Permanent Principal Jobs in the UK

£77,676–£89,842 a year (actual)

Full time· Closes 27 Nov

An exciting opportunity to lead, inspire and make a lasting difference Learn Academies Trust is seeking an inspirational, ambitious and values-led Headteacher to lead Meadowdale Primary School, a…

Posted 9 days ago

£117,624–£136,184 a year (actual)

Full time· Closes 4 Dec

The Avenue School is seeking an exceptional and visionary Headteacher to lead our specialist school into its next exciting chapter. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference to the…

Posted 9 days ago

£85,547–£99,086 a year

Full time· Closes 27 Nov

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated leader who is approachable, kind, caring and driven to join our happy, nurturing and successful school team at Woodgate Primary School. We are proud of…

Posted 10 days ago

£70,275–£81,457 a year

Full time· Closes 5 Jan 2027

The Board of Directors of St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust is looking to appoint a Headteacher to St Charles Catholic Academy from May 2027 to lead this happy and successful school. Academy…

Posted 10 days ago

Competitive

Full time· Closes 4 Jan 2027

About the role With our current Headteacher moving to a new role, this is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious, creative and compassionate leader to make their mark on an already successful…

Posted 11 days ago

Pay not stated

Full time· Closes 23 Nov

The Governing Body is seeking to appoint a Headteacher who: • Is an excellent leader with high expectations of achievement, behaviour and attendance. • Will continue developing an environment to…

Posted 11 days ago

Leadership Salary; L6-L10

Full time· Closes 2 Dec

Part of the Sapientia Education Trust • Salary: Leadership Salary; L6-L10 • Permanent • Full Time • Required Spring Term 2027 Lead a school. Shape its future. Are you ready for the next stage in your…

Posted 12 days ago

£63,688 a year

Full time· Closes 23 Nov

The Executive Headteacher will provide strategic leadership, vision and direction across Harlaxton Church of England Primary School and Denton Church of England School, ensuring that both schools…

Posted 12 days ago

£73,105–£84,669 a year (actual)

Full time

Post: Head of School Location: Courtlands School, Widey Lane, Plymouth, PL6 5JS FTE Salary Range: Leadership Scale L15 - L21; £73,105 - £84,669 Contract Type: Permanent, full time Contract Hours: 1.0…

Posted 13 days ago

£68,691–£79,460 a year (actual)

Full time· Closes 15 Jan 2027

We are seeking an outstanding Headteacher who can lead our school with clarity of vision, unwavering integrity, and a deep commitment to educational excellence. The successful candidate will motivate…

Posted 13 days ago

Pay not stated

Full time· Closes 24 Nov

We are looking for a strong and inspirational Headteacher with a proven record of successful educational leadership. Following our Ofsted 'Good' judgement (November 2022), we seek a leader who will…

Posted 13 days ago

Pay not stated

Full time · Part time· Closes 23 Nov

To lead, motivate and inspire staff; promoting the development of team work and collective responsibility to drive the school forward. • Create and implement a strategic plan, underpinned by sound…

Posted 13 days ago

£81,457–£94,349 a year (actual)

Full time

Headteacher Sundorne Infant School and Nursery L18-L24 £81,457 - £94,349 Full Time, Permanent Contract. To start in summer term 2027 Sundorne Infant School and Nursery is a thriving infant school and…

Posted 13 days ago

£68,681–£93,414 a year

Full time

Dear Prospective Headteacher, Thank you for your interest in becoming the Headteacher of Meadowside Primary School, part of the Green Shoots Partnership. This is an important moment in the school's…

Posted 17 days ago

Pay not stated

Full time· Closes 16 Mar 2027

Syresham St James is a small, rural, Church of England Primary School and Nursery with a team of friendly, welcoming staff. We are seeking to recruit a new Headteacher to lead our school from 1st…

Posted 17 days ago

L6-L10

Full time· Closes 4 Jan 2027

Duchy of Lancaster CofE Primary School, part of Grace Schools Is seeking to appoint a Headteacher Payscale: L6-L10 + relocation allowance, if applicable Commencing: Start date negotiable for the…

Posted 18 days ago

£79,460–£92,065 a year

Full time· Closes 27 Nov

For Firside Junior School, NR6 5NF and Kinsale Junior School, NR6 5SG Part of The Wensum Trust Email: d.thrower@wensumtrust.org.uk Website: https://www.wensumtrust.org,uk • Salary – Leadership Scale…

Posted 18 days ago

L14-18

Full time· Closes 24 Nov

On 1 September 2026, the Diocese of Worcester Multi Academy Trust and the Elements Diocesan Learning Trust came together as one organisation. Our new Trust, named the Elements Diocesan Learning…

Posted 23 days ago

£73,827–£100,536 a year (actual)

Full time· Closes 25 Nov

One school. Two sites. One very special community. Greenleas School is seeking an experienced, inspiring and people-focused leader to guide our successful school into its next chapter. Operating…

Posted 23 days ago

L28-32 (Group 6)

Full time

Headteacher — Lancaster School Group 6 (L28-L32) Permanent, full-time From September 2027 At Lancaster, 170 young people aged 11 to 19 with severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties spend…

Posted 23 days ago

Pay not stated

Full time· Closes 23 Nov

The Headteacher will provide exceptional strategic and operational leadership for the Federation of Dale Community Primary School and Stonehill Nursery School. Working in partnership with governors…

Posted 23 days ago

£75,662–£92,063 FTE

Full time· Closes 23 Nov

Head of School (Primary Phase) Hampton College, Peterborough Leadership Scale L15-L23 Lead a successful Primary Phase. Shape the next chapter. Make a lasting difference. Hampton College is seeking an…

Posted 23 days ago

£70,275–£81,457 a year

Full time· Closes 8 Feb 2027

We, the Governors of St. James Catholic Primary School, wish to invite applications for the post of Headteacher, following the retirement of our current, long standing Headteacher in August 2026…

Posted 24 days ago

£77,676–£89,842 a year

Full time· Closes 3 Dec

DEPUTY HEADTEACHER | HEAD OF CHESTNUT Lead something special. Shape what comes next. Mayfield School, Torbay Leadership Scale L16–L22 | Full-time | Permanent Start: April 2027 We are looking for an…

Posted 24 days ago