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

Deputy Headteacher - Inclusion

The States of Guernsey, Guernsey

New this week

We are looking for an outstanding Deputy Headteacher - Inclusion to join our team at...

Salary: Grade: - Leadership Spine - £60,310 - £132,228 per annum
Apply by 30 Sep 2024

Assistant Headteacher

OneSchool Global UK Tewkesbury...

Quick ApplyNew this week

We have the opportunity for an Assistant Head Teacher to help lead our amazing...

Salary: OSG London Fringe Pay scales L3-L8 Dependent upon skills & experience
Apply by 30 Sep 2024 Job start: January 2025

Head Teacher

The Unicorn School, Abingdon...

New today

This is a wonderful opportunity for a senior leader wanting to make a real...

Salary: L25-L28
Apply by 22 Oct 2024 Job start: September...

Head of Secondary

Doha British School, Doha, Qatar

Quick ApplyNew this week

Doha British School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and qualified Head of...

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 21 Oct 2024

Head of Secondary (Grade 6 -...

Huili School Nantong, Wellington...

New this week

We are seeking a positive leader for our Secondary School (Grades 6 - 12 / Years 7 -...

Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package including accommodation, private medical care, flights and relocation allowance, and free school places.
Apply by 20 Oct 2024 Job start: Aug 2025

Head of United World College...

UWC Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

New this week

UWC Mostar is looking for a strong, inspirational, and compassionate leader who will...

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 16 Oct 2024 Job start: August 2025

Headteacher

Biggin Hill Primary School, Bromley

New this week

We are looking to appoint an ambitious senior leader who will build on our successes...

Salary: Outer London Pay scale L16 – 22
Apply by 9 Oct 2024 Job start: April 2025

Headteacher

Bohunt Farnborough, Hampshire

New this week

Bohunt Farnborough is a school which is full of potential, and we are looking for...

Salary: L30 - L35
Apply by 20 Oct 2024

Headteacher

Melbourn Village College...

New this week

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

Salary: Starting Salary: L24 - L30, salary negotiable dependent on experience
Apply by 10 Oct 2024 Job start: October 2024

Headteacher

Brick Lane School, Tower Hamlets

New this week

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

Tranby, East Riding of Yorkshire

Quick ApplyBe an early applicantNew this week

We are looking for someone who can take what is already excellent at Tranby and...

Salary: Competitive salary plus benefits package
Apply by 16 Oct 2024

Headteacher

Tes Schools Recruitment, Cheshire...

Quick ApplyBe an early applicantNew this week

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...

New this week

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

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

Headteacher

Kippax Ash Tree Primary School...

New this week

As our new Headteacher, you will provide inspirational and compelling leadership...

Salary: Highly Competitive
Apply by 14 Oct 2024 Job start: January 2025

Head

Homefield Preparatory School...

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

Salary: Undisclosed
Apply by 14 Oct 2024

Headteacher

The Costello School, Hampshire

Be an early applicantNew this week

The Costello School is currently a Good school, and we are looking for an...

Salary: L30 - L35
Apply by 14 Oct 2024

Head Teacher

Belmont Park School, Waltham Forest

Be an early applicantNew this week

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

Be an early applicantNew this week

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

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