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Headteacher
Job Posted: 11 days ago
Salary: £ 53,000 - 100,000 / Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Expire in: 16 days
Job Description
Headteacher (0.8 FTE - 4 Days per Week)
Leadership Scale (Negotiable, Dependent on Experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be working exclusively with a welcoming and ambitious primary school in Kettering to recruit an outstanding Headteacher for a September 2026 start.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Headteacher or an accomplished Assistant Headteacher who is ready to take the next step into headship. If you are a passionate, strategic leader with the vision and drive to make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.
The role is offered on a 0.8 FTE basis (4 days per week), providing an excellent opportunity to lead a dedicated school community while benefiting from a flexible working pattern.
We are looking for a leader who:
Has a clear vision for delivering an exceptional primary education.
Can inspire, motivate and develop staff to achieve the highest standards.
Has a proven track record of improving outcomes and driving school improvement.
Builds positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, governors and the wider community.
Leads with integrity, resilience and compassion.
Has a thorough understanding of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.We warmly welcome applications from experienced Assistant Headteachers who are ready to progress into their first Headship and can demonstrate the leadership skills, ambition and strategic thinking required to lead a successful primary school.
The school offers:
Enthusiastic, caring pupils who enjoy learning.
A committed and supportive staff team.
An engaged Governing Body with a shared vision for the future.
Strong partnerships with parents and the local community.
A positive and inclusive school culture.
A flexible 4-day working week.
School visits are encouraged and can be arranged through Tradewind Recruitment.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all safer recruitment checks.
For a confidential discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact Tradewind Recruitment, who are managing this vacancy exclusively. Early applications are encouraged as interviews may be arranged as suitable applications are received.
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