Job title and organisation: Headteacher - Calverley Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Primary School
Salary: L15 - L21
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Location: Calverley Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Primary School, LS28 5NF
Closing date and time: Friday 13 March 2026
Job start: Tuesday 1 September 2026
The Governing Body of Calverley Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Primary School is seeking to appoint an aspirational leader for the post of Headteacher.
Rated as “Good”, in its latest Ofsted and SIAMS inspections, Calverley CE Primary School is a friendly, caring and popular school filled with happy, enthusiastic and talented learners, and equally happy, enthusiastic, talented and committed staff.
Calverley CE Primary School is a 1.5 form entry primary school which has strong links with St Wilfrid’s Church and the local community. The Christian ethos is foundational to the character and life of the school with our distinctive Christian vision and our 12 shared values: service, peace, perseverance, creation and creativity, reverence and respect, responsibility, trust, truth, friendship, humility, community and compassion. We are keen to build on our success while continuing to take the school forward.
We are seeking a strong, compassionate and aspirational leader who will drive the school forward and lead with integrity, warmth and high expectations, who:
- Is committed to ensuring every child flourishes academically, socially and spiritually, and leaves school equipped to make a positive contribution to society.
- Has a commitment to maintaining and developing the Christian vision and values of the school and promoting an understanding of other faiths and cultures.
- Models high professional standards and a commitment to nurturing a culture of care, mutual respect, and development.
- Is able to bring the curriculum to life in a vibrant and exciting way, while upholding our distinctive Christian ethos.
- Engages fully and becomes a key member of our school and wider community, bringing us together in a collaborative, positive environment underpinned by our shared values.
In return, we offer:
- Children who love to come to school to learn, play, and grow.
- A dedicated and caring staff team committed to the children.
- A supportive, knowledgeable and engaged Governing Body who reflect the enthusiasm and Christian ethos of the school.
- A close and active partnership with St Wilfrid’s Church and the village of Calverley.
- A welcoming and involved school community.
- A unique outdoor space, enhanced through our OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) provision.
- Opportunities to work collaboratively within local, diocesan and professional networks.
Tours of the school are available and are welcomed.
The dates are Friday 6 March 2026 at 9.00am, and Friday 13 March 2026 at 1.00pm; please contact the School Business Manager, Clare Hanna, on 0113 2575127 to arrange. All applications will be responded to following shortlisting.
To apply go to www.prospectsonline.co.uk
Closing Date: 13 March 2026
Shortlisting: 19 March 2026
Selection Interviews: 26 March 2026 and 27 March 2026
Please note that CVs are not accepted.
The school prides itself on being an equal opportunities employer and abides by Safer Recruitment Practices. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An online search will be carried out at shortlisting. All other Pre-employment checks including a DBS check, will be completed during the recruitment process.
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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