Headteacher

Why join us?

Enfield Heights Academy is a happy, high-achieving and inclusive one-form entry primary school and a proud member of the North Star Community Trust (NSCT). Ranked in the top 1% nationally for outcomes, we serve a richly diverse community where every child is known, valued and inspired to thrive. Our vision goes beyond academic success—we nurture curiosity, creativity, confidence and character.

At Enfield Heights, we live by the values of Education, Community and Opportunity, ensuring every pupil receives an excellent education, feels part of a strong and caring community and has the chance to grow into a confident, well-rounded individual. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, collaborative group of educators dedicated to making a real difference in children’s lives.

The role

NSCT is seeking a dynamic, committed and innovative Headteacher to lead Enfield Heights Academy. The successful candidate will:

• Provide strategic and visible leadership to sustain and further develop our academy’s outstanding outcomes and reputation.
• Ensure exceptional teaching, a broad and ambitious curriculum and a nurturing, inclusive culture where every pupil thrives academically, socially and personally.
• Build leadership capacity across the academy and motivate staff, pupils, families and the wider community.
• Maintain and enhance the academy's high standards of achievement, wellbeing and inclusion, championing continuous improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Headteacher to shape the next chapter of an academy already performing at the highest level, while innovating and inspiring staff and pupils alike.

We are looking for

• A proven track record in senior leadership, raising standards and improving outcomes.
• Experience of developing staff, leading curriculum innovation and embedding effective teaching strategies.
• Excellent communication, management and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire the whole school community.
• A commitment to equity, inclusion and the development of every child, ensuring all pupils reach their potential.

Why Enfield Heights?

• Join a school with an established culture of excellence and a high-performing team.
• Be part of the NSCT family, benefiting from collaborative support and shared expertise across the Trust.
• Lead an academy where innovation, creativity and pupil wellbeing are valued alongside academic achievement.
• Make a real difference in a diverse community while shaping the future of a thriving primary school.

What we offer

Our pledge is to offer a supportive, caring, meaningful place to work and learn. Being an employer of choice is our continued aspiration. We offer a range of benefits to our staff:

• Access to NSCT Health Cash Plan, covering a range of healthcare cover, benefits, perks and discounts
• Career pathways and leadership development
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities
• Promote manageable workloads and support a healthy work life balance
• Generous pension scheme
• Subsidised lunches in our canteen
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff referral bonus scheme

Apply now - to be part Enfield Heights Academy!

Interviews will be over 2 days before the end of April 2026.

Shortlisted candidates may be invited to interview before the closing date. Early applications are strongly encouraged, as the vacancy may close early.

We do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted via My New Term.

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact hr@northstartrust.org.uk.

Safeguarding statement

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to undergo safer recruitment checks, including enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and any other pre-employment checks relevant to their role.

Equal opportunities

We are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive working culture that reflects our Trust's ethos of being ‘Stronger Together.’ The Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all. It aims to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

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