Robin Hood Primary School,

Leeds Road

Robin Hood

Wakefield

WF3 3BG

 

Head of School

Pay Range: L15-21 £70,293 - £81,441 Start Date: September 2025

The Governing Body of Robin Hood Primary school is looking to appoint a Head of School to work alongside our experienced Executive Headteacher and supportive Governing Body. This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring individual with a track record of successful senior leadership experience. As Head of School, you will work closely under the direction of the Executive Headteacher and ensure the school is managed and effectively organised on a day-to-day basis. Working with others you will be responsible for evaluating the school’s performance to identify priorities for continuous improvement and raising standards.

At Robin Hood, we have a strong belief that success is a journey, not a destination and that to have sky-high aspirations for ourselves and our learners; we must always be striving to be better than we are, all of the time. There is an embedded ethos of reflection and improvement, which is necessary to make strides forward and build on our successes.

Our children and local community are looking for someone who:

• Has passion for learning, is aspirational and skilled at unlocking every child’s potential to help them succeed
• Has the ability to engage warmly and collaboratively with families and the wider community
• Can work with the Executive Headteacher to enhance our curriculum and extended provision to meet the changing needs of our community
• Can lead by example and can motivate staff on their journey of continuous development and improvement
• Is an excellent communicator with high levels of emotional intelligence
• Is imaginative, creative and resilient at meeting new challenges

Our school offers:

• An inclusive curriculum, taught in a modern, well-resourced and stimulating environment by passionate, gifted and highly committed teachers and staff.
• A curriculum which prepares children for the future and is relevant, immersive, engaging and allows every child to make very good progress.
• Children who are keen, effective, confident, independent and collaborative learners, who will be well prepared for success in adulthood.
• Children opportunities to realise their talents and passions, whatever they are and to nurture these through broad and balanced learning and extra-curricular activities.
• No glass ceilings on children’s learning and we see every child, not for what they are but what they can be.
• Close partnerships with parents to ensure that our pupils’ chances of succeeding are maximised. We have an honest, open and collaborative approach to this partnership based on trust and a genuine concern that we all want what is best for each and every child; the children always come first.

Robin Hood Primary School has embarked on an exciting new journey, creating a Federation with Drighlington Primary School.  There are many benefits to the Federation; it will allow us to promote educational excellence to all pupils, greater collaboration and sharing of skills and best practices.

Our Federation Vision and Ethos 

We strive for sky-high aspirations and embrace a journey of growth where every child matters. 

Our ethos of reflection and commitment to outstanding standards guide us in providing an inclusive curriculum that meets the diverse needs of all learners. 

Through passionate and engaging teaching, we will nurture each pupil’s development, fostering independence, resilience, and confidence as they progress toward achieving their full potential.

We believe in the power of partnership, where a positive team spirit and mutual respect create a supportive environment for both staff and pupils. 

With enthusiasm for learning, we prepare our pupils for the next stages in their lives, empowering them to become collaborative, lifelong learners. 

By celebrating progress with praise and reward, we ensure that each learning experience is meaningful and contributes to the success of every individual.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role please contact Sara Harris, Executive Headteacher –sara.harris@robinhood.leeds.sch.uk 

You are warmly invited to visit our school and are welcome to come and find out more about us, please contact the school business manager to book a slot: angela.purchon@robinhood.leeds.sch.uk

Appointments are available on:

Wednesday 23rd April

Thursday 24th April

Monday 28th April

Friday 2nd May

Closing date: 9th May 2025 at midday

Shortlisting: 14th May 2025

Assessment Day: 21st May

Interviews: 23rd May

For a full recruitment pack and application form please email  educ.headteacher@leeds.gov.uk

Robin Hood Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted.  This includes only information publicly available on-line. 

We passionately believe that a diverse workforce where everyone feels welcomed and valued will be a better place for children and our staff. We want a staff body which reflects the population of Leeds and understand the benefits this will bring.  

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.

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