Headteacher (L8 - L14)

HEADTEACHER

For 1 September 2026

ISR: L8 – L14

NoR: 88

Our happy, caring community school

We are looking for a leader who will embrace the things that make Crich Junior School special, while bringing a fresh perspective and energy to help us grow.

We are looking for someone who:

• Will invest time in getting to know our team, families and our community and can maintain and extend these excellent relationships with the wider school community.
• Will help children enjoy their learning and be the best that they can be.
• Has the ability to maintain the current inclusive ethos of the school.
• Is strong, fair, kind and approachable.

We can offer:

• Children who enjoy coming to school.
• A wonderful, varied learning environment and a strong enrichment programme prioritising the holistic development of our children.
• A strong team of staff and volunteers. A strong and dedicated team of staff and volunteers who thrive on trust and collaboration
• Committed and supportive parents and Governing Body.

Visits to the school by arrangement are warmly welcomed – please contact us on 01773 852384.

Please also visit our website for further details of the school – www.crich-jun.derbyshire.sch.uk

Committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children.

Closing date: 6th April 2026

Interviews: 23rd and 24th April 2026

Further details and an application pack are available online at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs or Call Derbyshire on 01629 533190 quoting the job reference number JOB/26/00619.

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.