Headteacher (L12 - L18)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Marlpool Federation of Schools

Marlpool Infant School, Prospect Rd, Heanor DE75 7NF

Marlpool Junior School, Claramount Rd, Heanor DE75 7HS

HEADTEACHER

for 1 January 2027

ISR: L12 - L18

NoR: 113

The Governing Board are excited to recruit an enthusiastic and outward looking leader to build on our successes and move our schools forward on the next stage of our journey.

As Headteacher of two small schools the successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead a small but dedicated staff, working in partnership with our engaged and enthusiastic Governors and supportive community.

What the school offers its staff

Our children are at the heart of everything we do, and we are very proud of the way our schools work with our families to support their learning and development. We are looking to appoint a Headteacher to add to the strength that already exists, someone who is excited to mould and shape the future of our schools without losing our inclusive and collaborative ethos.

Governors are committed to supporting the well being and professional development of all staff, a full programme of bespoke mentoring and leadership development will be available to the new Headteacher.

Visits to the school by arrangement are warmly welcomed - please contact us on .

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Committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children.

Interviews: 22 & 23 September 2026

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.