Headteacher

Grade: L14 to L19

Salary: £73,827 - £83,478 per annum

Hours per week: Full Time

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Leeds, North Yorkshire

Closing date: 11/11/2026 at 9am

Interview date: 26 & 27th November 2026

Start date: April 19th 2027

Leeds Diocesan Learning Trust (LDLT) is seeking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated Headteacher to lead St Peter’s Church of England Primary School into its next exciting chapter. Situated in the heart of Leeds, St Peter’s is a vibrant, inclusive and welcoming one-form entry primary school with a 52-place nursery, serving a richly diverse community. With a strong Christian ethos, excellent reputation and a commitment to ensuring every child flourishes, this is a fantastic opportunity to build on the achievements of a successful and much-loved school.

We are looking for an ambitious, compassionate and values-driven leader who will inspire pupils and staff, maintain high standards of teaching and learning, and champion the school’s distinctive Christian vision and ‘We Care’ ethos. The successful candidate will bring proven leadership experience, a commitment to inclusion and a genuine passion for making a difference to the lives of children and families. They will foster positive relationships with staff, governors, parents and the wider community, whilst embracing opportunities for collaboration and professional development across the Trust.

As part of LDLT, the successful candidate will benefit from a supportive network of school leaders, strong governance and a d commitment to Loving, Living and Learning Together. We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit the school and discover what makes St Peter’s such a special place.

If you have any questions about the role, the school, or the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Enquiries and arrangements to visit the school can be directed to: Richard Noake (CEO) via [email protected]

For further information, please download the application pack.

For an application form, please visit www.ldlt.co.uk/vacancies or email [email protected]

Please return completed application forms to: [email protected] by 9.00am on Wednesday 11 November 2026.

Interviews will take place on 26 and 27 November 2026.

Key Documents:

Recruitment Pack

Application Form

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Headteacher

Salary: £73,827 - £83,478 per annum

Posted: 16/10/2026

Closing date: 11/11/2026

Closing time: 23:59 (GMT)