Headteacher - Grimsdyke School

Harrow Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community school in Hatch End, Harrow, seeks an inspiring Headteacher to lead Grimsdyke Primary School beginning September 2026. The role requires an experienced and motivational leader committed to excellence in education, capable of fostering an inclusive learning environment. The successful candidate will build on the school's strengths and enhance its community ties.

Qualifications

• Inspirational, forward-thinking and collaborative leader.
• Experience in leading school improvement and curriculum development.
• Dedicated to maintaining an inclusive, nurturing school ethos.

Responsibilities

• Lead Grimsdyke Primary School from September 2026.
• Build on strong foundations to lead the School's next chapter.
• Engage with staff, pupils, governors, and families.

Skills

Passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of all children

Committed to delivering excellence in teaching

Able to motivate and develop others

Skilled in strategic thinking

Confident communicator

Experienced in leading school improvement

Resilient and reflective

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

School: Grimsdyke School

Address: Sylvia Avenue, Hatch End, Harrow, HA5 4HQ

Website: https://www.grimsdyke.harrow.sch.uk/

Headteacher

L14 – L20 (dependent on experience)

We are currently seeking to appoint an inspiring and forward‑thinking Headteacher to lead Grimsdyke Primary School from September 2026.

Grimsdyke is a thriving three‑form entry community school in Hatch End, Harrow, with a strong ethos of Learning and Achieving Together. The successful candidate will join a dedicated and experienced team, supported by an active Governing Board and a warm, inclusive community that values collaboration, respect and ambition.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged prior to application.

Grimsdyke Primary School is a high‑achieving, three‑form entry community school located in the heart of Hatch End, Harrow. We are proud of our inclusive ethos, strong values and commitment to Learning and Achieving Together.

We have:

• a dedicated and experienced staff team committed to excellence and continuous improvement,
• happy, well‑behaved and motivated pupils who love to learn,
• a broad and balanced curriculum that nurtures curiosity, creativity and resilience,
• a supportive and engaged Governing Board and parent community, and
• excellent facilities and outdoor spaces that enrich our pupils’ learning experiences.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and inspirational school leader to build on our strong foundations and lead Grimsdyke into its next successful chapter.

About you

Grimsdyke School is a great place to work — and as a result, we are looking for a great leader to join our family.

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, forward‑thinking and collaborative Headteacher who is:

• Passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of all children.
• Committed to delivering excellence in teaching, learning and personal development.
• Able to motivate, empower and develop others through a culture of trust and shared leadership.
• Dedicated to maintaining our inclusive, nurturing and ambitious school ethos.
• Skilled in strategic thinking, with the ability to translate vision into effective practice.
• A confident communicator who builds strong partnerships with staff, pupils, governors and families.
• Experienced in leading school improvement, curriculum development and staff wellbeing.
• Resilient, reflective and optimistic, with a sense of humour and a genuine love of learning.

If you recognise yourself in the qualities above, we would be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged with sufficient notice.

How to apply

For further details and a chance to look around our exciting school, please contact the School Office on 0208 428 1324 or contact us via email on [e-mail]. All visits will be supported by a member of the Governing Board or Senior Leadership Team, providing the opportunity to discuss the role and gain an insight into what it’s like to lead Grimsdyke School.

Grimsdyke School is committed to the safeguarding of all children, and all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. Please note that only those who are shortlisted will be contacted to arrange the next steps in the process.

To apply visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/102187/EDV-2025-GS-69252

• School visits - Available on request
• Closing date - Friday 13th February 2026
• Pre‑interview / shortlisting - Week commencing 23rd February 2026
• Formal interviews & assessment tasks - Week commencing 2nd March 2026
• Appointment confirmed - Before the Easter break