Headteacher; L24 - L30

Headteacher for 1 September 2026

ISR: L24 - L30
NOR: 685

The Governors of Whittington Green School wish to appoint a new Headteacher who can build upon the significant successes of the retiring Headteacher. Our school (685 on roll) is located in the Derbyshire market town of Chesterfield.

We are looking to appoint an inspirational senior leader, committed to ‘improving the life opportunities’ of all our students, who will continue to drive the school forward to meet the demands and challenges of a changing educational landscape. This is an extremely exciting opportunity for an outstanding leader who has the experience, skill, and determination to continue the school’s improvement and achieve its full potential.

If you have suitable experience and can demonstrate the vision to lead our school, we will welcome your application.

• a passionate commitment to develop learning and excellence for all our young people.
• a demonstrable record of accomplishment of raising student attainment.
• a clear strategic vision based on strong educational values.
• the ability to lead, challenge, motivate and inspire all members of the school community.
• the ability to move school forward, through a rich and diverse curriculum.
• the ability to foster positive relationships and a caring and inclusive ethos within the school and local community.
• a commitment to maintaining high standards of behaviour.

Visits by arrangements are warmly welcomed. Please call Mrs Catherine Swain, to arrange an appointment on

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• a committed and supportive Governing Board.
• a dedicated and experienced Senior Leadership Team and Staff.
• a commitment to continuous professional development.
• strong links with the local community.

Whittington Green School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

Closing date: 15 March 2026
Interviews: 27, 28, 29 April 2026

Further details and an application pack are available online at  or Call Derbyshire on quoting the Job Reference JOB/26/00471.