshire.gov.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hartshorne-cofe-primary-school

Arranging a visit to Hartshorne CofE Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Headship.Recruitment@derbyshire.gov.uk.

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