Job description
We are seeking a Headteacher who shares our belief that every child can succeed. We are looking for an inspiring, compassionate and visible leader who will build on the strong foundations already in place while bringing the vision, energy and expertise to lead our school into its next chapter.
The successful candidate will be passionate about inclusion and have a strong understanding of supporting pupils with SEND. They will be committed to securing the highest standards of teaching, learning and wellbeing, ensuring that every child is known, valued and able to thrive.
You will have a proven ability to lead school improvement, improve outcomes for all pupils and work collaboratively with staff, governors, parents and external partners. With excellent communication and relationship-building skills, you will unite our community behind a shared ambition for excellence while nurturing the warm, supportive culture that makes Alverton such a special place to learn and work.
The ideal candidate will combine strategic thinking with a practical, hands-on approach, demonstrating the resilience, financial awareness and determination needed to lead the school confidently through its next phase of development
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Alverton Primary School
Community school · Primary · Ages 3–11
- Pupils
- 207
- Avg teacher salary
- £46,832
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 17.7:1
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL6 1RB
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- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Full time
- Posted
- 14 July 2026
- Closing date
- 13 September 2026
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