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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. 

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  • Headteacher

    St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Waltham Cross

    St Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy Trust

    Broxbourne Borough Full time

    Competitive

    Closing date: 24th Feb 2025 8:00 AM

    St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Waltham Cross Headteacher Full Time, Permanent Salary: Competitive St. Joseph's is a vibrant one form entry Catholic primary school ideally located near to the outskirts of London in Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire. It is a fantastic community,...

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  • Deputy Headteacher

    St John's Church of England Primary School

    Watford Borough Full time

    Leadership L4-L8

    Closing date: 24th Feb 2025 9:00 AM

    Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Pay Grade Leadership L4-L8 Start Date: June 2025 Responsible to: Headteacher Closing Date: 24th February 2025 Interview Date: Week commencing 3rd March 2025   Our school vision and ethos means that you could be part of something very speci...

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  • Head of Pre-Prep

    Heath Mount School

    East Hertfordshire District Full time

    Closing date: 24th Feb 2025 9:00 AM

    We are looking for an inspirational, ambitious and outstanding leader to take on our Head of Pre-Prep role.  This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic and imaginative practitioner to lead a school of 180 pupils from Nursery – Year 2.  The right person will be a passionate advocate f...

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  • Head of School

    Muriel Green Nursery School

    St Albans District Full time

    £57,693.00 - £63,576.00 Annually (Actual)

    Closing date: 24th Feb 2025 11:59 PM

    About UsRoots Federation are seeking to appoint a talented and dynamic Head of School at Muriel Green Nursery School from the start of the 2024/2025 academic year. The role will encompass day-to-day oversight of the leadership and management of the school, working closely with the support of the Exe...

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  • Principal

    Barclay Academy

    Future Academies

    Stevenage Borough Full time

    £104,040 - £120,524L31 - L37 per annum, depending on experience

    Closing date: 25th Feb 2025 9:00 AM

    Barclay Academy is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as its next Principal. As the educational leader of the school, the Principal will guide staff and students toward academic success, community engagement, and holistic development in a collaborative and inclusive environment. The suc...

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  • Principal

    Goffs-Churchgate Academy

    Generations Multi Academy Trust

    Broxbourne Borough Full time

    £95,708 - £105,420L27-L31 (£95,708-£105,420)

    Closing date: 25th Feb 2025 9:00 AM

     Role: Principal of Goffs-Churchgate Academy Salary: L27-L31 (£95,708 - £105,420) Start Date: September 2025 or earlier by agreement The Generations Multi Academy Trust (GMAT) is looking for the next Principal for Goffs-Churchgate. Goffs-Churchgate is a fully mixed comprehe...

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  • Maternity Cover: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo)

    Strathmore Infant & Nursery School

    North Hertfordshire District Full / part time

    £31,650 - £43,607Main pay scale plus SEN Allowance

    Closing date: 26th Feb 2025 1:00 PM

    We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced SENCo to join our team ideally from 2nd June 2025 on a maternity leave contract.  Hours are 0.6 a week, flexible on days and timings.  All classes are supported by experienced, dedicated Teaching Assistants or Early Years Prac...

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  • Headteacher

    Hobletts Manor Infants' and Nursery School

    Dacorum Borough Full time

    L14-L19 £69,964 - £78,926 (Fringe)

    Closing date: 27th Feb 2025 9:00 AM

    About the role: Hobletts Manor Infants’ and Nursery School is a thriving, inclusive school that embraces a warm and welcoming vision and values: “Outstanding achievement for all. Happy and successful members of the community.” We are seeking an exceptional leader to join us, fol...

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  • School Governor

    Panshanger Primary School

    Welwyn / Hatfield District Part time

    This is a voluntary role

    Closing date: 28th Feb 2025 12:00 PM

    Could you help a small school in a big way? Governors have an important strategic role in the leadership of our school and we are currently looking to recruit a new member to our dedicated and friendly governing body team.    Panshanger Primary School is a small school in the heart o...

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  • Manager

    Rising Stars Wraparound Clubs Ltd

    North Hertfordshire District Full time

    £13.50 per hour / £21,060 per annum

    Closing date: 28th Feb 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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