104UK 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.

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Head of Secondary School

Budapest British International...

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Head of Secondary School – Budapest British International School (BBIS) Join BBIS...

Salary: Undisclosed

Apply by 10 Jan 2025 Job start: August 11th...

Headteacher

Blessed Dominic Catholic Primary...

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Blessed Dominic Catholic Primary School is a vibrant, fully subscribed two form...

Salary: Group 3 L18 - L24 (£79,360- £91,602) + up to 25% for an exceptional, experienced candidate)

Apply by 27 Jan 2025 Job start: April or...

Programme Director (Cambridge)

ISSOS Summer Schools, Cambridge

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The Programme Director leads our team of teaching and non-teaching staff in...

Salary: Fixed rate for fixed term contract

Apply by 31 Mar 2025 Job start: 4th July -...

Programme Director (St...

ISSOS Summer Schools, St Andrews

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The Programme Director leads our team of teaching and non-teaching staff in...

Salary: Fixed payment for fixed term contract

Apply by 31 Mar 2025 Job start: 25th June -...

Head of Primary

Muscat International School, by...

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Head of Primary

Salary: Undisclosed

Apply by 19 Jan 2025 Job start: August 2025

Head of Prep

Brighton College, Vietnam (Hanoi)...

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Brighton College Vietnam is seeking a dedicated and visionary leader to join our...

Salary: A competitive salary on the College leadership scale

Apply by 10 Jan 2025 Job start: July/August...

Headteacher

Suffolk County Council, Suffolk

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The governing body, staff, pupils, and parents are seeking a dynamic and visionary...

Salary: £65,286 - £75,674 per annum

Apply by 13 Jan 2025 Job start: Required...

Associate Director of...

Harrow International Management...

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An outstanding opportunity to join the Group-wide Education Team of AISL Harrow -...

Salary: Generous package including competitive salary, performance related annual bonus, accommodation allowance, annual flights allowance, private medical cover, remission on school fees and further benefits.

Apply by 13 Jan 2025 Job start: 1 August...