Head teacher, Durham DH1

HEADTEACHER
Salary: Group 2, LPR L13 to L19 (£69,596 to £80,655)
Permanent, full time
N.O.R. 282
Required for 1 September 2026.

Pupil and Governors are seeking to appoint a committed, experienced and enthusiastic teacher with senior management experience to lead our happy and friendly school.

As a school we can offer:

• A warm and welcoming environment where pupils feel safe
• Pupils at the heart of everything we do
• A dedicated staff team and a supportive Governing Board
• Inclusive provision and practice
• Positive home/school relationships
• High aspirations for every pupil and member of staff
• Continuous Professional Development

We are looking for someone to join our school who:

• Is an experienced leader who shares our commitment to high quality education
• Is a values driven leader
• Holds a deep commitment to Safeguarding
• Has the ability to build collaborative working relationships with all stakeholders
• Dedicated to providing a meaningful impact on the progress of all pupils
• Can make a difference

Applicants will need to provide leadership of a high quality in the academic, pastoral and management fields and be able to show evidence of the successful implementation of change.

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

Closing date for receipt of applications: Wednesday 18 February 2026 at 12 noon
Interview date: Tuesday 17 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.

Shotton Primary School
Grange Terrace
Shotton Colliery
County Durham
DH6 2JP

Tel: 0191 5262006
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