209UK and International headteacher jobs

With a range of headteacher positions in the UK and in international schools, Tes Jobs is the first place for those looking to take their leadership career to the next level. We have hundreds of headteacher jobs in state and independent schools from primary, secondary to further education.

Whether you’re an experienced headteacher looking for a new challenge or a leader looking to step into headship, Tes is the first choice for schools looking to recruit senior leaders. Search for roles near you by tailoring your search and add your favourite vacancies to My Jobs. You can set an email alert so that new roles are sent straight to your inbox and by completing your career profile you can let your future employer come to you.

Becoming a headteacher

Although you no longer require a qualification to become a headteacher, many aspiring UK heads still choose to take the National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH). You will need extensive experience as a teacher with extra responsibilities managing school-wide programmes.

Latest jobs

Headteacher

Nova Primary Academy, Peterborough

New this week

An exciting opportunity for an aspirational leader has arisen within Peterborough...

Salary: Leadership
Apply by 22 Apr 2024 Job start: September...

Headteacher

Heworth Grange, Gateshead

New this week

Heworth Grange School are looking to recruit a Headteacher to join our motivated...

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 22 Apr 2024

Head of School

Lotus School, Blackpool

New this week

This is an exciting opportunity to lead Lotus, a secondary school for young people...

Salary: L19 - L24
Apply by 22 Apr 2024 Job start: 1st...

Headteacher

Elms Bank Specialist Arts College...

New this week

The trust, on behalf of Elms Bank School and College, are seeking to appoint an...

Salary: Leadership Scale
Apply by 11 Apr 2024 Job start: September...

Headteacher

Cheetwood Community Primary...

New this week

Governors are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, dedicated and inspirational...

Salary: Leadership 15 - 21
Apply by 6 May 2024 Job start: September...

Headteacher

Alperton Community School, Brent

New today

Job Title: Headteacher Salary range: Enhanced Inner London Leadership Scale L37 -...

Salary: Enhanced Inner London Leadership Scale L37 - L47 (£123,168 - £151,035)
Apply by 15 Apr 2024 Job start: 1 September...

Head Teacher

Castle Donington College...

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Following on from the very successful leadership of the existing Headteacher, we are...

Salary: ISR range L23 to L29 (£81,070 to £93,902 per annum)
Apply by 25 Apr 2024 Job start: 27th August...

Headteacher

Alfriston School, Buckinghamshire

New this week

We are seeking a skilled & motivated individual with the commitment to fostering an...

Salary: Leadership Group 5, £73,034 - £98,935 + £6,542 Non-Residential Headteacher Allowance
Apply by 13 May 2024 Job start: September...

Executive Headteacher

Evercreech Church of England...

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We are seeking an inspirational Executive Headteacher to lead a strong team across...

Salary: Group 2, L15 – L21
Apply by 1 May 2024 Job start: September...

Principal

Eden Boys' School, Birmingham...

New this week

Do you want to play your part in delivering outstanding learning and teaching to...

Salary: (L26-L35)
Apply by 21 Apr 2024 Job start: 01...

Head of School

Oaklands School, Hounslow

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We are currently looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Head of School for our...

Salary: Hounslow Leadership Pay Range L22 – L26
Apply by 22 Apr 2024 Job start: September...

Principal

Sunnyside Primary Academy...

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We are seeking a new leader to join our warm and friendly school that has been rated...

Salary: L18-L24
Apply by 25 Apr 2024 Job start: September...

Principal

John Port Spencer Academy...

New this week

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced leader to the position...

Salary: L33-39 (£103,578 to £119,920 per annum)
Apply by 17 Apr 2024 Job start: September...

Trust Primary Headteacher:...

Greater Manchester Academies...

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We’re looking for a primary leader with successful experience as a headteacher or...

Salary: L14 - L20
Apply by 15 Apr 2024 Job start: September...

Headteacher Whitehall Park...

Whitehall Park School, Islington

New this week

Whitehall Park & BPET now look to appoint an inspiring and collaborative new...

Salary: Salary: L14 – L24 (£74,295 - £92,002) and performance related bonus
Apply by 29 Apr 2024 Job start: September...

Headteacher

Unity College, Buckinghamshire

Quick ApplyNew this week

What makes Unity College special is our staff's ability to foster excellent working...

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 21 Apr 2024

Assistant Princpal, College...

Riddlesdown Collegiate, Croydon

Quick ApplyNew this week

Riddlesdown Collegiate is looking for an enthusiastic and committed Assistant...

Salary: L17 £73,718 – L21 £80,944
Apply by 22 Apr 2024 Job start: September...

Director of Primary Education

Mulberry Schools Trust, Tower...

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We are seeking a Director of Primary Education to join our Trust and lead our...

Salary: Generous, competitive and commensurate with experience
Apply by 18 Apr 2024 Job start: 1st...