Headteacher – Highfield Primary School
Leadership Salary: L20 (£86,764) Outer London – L25 (£97,531) Outer London
Start Date: January 2027 (September 2026 start considered)
Contract: Permanent - Full Time
Shape the future of an Outstanding School
Are you an ambitious, dynamic and inspirational leader ready to make your mark? We are looking for a Headteacher who will embrace our values and build upon the school's impressive achievements. You will bring the presence, experience and vision to drive the continued development of our creative curriculum, champion high academic standards, and collaborate with all stakeholders to improve outcomes for every pupil.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to lead Highfield Primary School – an inclusive, "outstanding" three-form entry primary school with a passionate commitment to enabling all children and staff to reach their full potential. Guided by our core values of respect, cooperation and kindness, we provide a welcoming, safe and stimulating environment where learning is a journey for life.
Nestled on a special school site with extensive field space which includes a mini farm, sports area and outdoor gym, our creative and active curriculum equips children with the knowledge, skills and values they need to thrive and lead successful lives.
What makes you the right candidate?
You will be a proven leader with excellent communication skills, emotional intelligence and resilience, and the ability to personify the school's vision to pupils, parents, staff and the wider community. You will have a passion for improving teaching and learning, the capability to manage financial and human resources effectively, and a commitment to championing pupil voice, active citizenship and the holistic development of every child. Above all, you will be a true leader of learning – an inspiring practitioner who energises both staff and pupils and who thrives on leading others through complexity in an ever-changing educational landscape.
Why Highfield?
At Highfield, you will be supported by a strong leadership team and a group of highly committed, talented staff who work collectively to foster a lifelong love of learning. We offer a genuinely supportive environment in which to develop and grow your leadership, real scope to innovate and be forward-thinking, and a knowledgeable governing body that provides constructive challenge and strategic partnership. Our welcoming, culturally diverse school community is one that children, staff, parents and governors are genuinely proud to be part of – and we are confident you will be too.
Ready to Apply?
Please visit our website at https://highfieldprimary.co.uk for further information.
For the Job Description, please click ‘here’.
For the Person Specification, please click ‘here.
To apply, please click on the ‘Apply now’ button below.
We strongly encourage preliminary visits so you can experience our vibrant school first-hand – please contact Catherine Moens, catherinemoens@highfield-pri.enfield.sch.uk to arrange an appointment, we will be holding slots for visits to the school on the following dates:
- Thursday 21 May 2026
- Thursday 4 June 2026
Closing Date: Friday 12 June 2026 (midday)
Shortlisting: Thursday 18 June 2026
Interviews: Monday 29 June 2026
Additionally, we strongly encourage you to review the Highfield’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy which is available on our website: Safeguarding-and-Child-Protection-Policy-Nov-2025.pdf
Please note CVs are not accepted.