Required from 1st September 2025

We are looking to recruit an inspirational leader as new Headteacher for our nurturing, successful school, which has a caring, family feel. The Governing Body of Hanging Heaton C of E (VC) J&I School would like to invite applications for a headteacher from September 2025.

This is a first-class opportunity to work in our happy, hardworking, friendly inclusive school. Our supportive, proactive and knowledgeable governors have high expectations of capability and commitment. The chosen candidate will also have the benefit of being able to recruit and develop their own senior leadership team

We seek someone with a clear vision for the continued development of our good school. The successful candidate will show a willingness to maintain the Christian ethos of the school whilst continuing to develop relationships with the wider local community.

What our children say about our school:

• It’s a small school with a big heart.
• It’s caring.
• There is joy and love all around.
• Everyone in the world is welcome.

You will:

• Build on our current successes.
• Inspire and empower our committed staff.
• Promote an inclusive environment that enables all our children to achieve their full potential.
• Be responsible for providing outstanding leadership and management of the school, ensuring the safety of all pupils and staff, whilst providing children with a well-rounded and enriching curriculum where learning is enjoyable, stimulating, and exciting.
• Have a strong understanding of school improvement.
• Show resilience, calmness, and the ability to comfortably multi-task and retain optimism when faced with potential challenges.
• Be fully supportive of the school’s Christian vision and values and be committed to developing links with the church, the local community, other schools, and the diocese.

Our children would like someone who:

• Shows love and kindness.
• Has experience with children.
• Is encouraging, smart, trustworthy, hardworking, reassuring, helpful, honest and has a smiling personality.

Visits to the school are most welcome. Please contact the school to arrange this: .

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Please return completed applications to chai.hh@kirkleeseducation.uk

Application Form

Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Pudsey Bolton Royd Primary School.

Start date: September 2025

We are seeking an inspirational, innovative, passionate, and committed leader to uphold and develop the school’s safe and nurturing culture, and to realise the school’s vision, values, and ethos. As the leader of our school community, you will model and promote positive attitudes and relationships amongst pupils, staff, and the local community.

At Pudsey Bolton Royd Primary School, we live our school values. Our three core values that underpin the culture, behaviours and aspirations of everyone involved with the school are care, growth, and teamwork. These establish our moral core and are encapsulated in our school motto: “We enjoy. We achieve.”

We want you to offer a clear vision and strong leadership to take the school to even greater success. You will lead a dedicated and passionate staff team to build upon our existing strengths; you will have a wonderful group of pupils who are engaged and enthusiastic and really enjoy being part of our school.

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to promoting the ethos of the school, who will be approachable and visible around the school to children, staff, parents, and carers
• Motivate, inspire and develop staff whilst also ensuring their wellbeing is valued and promoted
• Ensure the school continues to sit at the heart of our local community and that its diversity is celebrated
• Recognise and nurture what makes our school unique and use this when taking the school to new heights

For more information, please look on our website: https://www.pudseyboltonroyd.org/. If you would like an informal discussion about the role please contact the co-chair of governors, chris.hudson@pudseyboltonroyd.org.

You are warmly invited to visit our school and are welcome to come and find out more about us, show rounds are available on:

• Thursday 12 December 2024, between 1000 and noon
• Thursday 19 December 2024, between 1000 and noon
• Thursday 09 January 2025, between 1300 and 1500
• Tuesday 14 January 2025, between 1000 and noon.

Alternative days may be possible; please contact the School Business Manager to discuss a convenient time either by emailing janet.spencer@pudseyboltonroyd.org or calling the school office on 0113 386 2560.

• The closing date for applications is Monday 27 January 2025 at 5pm
• Shortlisting will take place on Thursday 30 January 2025
• Assessments and interviews will take place on Wednesday and Thursday 12 and 13 February 2025.

To request a recruitment and application pack please email

Pudsey Bolton Royd 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 online search will be conducted. This includes only information publicly available online.

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.

After 20 years of fantastic service, our Headteacher will retire in July 2025. This gives us an exciting opportunity to welcome a new leader to our wonderful school family.

We seek an inspirational leader who will be visible and approachable, building trust within our community while maintaining our commitment to educational excellence. Our ideal candidate will combine strong strategic thinking with a nurturing approach, fostering a caring ethos that drives both academic achievement and personal growth.

At Hopton, we pride ourselves on delivering a rich, balanced curriculum that challenges and nurtures in equal measure. Our approach empowers children to become independent learners while achieving consistently strong academic outcomes.

We’re looking for a leader who will inspire and empower our dedicated staff team and will prioritise wellbeing and professional development while providing clear strategic direction. The ability to manage budgets effectively and identify funding opportunities will be crucial in supporting our vision for the school’s future.

If you’re passionate about creating an engaging environment where children thrive, we would love to speak with you. In return, we offer supportive leadership, enthusiastic students, and collaborative colleagues who share your commitment to excellence.

This is a unique opportunity to build on our strong foundations, bring fresh ideas and make a real impact in a place where relationships and community spirit are at the heart of everything we do. If you are a compassionate and visionary leader ready to make a difference, we eagerly await your application.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a strong track record of working as part of a Senior Leadership Team.
• Lead school improvement and raise educational standards for all children.
• Have an excellent knowledge of curriculum development from Early Years through to Year 6 (this is particularly important in our school where we have mixed age classes)
• Enjoy developing, coaching and supporting team members to ensure they provide the best possible education and care for our pupils.
• Align to the mission, vision and values of the school.
• Be approachable and accessible to all staff, pupils and parents, demonstrating empathy and compassion.
• Have a strong knowledge base and extensive experience of supporting children with SEND.
• Is willing and able to get involved in all areas of school life showing flexibility and adaptability.

In return, we will offer:

• An exciting opportunity to continue the development of a highly regarded, forward thinking school.
• A school graded Good by Ofsted (June 2022)
• Dedicated, hardworking and committed colleagues who strive to achieve the best for pupils.
• A team of caring, committed and highly skilled Governors that offer challenge and support.
• Enthusiastic, happy children with a wide range of skills and abilities.

You are very welcome to make an informal visit to the school before applying. Please contact the school office on 01924 489736 or email office.hopton@kirkleeseducation.uk.

Tours of the school will be on the following dates/times:

• Tuesday 17th December 2024 (after school)
• Tuesday 14th January 2025 (AM), Thursday 16th January 2025 (PM)
• Tuesday 21st January 2025 (AM), Thursday 23rd January 2025 (PM)

Please return completed applications to: headteacher.recruitment@kirklees.gov.uk

Interview dates: 27th and 28th February 2025

Application Form

Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to related online content checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.