Head Teacher at Cleadon Church of England Academy

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/CCEA/54001

Location

Boldon Lane, Cleadon, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR6 7RP

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£78,702.00 - £91,158.00
L18 - L24

Closing Date

Midday, Mon 11th May, 2026

Start Date

01/09/26

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

14th May/ 15th May

Interview Date(s) 14th May/ 15th May

About this Role

The Trust and Local Academy Council at Cleadon CE Academy are looking to appoint a dynamic and inspirational leader to continue the pursuit of excellence that has been forged by the current leadership team.  If you have a passion for leading a fully inclusive Church of England School this could be an opportunity for you.

We offer:

A happy and caring school family, where all children and staff are valued, encouraged and flourish

A strong Christian Vision and Values

An exciting professional opportunity in an aspirational and popular school

Talented, dedicated friendly staff and Academy Councillors

A supportive team and family of Academies as part of the Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Learning Trust

We would like our Head Teacher to:

Build upon and continue to develop the existing strong practice in our school

Have the skills and expertise to continue to develop the high standards in the quality of education across the school

Model and inspire Christian Vision in our school community.

To further develop our strong relationships with parents, the Church and the wider community

For expressions of interest please arrange a call with Paul Rickeard OBE Trust CEO  paul.rickeard@dndlt.co.uk

Visits to the school are to be encouraged - the following times are available to tour the school:

Tuesday 28th April 2pm

Friday 1st May 9:30am

Wednesday 6th May 9:30am

Thursday 7th May 2pm

To arrange a visit, please contact the headteacher, Mr Scott gary.scott@cleadonacademy.co.uk

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people / vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is subject to appropriate vetting procedures including an enhanced criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will require you to disclose details of any unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process.