Head of School

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The Governors are very pleased to be advertising the role of Head of School. We are currently in a collaboration with Padfield Community Primary School and operate with an Executive Headteacher and a Head of School in each school. 

This is an exciting time for our school, we are a fully inclusive mainstream primary school with EYFS/KS1 SEND provision and EYFS/KS1 and KS2 enhanced resources provision. 

We have a dedicated and committed school community and governing body. We are looking for a professional, proactive and skilled leader to join our team. We work collaboratively with Padfield Primary School and have close working relationship with the other Glossop schools. 

The proposed start date is September 2026. However, we would consider a later start date up to January 2027. 

We are offering; 

• A friendly, supportive and committed governing body, SLT, staff and school community.
• A bespoke CPD package to support your needs. 

Discussions with the Executive Headteacher and visits to the school or teams meeting are welcome and strongly encouraged. We very much look forward to seeing your application. 

Headteacher’s details:

Craig Woodward – cwoodward@st-james.derbyshire.sch.uk

Provisional Interview Date: 20 May 2026

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.