Are you an experienced Headteacher eager to take on a role where you can make an immediate and meaningful impact?

We are seeking a dynamic and committed Interim Headteacher to lead two village primary schools in the beautiful Harrogate area. This is a high-impact, time-critical opportunity to drive meaningful change and support both pupils and staff through a key transitional period.

Our Opportunity

This exciting interim position offers a unique chance to provide strategic leadership to a federation of rural schools with distinctive character, potential, and challenges. As Headteacher, you will:

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Provide clear and decisive leadership across both schools.

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Foster a positive, inclusive, and ambitious culture for staff and pupils alike.

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Work closely with the Governing Body, Local Authority, and Diocese to deliver the schools' shared vision and values.

This role demands resilience, adaptability, and a strategic mindset. If you're ready to step in and make a genuine difference, we want to hear from you.

About You

You will be:

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An experienced Headteacher with a strong track record of raising standards.

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Energised by the opportunity to lead an interim headship and manage change effectively.

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A strategic leader with the ability to identify areas for development quickly.

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Skilled in fostering high expectations, professional growth, and school improvement.

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A confident and inspiring communicator, capable of building strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents/carers, governors, and wider stakeholders.

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Focused, empathetic, and ready to make a rapid impact.

We Can Offer You

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A rare opportunity to provide meaningful strategic direction across a federation.

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A warm and welcoming school community with caring, respectful children who are enthusiastic about learning.

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A supportive and committed Governing Body.

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Strong support from a dedicated staff team, the Local Authority, and the Diocese.

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A role where your leadership will be valued and your contribution truly matters.

Application Guidance

When applying, please ensure you include:

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A completed application form.

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A supporting statement clearly evidencing how your experience and skills meet the criteria outlined in the Person Specification.

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Two professional references.

This information will be used during the shortlisting process.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post involves regulated activity and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is subject to:

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An enhanced DBS check, including barred list information.

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Satisfactory references.

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An online search in line with the latest Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) guidance.

Apply now and lead with purpose in a role where you'll make a genuine difference from day one.

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