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Headteacher

Springfield Junior School

Derbyshire

  • Expired
Salary:
Leadership Pay Range 13 - 18 (£69,596 - £78,702)
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 January 2026
Apply by:
21 September 2025

Job overview

Springfield Junior School | Part of QEGSMAT | Swadlincote, Derbyshire
Permanent, Full-time
Leadership Pay Range 13 - 18 (£69,596 - £78,702)

Are you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of young people, especially those who need it most?
Are you ready to take the next bold step in your leadership journey?
Do you thrive on the challenge and reward of working in communities where your impact truly matters?

If so, we’d love to hear from you.

Springfield Junior School is seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead our vibrant, inclusive, and ambitious school community. With 195 pupils across Years 3 to 6, including a thriving Enhanced Resource provision for 16 children with EHCPs, our school is a place where every child is known, valued, and inspired.

Why Us?

We believe in the power of education to transform lives. We’re proud of our strong sense of community, our commitment to inclusion, and our culture of high expectations. We’re looking for a leader who shares our values and is ready to build on the progress we’ve made.

As part of QEGSMAT, you’ll benefit from:
  • A supportive network of like-minded professionals who share a clear vision and values.
  • High-quality, ongoing professional development for you and your team.
  • A passionate, committed wider team focused on:
  • Achieving the highest academic outcomes for all pupils.
  • Driving social change through education.
  • Providing exceptional pastoral care and enrichment opportunities.
  • Bespoke support from the Trust’s central team, tailored to your school’s needs.
  • Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing.

What we’re looking for
We’re seeking a Headteacher who:
  • Leads with integrity, empathy, and ambition.
  • Can inspire and motivate others to care deeply about our children and their development.
  • Is ready to embrace the challenges and rewards of leading in a community with high levels of deprivation.
  • Values collaboration and is eager to work closely with the Trust and wider school community.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact in a school that is excited about its future.

QEGSMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK. Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be  found https://www.qegsmat.com/documents/safeguarding

Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their preemployment checks.

How to Apply: 

If you are interested and wish to have an informal conversation about the role, or would like to visit the school, we would be happy to arrange this. Please contact Sharon Taylor on 01335 340830.

Further details about our school can be found on our website: https://springfield.derbyshire.sch.uk/ or, on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SpringfieldJuniorsSwad/

To apply for this position, please visit: https://qegsmat.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies

Closing date for applications: 21 September 2025.

Interview dates: 25th and 26th September 2025.

Start date: 1st January 2026.













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About Springfield Junior School

  • Springfield Junior School
  • Springfield Road, Swadlincote
  • Derbyshire
  • DE11 0BU
  • United Kingdom

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A little bit about Springfield Junior School... 

Our school is a vibrant, inclusive community where the children are at the very heart of everything we do and every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential. We pride ourselves on fostering a nurturing and calm environment where everyone feels safe, respected and ready to learn. 

At Springfield we believe in providing all children with an ambitious and aspirational education. Our dedicated staff work tirelessly to create engaging and memorable learning experiences that ignite curiosity and a love for learning in all our students. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum that includes the arts, sports, and technology, ensuring that every child has the opportunity and encouragement to explore their many interests and talents. 

We are committed to working in partnership with parents and the wider community to support our students’ growth and development. We believe that strong relationships between home and school are essential for the success of our children.

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