Vacancies
HEADTEACHER
Full Time / Permanent
Leadership Scale L18-24
Required September 2025
At Holy Trinity School we have a strong belief encompassed in our motto: The Best for every child, a unique child of God. Therefore, the Governors are looking for an inspirational, passionate and committed Headteacher, who will join us on the next stage of our journey, which is to ensure that Cookridge Holy Trinity C of E (A) Primary School continues to grow and thrive as we provide broad and rich learning experiences for all our children, rooted in our Christian Values.
Holy Trinity is a two-form entry school with 400 pupils on roll situated in a residential area on the north-western border of the city of Leeds. We have strong links to our parish church and the local community.
What we are looking for:
We want you as Headteacher to offer a clear vision and strong leadership to take the school to the next level, as you inspire, challenge and motivate a dedicated and passionate staff team, building on our existing strengths, as well as bringing new ideas to develop outstanding teaching and learning.
You will bring experience of focused, successful and sustained school improvement, as you work closely with Governors and Senior Leaders in the assessment, monitoring and evaluation of pupils’ progress, attainment and wellbeing. You will also help to sustain and develop the school’s Christian ethos as you continue to build upon the very good and well-established links with both Holy Trinity Church and the community.
Applicants, therefore, must recognise the distinctive aims and ethos of a Church of England Aided School and should be a committed communicant member of the Church of England or other mainstream domination. (Equality Act 2010 occupational requirement).
We can offer you in return:
Dedicated and hard-working staff, who have high standards and expectations for all students.
Children who are enthusiastic, confident, and endlessly curious.
Parents who are advocates for the school and are keen to support their children’s learning.
Supportive Governors who are aspirational for the school.
Commitment to safeguarding
Holy Trinity 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.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the School Business Manager, Mrs. Tracy Atkinson, on the school telephone number, to arrange a suitable time.
Closing date: Monday 24 February 2025, 12.00 noon Shortlisting date: Week commencing 3rd March
Interview dates: Thursday 13th and Friday 14th March 2025
Cookridge Holy Trinity C of E (A) Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all our children and young people and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.