Headteacher

The vacant post

As a result of our long-serving Headteacher’s forthcoming retirement, the school’s Governing Board is seeking an innovative, committed, and talented education leader to take on the role of Headteacher from January 2026.

This role constitutes an important and pivotal challenge, not only to build on the continued success of Riverside, but also to help shape the future of SEND provision in Haringey.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience across several senior leadership roles and settings. Experience in a SEND environment would be a distinct advantage.

You will be an inspirational leader with a desire to share successes and challenges with all staff, as well as possessing a strong commitment to professional development.

Understanding and demonstrating the skills required to excel at the strategic leadership level in an inner-city school setting, and all the challenges that brings, will put candidates in a strong position.

To apply

Applications should be submitted by email to Angela Johnney: angelaj@riverside.haringey.sch.uk with a subject line of “Riverside School Headteacher Vacancy” and marked FAO the Chair of Governors.

Prospective candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school before submitting their application. You should write to Angela Johnney to arrange this with the school.

The application window will close promptly at 10:00am on Monday 16th June. Applications received after this time will not be considered.

Your submission should consist of:

·     A fully completed London Borough of Haringey application form and Declaration of Criminal Declaration Record form, provided in the vacancy advertisement [CVs or other application forms will NOT be accepted]

·     The application form includes a section to provide a personal statement, with the opportunity to continue onto further sheets. You should provide detail on your experience, skills and approach, and how these meet the requirements of the job description and person specification. Include any other information you believe to be relevant. This personal statement should not exceed any more than three typed A4 pages in addition to the space on the application form.

Important application dates and information

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by the end of Monday 16th June. Further information about the interview and assessment will be provided at that time.

The process is designed to progress swiftly, and your speedy cooperation will be appreciated. Please ensure you are available on Friday 20th June as this will be the only day for interviews and assessments.

Please note: We are required to gather references for shortlisted candidates BEFORE assessment. Due to the fast-paced nature of the process, it is imperative you prepare your reference provider to respond to our reference request promptly.

Per the Keeping Children Safe in Education policy, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to a social media check before application. The successful candidate will then be subject to further checks and ratifications as part of the onboarding process.

After ratification by the governing body, the successful candidate will be recommended to the local authority. The successful candidate will be notified by the end of the week commencing Monday 23rd June, with further information thence supplied.