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Headteacher

Featherstone North Featherstone Junior and Infant School

Pontefract

Salary
£76,772–£88,951 FTE
Applications close
22 Nov 2026

Job details

Salary
£76,772–£88,951 FTEAdvert says: L17-L23 (£76,772-£88,951) pending pay award
Location
Pontefract
Working pattern
Full time
Applications close
22 Nov 2026

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£76,772–£88,951

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About the role

We

are looking for a Headteacher who:

  • Is an ambitious, inspirational and highly visible leader with a compelling vision for excellence and the ability to translate that vision into sustained school improvement.
  • Leads by example, demonstrating integrity, professionalism and an unwavering commitment to the highest standards for themselves and others.
  • Has exceptionally high expectations of achievement, behaviour, attendance and personal development for every pupil.
  • Is passionate about developing people and has a proven ability to inspire, motivate and empower staff to realise their full potential.
  • Creates a culture where colleagues feel valued, supported and challenged to continually improve their practice.
  • Has a strong track record of raising standards and securing positive outcomes for children through high-quality teaching and learning.
  • Champions inclusion, wellbeing and belonging, ensuring every child is known, valued and supported to succeed.
  • Understands that great schools are built on strong relationships and works collaboratively with governors, staff, parents, carers, pupils and the wider community.
  • Communicates effectively, listens with empathy and fosters trust, openness and accountability at all levels.
  • Is resilient, reflective and forward-thinking, with the courage to embrace challenge, lead change and seize opportunities for improvement.
  • Can balance strategic leadership with operational effectiveness, ensuring the school continues to flourish both educationally and organisationally.
  • Is committed to nurturing future leaders and creating a sustainable legacy of excellence across the school.

About Featherstone North Featherstone Junior and Infant School

Employer name
Featherstone North Featherstone Junior and Infant School
Employer type
Community school
Address
Gordon Street, Pontefract, WF7 6LW
Phase
Primary

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Gordon Street, Pontefract, WF7 6LW

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Job reference
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Original source
Teaching Vacancies (Department for Education)
Employer type
School
Posted by the original source
9 Nov 2026
Last checked by SchoolJobs
9 Nov 2026

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