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As part of a large, highly performing county, our school leaders are able to draw upon a wealth of expertise and best practice.

Hertfordshire offers a wide range of opportunities to gain experience and develop a successful career - find your next step today:

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From primary schools to secondary schools, maintained to academies to independent institutions, Hertfordshire offers diverse school leadership opportunities to suit your professional goals. 

Find a wealth of resource via our Leadership career advice area to help you map out your career trajectory. Discover valuable insights and strategic guidance on advancing your career, including tips on professional development, leadership development, navigating the application process and landing your dream role, plus much more.

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  • Deputy Headteacher

    Stanborough School

    Welwyn / Hatfield District Full time

    £86,904.00 - £95,708.00 Annually (FTE) L23 to L27

    Closing date: 24th Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and inspirational leader to join our fantastic team at Stanborough as Deputy Headteacher, leading the strategic development of the school and student outcomes. We are proud to have a skilled, committed and cohesive team of staff, all of whom work hard to ...

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  • Deputy Headteacher - Pastoral

    The Reach Free School

    Three Rivers District Full time

    £76,863 - £91,740

    Closing date: 24th Jan 2025 5:00 PM

    Deputy Headteacher - Pastoral Dates: Apply by Friday 24th January 2025 Location: Rickmansworth Contract type: Full time  Contract term: Permanent Salary: Academy Trust Scale, dependent on skills and experience (£76,863 to £91,740) Start Date: April 2025 Followin...

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  • Headteacher

    Icknield Infant & Nursery School

    North Hertfordshire District Full time

    L12 – L18 (£65,286-£74,926)

    Closing date: 28th Jan 2025 5:00 PM

    Are you ready to lead a school where every child’s uniqueness is celebrated and every voice contributes to a shared vision of success? At Icknield Infant and Nursery School, nestled in the heart of Letchworth Garden City, we believe that "All different, all together, all Icknield" is...

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  • Deputy Headteacher

    Summerswood Primary School

    Hertsmere Borough Full time

    £56,126.00 - £63,187.00 Annually (FTE)

    Closing date: 29th Jan 2025 8:00 AM

    Join the Leadership Team at Summerswood Primary School: Deputy Headteacher VacancyAre you a dedicated educational leader with experience ready to make a significant impact in an improving primary school ? Do you have the vision and skills to help shape the future of our students and school community...

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  • Headteacher

    Barnwell School

    Stevenage Borough Full time

    £94,332 - £126,517L27-L39

    Closing date: 31st Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    If you are an ambitious, passionate, and innovative leader ready to make a significant impact, we invite you to apply for the Headteacher position at Barnwell School. Join us in our commitment to achieving excellence together. Barnwell School, established in 1959, has a rich history of serving th...

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  • Wrap-around Club Manager

    Rising Stars Wraparound Clubs Ltd

    North Hertfordshire District Full time

    £13.50 per hour / £21,060 per annum

    Closing date: 31st Jan 2025 5:00 PM

    Rising Stars Wrap-Around Clubs Ltd is a friendly, well-established company with 18 years of experience in providing wraparound care. We strive to create a fun, safe, and enjoyable environment where children can engage in a variety of sporting and creative activities, while also offering parents...

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  • Deputy Manager

    Rising Stars Wraparound Clubs Ltd

    North Hertfordshire District Part time

    £12.50 p/h / £11,875.00 (P/T) or £16,250.00 (F/T)

    Closing date: 31st Jan 2025 5:00 PM

    Rising Stars Wrap-Around Clubs Ltd is a friendly, well-established company with 18 years of experience in providing wraparound care. We strive to create a fun, safe, and enjoyable environment where children can engage in a variety of sporting and creative activities, while also offering parents...

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  • Subject Leader Physical Education

    John F Kennedy Catholic School

    All Saints Catholic Academy Trust

    Dacorum Borough Full time

    MPS/UPS + TLR 2c

    Closing date: 31st Jan 2025 11:59 PM

    Are you an inspirational, experienced and dynamic Teacher of Physical Education, who is seeking a new challenge? If so, you could be the right fit to join our teaching team in Hemel Hempstead. Overview of the role You’ll be responsible for teaching students from various ages and abilitie...

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  • Assistant Headteacher

    Stanborough School

    Welwyn / Hatfield District Full time

    £71,665.00 - £78,926.00 Annually (FTE) L15 to L19

    Closing date: 3rd Feb 2025 9:00 AM

    We are seeking to appoint a motivated and inspirational leader to join our Senior Leadership Team. We are proud to have a skilled, committed and cohesive team of staff, all of whom work hard to provide the very best education. This, along with engaged, enthusiastic students and a community of suppor...

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  • EY Leader and SENDCO Assistant

    Our Lady Catholic Primary School

    The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust

    North Hertfordshire District Full time

    £38,065 - £52,475M3 - UPS3 plus TLR2a

    Closing date: 5th Feb 2025 9:00 AM

    Are you passionate about Early Years? Do you have experience in supporting pupils with SEND or leading SEND? Our Lady School is looking for an experienced Early Years teacher who has the vision, energy and drive to lead Early Years and Year 1. We are looking for someone who has experience in SEND...

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