Headteacher (L19 - L25)

Chapel-en-le-Frith CofE VC Primary School, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK23 0NL

46 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1 September 2026 / 1 January 2026

• Closing date

  14 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  29 April 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 (Can be done as a job share): Full Time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L19 - L25

What skills and experience we're looking for

Headteacher for 1 September 2026 / 1 January 2027

ISR: L19 - L25

NoR: 495

LEARNING FOR LIFE

Due to the retirement of our long-standing Headteacher, we are looking for an inspirational and committed leader to take us into our new chapter. This is an exciting opportunity to build on an already strong school story, nurture our distinctive Christian ethos, and lead a thriving and inclusive learning community.

We are an inclusive school with a Christian ethos. We celebrate individuality and place the child at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be an Enhanced Resource School, specialising in meeting the needs of children on the autistic spectrum, as well as children with learning and physical disabilities. We aim to provide the very best education we can for ALL our learners.

We enjoy a calm environment and ensure purposeful learning takes place, children are challenged and supported within the school setting. We offer a variety of enrichment activities to support our cross curricular learning.

Chapel-en-le-Frith is a well-established market town in the heart of the Peak District, combining a high-quality natural environment with excellent transport links to Manchester, Sheffield and the wider region. It is a growing town with new housing developments.

The town has a strong, forward-looking community that places high value on education, aspiration and children’s achievement. It offers an excellent context for an ambitious Headteacher to lead a school with confidence, build on strong partnerships, and make a lasting impact for pupils and families.

We are looking for an enthusiastic leader who:

• Can build excellent relationships with children, staff, parents, Governors, and the wider community.
• Is committed to excellence in teaching and learning and will drive progress forward.
• Will help children enjoy their learning while realising their full potential by developing the curriculum.
• Will value our children and take pride in their achievements.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A friendly and happy learning environment in a beautiful rural environment.
• Great facilities including a large playing field.
• Motivated children and dedicated staff.
• A commitment to continuedprofessional development.
• A committed, supportive, and active Governing Board and PTA.

If you're passionate about education, thrive in a supportive community, and are ready to make a real difference to the lives of young learners, we invite you to join us at Chapel-en-le-Frith C of E VC Primary School. Apply now and be part of something truly special.

Visits to the school by arrangement are actively encouraged – please contact us on 01298 812000. Please also visit our website for further details of the school – https://www.cps.derbyshire.sch.uk/

Closing date: 14th June 2026

Interviews: 29th June and 1st July 2026

Further details and an application pack are available online at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs or Call Derbyshire on 01629 533190 quoting Job Reference JOB/26/01329.

Visits to the school by arrangement are warmly welcomed – please contact us on 01298 812000.

Please also visit our website for further details of the school – https://www.cps.derbyshire.sch.uk/

Committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children.

Further details and an application pack are available online at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs or Call Derbyshire on 01629 533190 quoting Job Reference JOB/26/01329.

Previous applicants need not apply.

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

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 April 2026.pdf - 695 KB (opens in new tab)

About Chapel-en-le-Frith CofE VC Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 499 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Chapel-en-le-Frith CofE VC Primary School website
• Email address: Headship.Recruitment@derbyshire.gov.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/chapel-en-le-frith-cofe-vc-primary-school

Arranging a visit to Chapel-en-le-Frith CofE VC Primary School

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

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