52UK 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.

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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.

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Headteacher

Outcomes First Group, Durham

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We are looking for a Headteacher for our New Options School in Durham. The school...

Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum dependent on experience
Apply by 11 Jul 2024

Associate Headteacher

Somerset Progressive School...

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Who are Keys Group? We are an independent education provider with schools across...

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 28 Jul 2024

Head of College

Langdon College, Barnet

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Lead the development and delivery of Langdon’s vision and values across post-16...

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 30 Jul 2024 Job start: October...

Headteacher

The Blue Coat School, Liverpool

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The Governing Board of Trustees of The Blue Coat School are seeking to appoint a...

Salary: Group 7 (ISR subject to negotiation)
Apply by 16 Sep 2024 Job start: Required...

Headteacher

Chesterfield High School, Sefton

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Chesterfield High School HEADTEACHER L35 – L39(£108,776 - £119,921) Required for...

Salary: L35-L39
Apply by 25 Sep 2024 Job start: Spring Term...

Head

Leighton Park School, Reading

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Lead a multi-award winning, values-led, independent day and boarding school in the...

Salary: Competitive
Apply by 8 Aug 2024

Headteacher

John Taylor High School...

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This role is a rare opportunity to lead one of the best schools in Staffordshire and...

Salary: Leadership Scale 30-36
Apply by 9 Aug 2024 Job start: 01/01/2025

Headteacher

Tes Schools Recruitment...

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Tes is supporting the appointment of a Headteacher to join an independent specialist...

Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum dependent on experience (not pro-rata)
Apply by 14 Jul 2024

Headteacher

Wimborne First School & Nursery...

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Governors are seeking an experienced leader, with a passion for developing high...

Salary: L18 – L24
Apply by 12 Jul 2024 Job start: 1st January...

Head Teacher

St Patrick's Catholic Primary...

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The Governors of St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an...

Salary: Leadership - L18 - L24
Apply by 8 Jul 2024 Job start: 01/01/2025

Principal

Arco Academy, Southwark

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At Arco Academy, we are seeking a Principal to join our team.

Salary: Competitive
Apply by 31 Aug 2024 Job start: September...

Head of School

St John Bosco Catholic Academy, St...

Expiring soon

The new Head of School will have a proven track record of building and maintaining...

Salary: Leadership Payscale L7-L13 plus 1 point for the English Hub
Apply by 5 Jul 2024 Job start: 1 January...

Headteacher

Nexus Multi Academy Trust - Head...

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Position: Headteacher Salary: STPCD Leadership Points 21 - 27 Location:...

Salary: STPCD Leadership Points 21 - 27
Apply by 21 Jul 2024

Headteacher required from...

Emerald Place Clinic School, Surrey

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Headteacher Required ASAP. A unique and rare opportunity has arisen for an...

Salary: To be negotiated depending upon experience.
Apply by 7 Jul 2024 Job start: ASAP we...

Headteacher

Park School, Oxfordshire

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Park School is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 7...

Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum dependent on experience
Apply by 15 Jul 2024

Headteacher

Roehampton Gate School, Wandsworth

New this week

We are recruiting for a Head Teacher to join us at Roehampton Gate School.

Salary: L18-L25(Inner London Scale) + TPS and Annual Bonus
Apply by 10 Jul 2024

Headteacher

Woodeaton Manor School, Oxfordshire

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With support from the Governing Body, CEO and Executive Leadership Team, the...

Salary: Leadership Group 5 - indicative pay range L23 to L29
Apply by 14 Jul 2024 Job start: 01/01/2025

Early years teacher - August...

Wesgreen International School...

New this week

We are looking to hire 3 Early years teachers to join our growing team for August...

Salary: All positions attract an excellent remuneration package including a competitive tax free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, tuition fee concession, private medical insurance, annual airfare to country of residence, and End of Service Gratui
Apply by 15 Jul 2024
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