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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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  • Interim Headteacher

    Warren Dell Primary

    Agora Learning Partnership

    Three Rivers District Part time

    £71,665.00 - £82,825.00 Annually (FTE) Salary: points L15-L21 inc. Fringe (£71,665-£82,825) – dependent on experience. Part time (0.6)

    Closing date: 6th Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    At the Agora Learning Partnership, children are placed at the heart of all decisions that are made, and it is a place where school leaders make ‘local decisions for local children’ to ensure the needs of the children are met.School leaders are well-supported by a dedicated central team, to ensure th...

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  • Assistant Headteacher

    The Broxbourne School

    Broxbourne Borough Full time

    £66,665 - £73,539L12-L16 including the London Fringe Allowance

    Closing date: 8th Jan 2025 12:00 PM

    ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER With responsibility for safeguarding and additional pastoral responsibilities Salary range L12 – 16 including London Fringe Allowance with further incremental progression for outstanding performance Required for September 2025 We are seeking to appo...

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  • Headteacher

    Lodge Farm Primary School

    Stevenage Borough Full time

    £73,819 - £86,713

    Closing date: 10th Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    Are you an experienced and dynamic leader ready to shape the future of an inspiring primary school? At Lodge Farm Primary School, we believe that every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and happy – with these foundations in place, their learning potential is limitless. As our new Headteache...

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  • Headteacher

    Reedings Junior School

    East Hertfordshire District Full time

    £66,665 - £77,051L12 - L18 Fringe

    Closing date: 10th Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    Could you lead a school where every child is inspired to aim high and love learning? Reedings Junior School, nestled in the vibrant community of Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, is a place where children flourish.  With spacious grounds, featuring well-equipped play areas and excellent facilit...

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  • Deputy Headteacher

    Mary Exton Primary School

    North Hertfordshire District Full time

    £53,602 - £60,664Leadership 4-9

    Closing date: 10th Jan 2025 5:00 PM

    The children, staff and governors wish to appoint an innovative and caring Deputy Headteacher to join the Mary Exton Team from April 2025 or September 2025. We are looking for an exceptional teacher and a dynamic leader who will bring enthusiasm, creativity and inspiration to support the Co-...

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  • Assistant Principal / Associate Vice Principal

    The Adeyfield Academy (member of the Ambition Education Trust)

    Ambition Education Trust

    Dacorum Borough Full time

    £69,964.00 - £77,051.00 Annually (Actual) L14-18

    Closing date: 10th Jan 2025 11:59 PM

    We are seeking an excellent candidate to be part of the leadership of the school and work in partnership with the Principal and leadership team to provide an outstanding education for the children, whilst ensuring sustained school improvement occurs in the quality of teaching and learning throughout...

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  • Headteacher

    Cowley Hill Primary School

    Hertsmere Borough Full time

    £77,051 - £89,033L18 – L24 (Fringe)

    Closing date: 13th Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    Cowley Hill Primary School is seeking a visionary and inspiring Headteacher to lead our vibrant, inclusive and popular two-form entry school. Following the retirement of our Headteacher after 12 successful years, this is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced leader or someone ready for their...

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  • Deputy Head Academic (Prep)

    St Albans High School For Girls

    St Albans Education Group

    St Albans District Full time

    Competitive salary

    Closing date: 13th Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    DEPUTY HEAD ACADEMIC (PREP) Permanent / Full-time Competitive salary Required for April 2025 or September 2025 for the right candidate   STAHS is a vibrant school supported by a diverse and enthusiastic community of staff, pupils, parents, and alumni. It is important that our st...

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  • Headteacher

    Roundwood Park School

    St Albans District Full time

    £110,656.00 - £127,890.00 Annually (FTE) London Fringe L33-39

    Closing date: 13th Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    Headteacher London Fringe L33-39; £110,656-£126,623 Full-time Start date: September 2025 The Governing Board of Roundwood Park School invites applications for the post of Headteacher of this excellent school. After fifteen very successful years of principled leadership, the current Headteacher is r...

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    Hobletts Manor Infants' and Nursery School

    Dacorum Borough Full time

    £69,964 - £78,926L14-L19 (Fringe)

    Closing date: 14th Jan 2025 9:00 AM

    About the role Hobletts Manor Infants’ and Nursery School is a thriving, inclusive school with a warm, welcoming ethos and a proud motto: “Achievement for All.” We are seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Headteacher, following the retirement of our long-standing, highly ...

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