117UK 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

Melbourn Village College...

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Contract: Permanent/Full time Starting Salary: L24 – L30 salary negotiable...

Salary: Starting Salary: L24 - L30, salary negotiable dependent on experience
Apply by 7 Oct 2024 Job start: October 2024

Headteacher

Brick Lane School, Tower Hamlets

New today

Are you an innovative Headteacher/Senior Leader committed to improving the lives of...

Salary: up to £85,000 per annum dependent on experience
Apply by 4 Oct 2024

Headteacher

Tes Schools Recruitment, Cheshire...

Quick ApplyNew today

Tes is supporting the appointment of a Headteacher to join a School based in...

Salary: Competitive
Apply by 3 Oct 2024 Job start: ASAP

Headteacher

Southern Road Primary School...

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The governors of Southern Road Primary School are seeking to appoint an...

Salary: £85,267 to £98,332
Apply by 4 Oct 2024

Head

Homefield Preparatory School...

New today

Homefield is an outstanding independent day school for around 300 boys aged 4 to 13...

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 14 Oct 2024

Head Teacher

Belmont Park School, Waltham Forest

New today

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a small SEMH Special school within the...

Salary: L14 – L27 Outer London £68,747 - £93,157
Apply by 7 Oct 2024 Job start: January...

Head of King’s College Prep...

King's College Prep, Somerset

New this week

After a long and successful tenure, our current Headmaster, Justin Chippendale, will...

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 17 Oct 2024 Job start: September...

Headteacher

Morningside Primary School, Hackney

New this week

We are looking for an inspirational, highly motivated, ambitious and dynamic leader...

Salary: L18-L24
Apply by 7 Oct 2024 Job start: January 2025

Headteacher - Hummersknott...

Advance Learning Partnership...

New this week

Headteacher, Hummersknott Academy. Darlington.

Salary: Leadership L31 - 36
Apply by 16 Oct 2024 Job start: January 2025

Head of Science

The Hyndburn Academy, Lancashire

New this week

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and influential Head of Science.

Salary: PT1 (£32850) to EPT3 (£48050) plus TLR
Apply by 4 Oct 2024

Headteacher

The Deanery Church of England...

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Deanery Church of England Primary School are looking for an inspirational and highly...

Salary: L21 - L27
Apply by 7 Oct 2024 Job start: Easter 2025

Head of School

ACS Cobham International School...

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ACS International Schools is looking to appoint a new Head of School for our...

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 11 Oct 2024

Headteacher - Q3 Academy...

The Mercian Trust, Sandwell

Expiring soon

The Mercian Trust and Local Governing Body are looking to appoint an ambitious and...

Salary: Competitive STPCD Salary - (L32 - L38)
Apply by 26 Sep 2024 Job start: January 2025

Head of Foundation

The King's School, Worcestershire

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The Governors of the King’s School, Worcester Foundation are seeking to appoint a...

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 16 Oct 2024 Job start: Ideally...

Head of Primary

BC Academy Early Childhood Centre...

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BC Academy International School in Jumeirah 3 Dubai is searching for an...

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 31 Oct 2024 Job start: 01.10.2024

Head - Cargilfield School

Cargilfield School, Edinburgh...

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The Governors of Cargilfield School invite applications for the role of Head from...

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 14 Oct 2024

Headteacher

St Cyprian's Greek Orthodox...

New this week

We are looking for a dedicated, passionate, and driven leader to become our new...

Salary: Excellent
Apply by 15 Oct 2024

Headteacher

Tes Schools Recruitment...

Quick ApplyNew this week

Tes is supporting the appointment of a Headteacher to join a School based in...

Salary: up to £85,000 per annum dependent on experience and qualifications
Apply by 6 Oct 2024
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