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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

    Peartree Way Nursery School

    Stevenage Borough Full time

    £49,781 - £52,301L1 - L3

    Closing date: 26th Mar 2025 12:00 PM

    Shape the Future in Early Years at Peartree Way Nursery – Become our Nursery Deputy Headteacher Do you have a passion for Early Years education? Are you ready to inspire the next generation of young learners in a vibrant, inclusive environment? Peartree Way Nursery School is seeking an enth...

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  • Assistant Headteacher

    Laurance Haines School

    Inclusive Multi Academy Trust

    Watford Borough Full time

    £56,320.00 - £59,213.00 Annually (FTE)

    Closing date: 26th Mar 2025 11:59 PM

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  • Headteacher

    Hollybush Primary School

    East Hertfordshire District Full time

    £71,665 - £82,006L15-L21 Fringe

    Closing date: 27th Mar 2025 9:00 AM

    Imagine leading a school where the values of learning together, developing enquiring minds, and fostering kindness, generosity, and courage are at the heart of everything you do. Hollybush Primary School, a small and vibrant community school in Hertford, is seeking a passionate and dedicated Headtea...

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  • Deputy Head (Pastoral)

    St Francis College Ltd

    North Hertfordshire District Full time

    Closing date: 27th Mar 2025 5:00 PM

    We are seeking to appoint a Deputy Head, Pastoral to join the senior leadership team at St. Francis` College.  As Deputy Head at St. Francis College you will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) responsible contributing to the management and leadership of the College and the day-t...

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  • Site Lead

    Redbourn Park School

    Dacorum Borough Full time

    £44,000 - £55,000

    Closing date: 30th Mar 2025 5:00 PM

    About the role: The Site Lead at Redbourn Park Special School will play a crucial role in supporting the day-to-day operations and leadership of the school. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Site Lead will be responsible for overseeing the effective management of the school site, re...

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  • Deputy Head Maternity Cover

    Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School

    St Albans District Part time

    £56,320 - £60,540Pro-Rata L5 - L8 depending on experience

    Closing date: 30th Mar 2025 10:00 PM

    Are you ready to take the next step out of the classroom and into a non-teaching leadership role? Or are you an existing Deputy wanting to get some more experience in another school before making a move into Headship? In either scenario this could be your perfect role. We are a Nursery and Infant...

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  • Bromet Primary School Headteacher

    Agora Learning Partnership

    No specific district Full time

    £71,665 - £82,825Range L15 to L21 £ 71,665 – £82,825 incl fringe

    Closing date: 1st Apr 2025 10:00 AM

    Bromet is a place where children feel safe and ready to learn; it is a place where the children are valued, and their talents celebrated. The school offers a strong provision that helps children build their skills and knowledge over time, preparing them well for the next stage in their educational j...

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  • Oxhey Wood Primary Headteacher

    Agora Learning Partnership

    Watford Borough Full time

    £77,051 - £89,033L18 – 24 £77,051 – £89,033 incl fringe – dependent

    Closing date: 1st Apr 2025 10:00 AM

    Oxhey Wood is a highly inclusive school, where every child is valued. It is a place where every member of the staff team is committed to raising educational standards and delivering the highest quality of education. The success of the school has been formally recognised in the most recent Ofsted ins...

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  • Executive Headteacher: Warren Dell Primary including the Specialist Resource Provision & The Acorn Centre

    Agora Learning Partnership

    Watford Borough Full time

    £77,051 - £89,033Salary: L18 – L24 £77,051 – £89,033– dep on exp

    Closing date: 1st Apr 2025 10:00 AM

    Warren Dell is a fantastic school with delightful children and motivated staff, committed to ensuring the children thrive. The success of the school has been formally recognised in the most recent Ofsted inspection reports found here. This role will appeal to someone who is highly inclusive, ambi...

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  • Headteacher

    Oxhey Wood Primary School

    Agora Learning Partnership

    Three Rivers District Full time

    £77,051.00 - £89,033.00 Annually (Actual) L18 – 24 £77,051 – £89,033 incl fringe – dependent on experience.

    Closing date: 1st Apr 2025 10:00 AM

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