Leadership jobs

As part of a large, highly performing county, our school leaders are able to draw upon a wealth of expertise and best practice.

Hertfordshire offers a wide range of opportunities to gain experience and develop a successful career - find your next step today:

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From primary schools to secondary schools, maintained to academies to independent institutions, Hertfordshire offers diverse school leadership opportunities to suit your professional goals. 

Find a wealth of resource via our Leadership career advice area to help you map out your career trajectory. Discover valuable insights and strategic guidance on advancing your career, including tips on professional development, leadership development, navigating the application process and landing your dream role, plus much more.

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  • Governor

    Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School

    St Albans District Part time

    This is a voluntary position

    Closing date: 6th Jul 2025 5:00 PM

    Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity? Do you want to make a difference in your local community? Are you keen to learn how a board operates and work at a strategic level? Do you have HR or Marketing experience?   Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School are looking to appoi...

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  • School Governor

    Lime Walk Primary School

    Dacorum Borough Part time

    volunteer

    Closing date: 10th Jul 2025 5:00 PM

    We are looking for co-opted governors to join our Governing Body at Lime Walk Primary School. As a governor you will be a volunteer who makes a vital contribution to the success of the school. For most people, becoming a school governor or trustee for the first time is a step into an unfamil...

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  • Deputy Head

    Roman Fields

    Welwyn / Hatfield District Full time

    £69,964 - £77,051L14 - L18

    Closing date: 11th Jul 2025 5:00 PM

    Advert Description – Deputy Head based in Welwyn. The address below is our HR base. James Marks Academy Trust, Roman Fields, Boxmoor House, Hemel Hempstead, Herts HP3 0DF, Tel: 01442 256915 Website: www.jamesmarks.herts.sch.uk Pay: L14 – L18 Start Date...

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  • SENDCO

    Yavneh Primary School

    Yavneh College

    Hertsmere Borough Full time

    £33,075.00 - £50,417.00 Annually (Actual) TLR FOR SUITABLE CANDIDATE

    Closing date: 31st Jul 2025 11:59 PM

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  • Hertfordshire has an enviable reputation both in training and developing its teachers but also developing the leaders of tomorrow!

    Helen Melidoro's story

  • I am looking for teachers... with a real commitment and drive to support and work with young people, to think the best of young people to provide them with the best possible start in life.

    Meet Principal Robin Newman

  • Keep the children at the centre of everything you do. Be friendly, polite, kind and honest. Have integrity and stand by what you believe. Work hard and laugh a lot.

    Meet Headteacher Cynthia Rowe

  • I look for enthusiasm, honesty and energy!

    Meet Headteacher Hayley Yendell

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