Headteacher (0.4 FTE Teaching Commitment) (L7 - L13)
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Matlock, DE4 3PW |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 16 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 15 Nov 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
HEADTEACHER (0.4FTE TEACHING COMMITMENT)
for April 2027
NOR: 43
ISR: L7 – L13
IMAGINE, BELIEVE, ACHIEVE
Matlock Bath Holy Trinity C of E (VC) Primary School is a caring and inclusive small primary school located in the Derbyshire Dales. Our aim is to create an environment based on Christian principles, such as compassion, perseverance and generosity, where every child can flourish and achieve, supported by the best efforts of all those involved in the school. We have the benefit of a tranquil location with beehives, a trim trail and a Forest School as well as our own kitchen.
Due to the retirement of our Headteacher, we are looking for an inspirational leader with a clear vision for the further development of our school.
The successful candidate will:
• Be an inspirational individual with proven leadership abilities.
• Be confident in delivering cross-curriculum teaching and learning.
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.
• Build on our Christian values where individuals are encouraged to succeed, and everyone’s contribution is valued.
Visits by arrangements are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school on 01629 582862 to arrange.
Please also visit our website for further details of the school - https://www.mbhtprimaryschool.org.uk/
Matlock Bath Holy Trinity C of E (VC) Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Closing date: 29th November 2026
Interviews: 13th and 14th January 2027
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 JOB/26/03203.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
• A strong Christian ethos.
• Caring, responsible, and motivated children who are keen to learn.
• Dedicated, enthusiastic and hardworking staff.
• Supportive parents and Governors.
• A happy place, where a high value is placed on the care and well-being of every pupil.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.