Headteacher; L17 - L23

Closing date: 18 March 2026

HEADTEACHER required for 1 September 2026

NoR: 399 (including nursery)

ISR: L17 – L23

A Christian environment for growing, learning and fun

St John’s CofE Primary School and Nursery, in Belper, is a large and vibrant school set in generous grounds. We are looking for a forward‑looking, ambitious, and experienced senior leader who is committed to maximising the progress and attainment of each of our children and the further development of our successful and popular school.

We offer:

• An exceptional and welcoming Christian learning community, preparing and empowering children for life in a changing world.
• Caring, responsible, confident and motivated children who are keen to learn and encouraged to aim high and achieve the best they can.
• Dedicated, enthusiastic and hardworking staff.
• Supportive parents and Governors.
• The St John’s family - a safe and happy place, where we care for each other’s wellbeing and encourage, celebrate, flourish and have fun together.
• A wide range of extra‑curricular sporting, creative, and residential activities.

The successful candidate will:

• Be an inspirational individual with proven leadership abilities.
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in innovative, inspirational, and high‑quality teaching and learning.
• Build on our culture where individuals are encouraged to succeed, and everyone’s contribution is valued.

Visits to school are warmly welcomed/encouraged. Please contact recruitment@st to make arrangements.

Please also visit our website for further details of our school –

Committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children

Further details and an application pack are available online at  or Call Derbyshire on quoting the reference number JOB/26/00423