40 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    April 2027 preferred, but would consider September 2027 for the right candidate

  • Closing date

    2 November 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    23 September 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Headteacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full time equivalent salary

L29 - L35

Headteacher job summary

Aspire Learning Trust is looking to appoint an inspiring, experienced leader to further drive development at its secondary school, Sir Harry Smith Community College. Trustees are seeking someone who will be a visible and determined leader with high levels of integrity, honesty, and transparency.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate expertise in leadership and it is crucial that the appointee is completely aligned with our vision and values. They should have deep knowledge and experience of school leadership and a proven track record in securing school improvement.

They will have proven ability to inspire students and staff alike and to drive the improvements needed to provide our community with an excellent education. They will advocate for our wonderful and talented young people supporting them in improving their quality of life. They will lead with a drive to empower our communities to shine, further securing trust and honesty in collaboration with our primary schools and across wider partnerships.

We are seeking a decisive and bold leader with an innovative vision to take Sir Harry Smith Community College into its next chapter.

Our Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people with special education needs and disabilities and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this passionate commitment.

If you feel that you have the skills, vision and drive to lead Sir Harry Smith Community in the next stage of our journey, we would very much like to hear from you.

Please note:

  • This position requires the postholder to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
  • For applicants who have worked outside of the UK they will need to provide a certificate of good conduct from the professional regulating authority in the country or countries in which the applicant has worked.
  • The Trust will be carrying out an online search as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

The Trusts policy and practice in relation to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children can be found on the Trusts website here

For any further information, or to arrange an informal discussion about this post please email CMeadows@sirharrysmith.com and an appropriate date/time will be arranged with the CEO.

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 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.

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About Sir Harry Smith Community College

Organisation type
Academy, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary school
Size
1084 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18
Ofsted report
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Website
Sir Harry Smith Community College website
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