Permanent Headteacher
Athersley South Primary School, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 3TP5 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
19 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
14 March 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
- L16 - L22 (starting salary negotiable dependent on experience)
What skills and experience we're looking for
If you are motivated to create a culture of improvement, and if you are seeking to improve life chances for young people, then we would love to hear from you. We are looking for a candidate who;
- thrives in a collaborative environment within a school and Trust
- can demonstrate substantial and proven leadership skills in a primary setting
- has experience in successful school improvement and development of effective teaching & learning
- is able to communicate with, motivate and inspire staff
- has a proven track record for improving levels of attainment and achievement for all pupils, whatever their needs, abilities and circumstance
- has experience in performance management and data analysis
- is willing to make an effective commitment to the school and Trust
- is resilient and an effective classroom practitioner
- has a desire to play an active part in the strategic development of the school and the Trust
What the school offers its staff
Athersley South is a popular school and prides itself on strong partnerships with parents and carers in order to help build an inclusive environment where children can participate, thrive, reach their full potential and are proud of their achievements.
The Every Child Matters Academy Trust is committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. We are passionate about our succession planning, growing our own talented workforce and providing a huge opportunity to join a dynamic team.
Further information about the job
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.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Athersley South Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 307 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Athersley South Primary School website
- Email address
- P.Darlington@ecmtrust.co.uk
Primary School 3 - 11 years
Arranging a visit to Athersley South Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email P.Darlington@ecmtrust.co.uk.
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