Headteacher in Consett

Headteacher

Salary: Group: 3, LPR L14 to L20 £71,330 – £82,654

Permanent, full time

N.O.R. – 180

Required for the start of the Autumn Term 2026.

The Governors of Leadgate Primary School seek to appoint an inspirational, experienced and highly motivated teacher, with significant management experience.

Candidate Profile & Responsibilities

• An experienced leader who works with integrity and enthusiasm and has high expectations of staff and children.
• A resilient leader who is committed to rigorously instilling the highest standards for all members of our school community, so the children get the very best education.
• A strategic thinker with the vision and passion to drive our curriculum forward, ensuring the highest standards of inclusive learning.
• An inspiring leader making sure our children leave Leadgate Primary School as mature, rounded, resilient individuals, ready for the next steps in their education.
• A caring leader who can support and nurture the wellbeing and safeguarding of children and staff in our school and can promote pastoral support.
• An outstanding communicator who has the ability to maintain a strong and cohesive wider school community.

In return, we offer the opportunity to make a difference to the future of our children and to work with motivated, dedicated and talented staff. You will also be supported by our highly proactive governors, the Local Authority and the school community in your role and with your continued professional development.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions, making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

Completed application forms should be returned to EDGS.Administration@durham.gov.uk

Closing date for receipt of applications: Friday 30 January 2026.

Interview date: 3 March 2026

The Governing Board is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Disclosure form.

Leadgate Primary School
Alder Grove and West Street,
Leadgate,
Consett,
County Durham,
DH8 7RH

Tel. No. 01207 610355

Email: p2259.admin@durhamlearning.net

Website: https://www.leadgate.durham.sch.uk

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