At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a vibrant primary school, inspiring staff and students while driving educational excellence.
- Company: Risley Avenue Primary School, a diverse and inclusive community in Tottenham.
- Benefits: Supportive environment, enthusiastic children, and a dedicated team focused on education.
- Other info: Opportunity to visit the school before applying and engage with the community.
- Why this job: Shape the future of a thriving school and make a real difference in children's lives.
- Qualifications: Proven record of successful educational leadership and a passion for inclusion.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
Position: Headteacher
Salary: L18 – L24 – Per Annum
Hours of work: Full Time (32.5 Hours per week) considered – Term Time Only
Contract Term: Permanent
Closing Date: Tuesday 24th November 2026 at 12 noon.
Interviews: Friday 4th and Monday 7th December 2026.
Start date: September 2027
Risley Avenue Primary School is a vibrant, two-form-entry community primary school in Tottenham, rooted in a richly diverse community. Our values of Respect, Aspire, Persevere and Succeed underpin our ambition to provide irresistible learning opportunities where every child feels valued, challenged and able to flourish.
Following twelve years of dedicated leadership, our current Headteacher is moving on. This is an exciting opportunity for a new Head to build on the school’s strengths, celebrate our community and shape the next chapter of our development.
We are looking for a strong and inspirational Headteacher with a proven record of successful educational leadership. Following our Ofsted ‘Good’ judgement (November 2022), we seek a leader who will sustain our warm, inclusive culture while bringing the strategic vision, ambition and high expectations needed to secure continued school improvement.
Our future Headteacher will be an effective leader who places children at the centre of decision-making, inspires staff and builds strong relationships with families, governors and the wider community. They will champion excellent teaching and learning, inclusion and equality of opportunity for all pupils, while confidently managing the challenges and opportunities facing an inner-city primary school.
The successful candidate will benefit from:
- Enthusiastic, happy children who enjoy learning and feel safe in school.
- Committed and dedicated staff who are passionate about providing the best possible education.
- A richly diverse and inclusive school community.
- A broad curriculum with excellent enrichment opportunities, including music, Forest School and outdoor learning.
- Supportive governors, families and community partners.
We encourage prospective candidates to visit the school on Monday 9th November at 2.00 pm or Monday 16th November at 9.30 am. Please contact the Deputy Headteacher at mjosephs5.309@lgflmail.org to arrange a visit.
Risley Avenue Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and all applicable safer recruitment and pre-employment checks.
Headteacher employer: Haringey Council
Haringey Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises community engagement and professional development. As a Curriculum Leader at Haringey Learns, you will benefit from a hybrid working model, access to continuous training opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on adult education in a vibrant London location.
