Headteacher

Job title and organisation: Headteacher - Idle CE Primary School
Salary: L18 - L24
Hours: Full TIme
Contract: Permanent - Term Time Only
Location: Idle CE Primary School, Idle CE Primary School, Bradford, BD10 8LU

Closing Date and Time: Monday 9 March at 9 AM
Required for September 2026 or ASAP

The Governors of Idle C of E Primary school are looking forward to appointing our new Headteacher. Governors, staff and pupils are seeking to appoint a dynamic and compassionate leader to lead us through the next phase of our development and ensure that all pupils and staff in our school flourish.

As our ideal candidate you will be:

• Able to embody the vision for the school and enhance the school’s distinctive Christian ethos
• Brave enough to accept challenges, make difficult decisions and make changes where necessary
• A compassionate leader who values others and sees beyond target-driven data
• Approachable, personable and visible as a leader
• A strong, inspiring role model who can develop and encourage staff with a wide range of experiences
• Outward-looking, innovative and creative with the confidence to bring new ideas
• Keen to work positively and effectively in partnership with families, governors and the local church

We can offer:

• The opportunity to shape the future potential of Idle CE Primary and its community
• Articulate children who have a thirst for learning
• A dedicated and caring staff team
• A skilled Governing Body, fully committed to your professional development
• If successful, a relocation package of up to £5,000 will be available for candidates who need to move in order to take up the role

A tour of the school is strongly encouraged. Please contact the school office on to arrange a tour.

Shortlisting Date:

Thursday 12 March 2026

Selection Interviews:

Monday 23 and Tuesday 24 March 2026

The school prides itself on being an equal opportunities employer and abides by Safer Recruitment Practices. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An online search will be carried out  other Pre-employment checks including a DBS check, will be completed during the recruitment process.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.#EXT #LI-DNI