82UK and International headteacher jobs

With a range of headteacher positions in the UK and in international schools, Tes Jobs is the first place for those looking to take their leadership career to the next level. We have hundreds of headteacher jobs in state and independent schools from primary, secondary to further education.

Whether you’re an experienced headteacher looking for a new challenge or a leader looking to step into headship, Tes is the first choice for schools looking to recruit senior leaders. Search for roles near you by tailoring your search and add your favourite vacancies to My Jobs. You can set an email alert so that new roles are sent straight to your inbox and by completing your career profile you can let your future employer come to you.

Becoming a headteacher

Although you no longer require a qualification to become a headteacher, many aspiring UK heads still choose to take the National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH). You will need extensive experience as a teacher with extra responsibilities managing school-wide programmes.

Latest jobs

Headteacher

Queen Victoria School, Stirling

New this week

If you are a current or aspiring Headteacher, have passion and determination, can...

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 25 Sep 2024 Job start: August 2025

Headteacher - January 2025 or...

St Ursula's Convent School...

Quick ApplyNew this week

Headteacher required - January 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter

Salary: Leadership Scale L31 to L37 Negotiable depending on experience
Apply by 13 Sep 2024 Job start: January...

Headteacher - St Francis RC...

Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust...

New this week

Headteacher. Full time permanent position. Start date January 2025.

Salary: L15 - L21
Apply by 30 Sep 2024 Job start: January 2025

Principal

Ravens Academy, Essex

New this week

We are looking for a highly motivated Principal, with a proven track record, working...

Salary: Leadership Point 11 – 17 | £60,488 - £69,969
Apply by 1 Oct 2024 Job start: January 2025

Principal, Dover Court...

Dover Court International School...

New this week

Nord Anglia Education has an exciting and challenging opportunity for an...

Salary: Highly competitive salary with bonus and benefits
Apply by 26 Sep 2024 Job start: August 2025

Headteacher

West Croft School, Devon

New this week

West Croft School is seeking to hire a new Headteacher.

Salary: Group 4 - (L14 – L27) £61,042- £83,126
Apply by 20 Sep 2024 Job start: January 2025

Headteacher

Phoenix Arch School, Brent

Quick ApplyNew this week

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a small SEN school and see your vision...

Salary: LPS
Apply by 16 Sep 2024 Job start: January 25

Headteacher

Tes Schools Recruitment, Plymouth

Quick ApplyNew this week

Tes is supporting the appointment of a Headteacher to join a Academy based in...

Salary: Leadership Scale L26 - L 32 £87,253 - £101,067
Apply by 14 Sep 2024 Job start: January 2025

Headteacher

Tes Schools Recruitment...

Quick ApplyNew this week

Tes is supporting the appointment of a Headteacher to join a School based in...

Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum dependent on experience
Apply by 12 Sep 2024

Executive Headteacher

Chadsmoor Federation, Staffordshire

Quick ApplyNew this week

Executive Headteacher position to drive the strategic vision and development of our...

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 20 Sep 2024 Job start: January 2025

Assistant Head (Director of...

Nottingham High School, Nottingham

New this week

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Nottingham High School as an Assistant Head...

Salary: Competitive
Apply by 25 Sep 2024

Head of College

Dulwich College (Singapore)...

New this week

Education in Motion (EiM) are pleased to invite applications for the role of Head of...

Salary: A competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate
Apply by 18 Sep 2024 Job start: August 2025

Headteacher

Hallmoor School, Birmingham

Quick ApplyNew this week

Hallmoor School is an inclusive, forward-thinking and popular specialist school for...

Salary: L24 - L30 (£87651-£101533). Starting salary negotiable.
Apply by 20 Sep 2024 Job start: January 2025

Headteacher

Tes Schools Recruitment, Trimdon

Quick ApplyNew this week

Tes is supporting the appointment of a Headteacher to join a school based in Trimdon.

Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum dependent on experience
Apply by 17 Sep 2024

Headteacher

Penny Tree School, Birmingham

Expiring soon

As a Headteacher, you will promote a relentless focus on high quality, creative...

Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum dependent on experience
Apply by 3 Sep 2024

Headteacher

Glossopdale School, Hadfield...

New this week

We have an exceptional opportunity to lead this oversubscribed, highly ambitious...

Salary: Leadership L33 - L39
Apply by 16 Sep 2024 Job start: January 2025

Executive Headteacher

Southover Partnership School -...

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Are you an exceptional leader with a passion for education? Do you thrive on driving...

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 16 Sep 2024

Head Teacher

Great Torrington Bluecoat Church...

New this week

We are looking for a reflective, innovative, creative leader to help shape our...

Salary: L18 – L24 (£71,729 and £82,258)
Apply by 17 Sep 2024 Job start: January...
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