Headteacher

Responsibilities

The Golden Thread Alliance is looking for an inspirational, experienced Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher who has a proven track record in successfully leading all phases within the Primary sector. This enthusiastic and knowledgeable candidate will lead The Riverview Academy in its first year after amalgamation of Riverview Infant School and Riverview Junior School. The new Headteacher will continue to raise standards of achievement, be responsible for all day-to-day management of the children, colleagues and resources in order to promote and secure the achievement and wellbeing of all children and adults.

The Headteacher will work with senior Trust colleagues, the school leadership team and Local Governing Committee to provide an environment in which all colleagues and children are enabled to achieve success and to build towards achieving their potential.

• People centred – we want someone who will fit well within the team, whilst having empathy for the countless challenges that our families and colleagues encounter on a daily basis.
• Hardworking and dedicated – understanding the variety and complexity of the role, whilst also acknowledging the extended working hours that are required on occasions.
• An expert at multi-tasking – as the role has many levels, working with a multitude of people, and lots to achieve on a daily and weekly basis, as well as to achieve longer term goals.
• Loyal and committed – someone who sees themselves up for a rewarding and challenging journey.
• A reflective communicator – who loves listening to all stakeholders and thrives on solving problems.
• Fun – without doubt, in this role you are going to have to have a sense of humour!

Above and beyond everything, the successful candidate will not only know and understand our Trust Values, but will be able to articulate clearly and passionately, how these values will be lived by you - every day.

Interested parties are also encouraged to book onto one of the arranged tours of the school. These will take place Monday 9th March 2026 between 1.30pm and 2.30pm and Thursday 12th March 2026 between 10am and 11.30am. If you would like to attend one of the tours then please book by contacting James Kendall, Director of Education (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

For the right candidate, interviews will take place as soon as an application is received.

Early applications are encouraged, and The Golden Thread Alliance reserves the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.