Headteacher in Northallerton

This is a unique opportunity to lead a warm, inclusive and ambitious primary school at an exciting stage in its development. Alverton Community Primary School is a well‑established and highly valued part of the Northallerton community, with enthusiastic pupils, a committed staff team and a dedicated Governing Body who share a clear ambition for the future.

We are seeking an inspirational and values‑led Headteacher who will build on the school's many strengths, champion inclusion and SEND provision, and drive the next phase of school improvement. Whether you are an ambitious Deputy or Assistant Headteacher ready to take the next step into headship, or an experienced Headteacher seeking a new challenge, you will have the vision, leadership skills and commitment to build on our strong foundations and lead the school into its next phase of development. You will inherit a caring school with a strong community ethos, improving attendance and behaviour, experienced leaders and a culture where children and staff are supported to thrive.

The successful candidate will have the vision and determination to improve outcomes for all pupils, particularly in writing, further strengthen our provision for children with SEND, and work collaboratively with governors, staff, families and partners to realise our shared ambition of ensuring every child can Aim High, Dream Big and Achieve Together.

We offer the opportunity to make a lasting difference, supported by a committed Governing Body, a talented staff team, strong local partnerships and a school community that is ready to embrace its next chapter.

About You

We are seeking a Headteacher who shares our belief that every child can succeed. We are looking for an inspiring, compassionate and visible leader who will build on the strong foundations already in place while bringing the vision, energy and expertise to lead our school into its next chapter. The successful candidate will be passionate about inclusion and have a strong understanding of supporting pupils with SEND. They will be committed to securing the highest standards of teaching, learning and wellbeing, ensuring that every child is known, valued and able to thrive.

You will have a proven ability to lead school improvement, improve outcomes for all pupils and work collaboratively with staff, governors, parents and external partners. With excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, you will unite our community behind a shared ambition for excellence while nurturing the warm, supportive culture that makes Alverton such a special place to learn and work.

The ideal candidate will combine strategic thinking with a practical, hands‑on approach, demonstrating the resilience, financial awareness and determination needed to lead the school confidently through its next phase of development.

We can offer you:

• A happy and friendly school, with children who respect each other and have a thirst for learning.
• A culture which allows all staff to thrive and develop.
• An opportunity to unlock the school's full potential and establish Alverton Community Primary School as a centre of excellence in primary education.
• Significant levels of support from the Local Authority, Governing Board and a staff team who are experienced, committed and passionate about our school.
• A Governing Body committed to providing support on all matters including more sensitive or difficult issues and including the wellbeing of all staff members.
• The school is part of a Cluster where the Headteachers meet regularly. This provides a support network for sharing ideas and best practice.

We strongly recommend that you visit us so we can share with you why we are so proud of our school, and you will have the opportunity to see what we have to offer. If you would like the opportunity to visit, please email Ashley. Dates when we can accommodate visits are 9th, 10th and 11th September - if these are not possible for you please contact Ashley, as we may be able to offer alternatives.

Key dates:

• Interviews: Tuesday 22nd and Wednesday 23rd September

When applying please take into account the following supporting documents: The supporting information section of your application should clearly evidence your ability to meet the requirements we have outlined in the person specification. This will be used to shortlist applicants for this role and therefore it is imperative that you provide evidence as requested.

References: When completing your application, please provide two employment referees.

Safeguarding: We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We have a robust child protection policy and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment at the school. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note this post is in regulated activity and exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS criminal records and barred list check for work with children. An online search may be undertaken as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.