Headteacher (L10 - L16) (0.1FTE Teaching Commitment)

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Headteacher (0.1FTE Teaching Commitment)

Salary:  L10 - L16

Contract Type:  Full Time, Permanent

Start Date:  1 January 2026

About Us:

Ashbrook Infant and Nursery School is all about delivering excellent education in a welcoming, supportive place where everyone can be themselves and do their best. “We care, we learn, we have fun”.

The Role: 

We are seeking an inspirational and dedicated Headteacher to lead our school into the next phase of its development. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader with a proven track record of driving educational excellence and fostering a positive school culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the school, ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning.
• Develop and implement school policies and procedures that promote a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Lead and manage the school's staff, fostering a culture of continuous professional development and collaboration.
• Engage with parents, carers, and the wider community to build strong partnerships and promote the school's vision and values.
• Ensure the effective management of the school's resources, including budgeting and financial planning.

About You:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience in a senior leadership role within a school setting.
• A strong commitment to raising standards and achieving excellence.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• A deep understanding of current educational policies and practices.

Why Join Us:

• The chance to lead in an Infant and nursery setting.
• Opportunities to lead a school through the upcoming academisation process.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of our children.

Visits to the school by arrangement are warmly welcomed - please contact the school office on 01332 662695 to arrange a visit.

How to Apply:

Please complete the Derbyshire County Council application form. CVs will not be accepted. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

For more information about our school, please visit  Ashbrook Infant and Nursery School - Home 

Closing Date:                        5 October 2025

Interview dates:                   22 and 23 October 2025

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.