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Head of School

locationYork
remoteOn-Site
ExpiresExpires: Expiring in less than 2 weeks
Education

NON CYC VACANCY

SCHOOL VACANCY

Heworth CE Primary School has an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and talented classroom practitioner, with leadership experience, ready to take their first step into a headship role.

We are seeking a passionate and driven teacher who will help build on the school’s many strengths and play a key role in shaping its future. Working collaboratively with the Executive Headteacher, the Head of School will support the continued growth of the school, ensuring it continues to thrive.

Heworth is a small, welcoming and ambitious Church of England primary school at the heart of its local community within the Heworth area of York. Our pupils are well behaved, enthusiastic and eager to learn. Staff work within a nurturing and supportive environment where every child is encouraged to succeed.

The role offers a unique and supportive pathway into headship, with the successful candidate benefitting from the guidance and support of both an Executive Headteacher and wider Trust Leaders.

The post holder will also have access to professional development through the Pathfinder Leadership Academy and Flourishing Leaders Programme, alongside wider training delivered by both Pathfinder Multi Academy Trust and Pathfinder Teaching School Hub.

Pathfinder Multi Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Enhanced DBS check required.

As part of our due diligence process an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. These checks are carried out to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. If you wish further information regarding these checks please contact 01904 806000.

An application form and further details are available to download from the Pathfinder website: https://pathfinder.academy/careers/vacancies/

To apply for this role, please submit a completed application form via post or email to:

Mr A Daly, Chief Executive Officer
Pathfinder Multi Academy Trust
Archbishop Holgate’s School
Hull Road, York, YO10 5ZA

Email: recruitment@pmat.academy

Closing date: Wednesday 14 October 2026 at 12 midnight

Interview date: Wednesday 21 October 2026

City of York Council (CYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools, academies and external organisations (third parties). CYC are not responsible for the recruitment and employment practices of these third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment or employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.