Two schools. Two sites. One Headteacher.

Buxton Infant School and Buxton Junior School are two well-established, schools at the heart of the Buxton community. Each has a strong identity, committed staff and a clear focus on children and families. Historically led separately, we are now appointing one Headteacher across both schools, creating a rare opportunity to bring the schools closer together while protecting what makes each one distinctive.

This is a substantive headship for a leader who is motivated by connection, coherence and long-term impact. The role is about joining up leadership, strengthening transition from Infant to Junior phase, aligning culture and expectations, and building a shared sense of purpose across two sites whilst driving school improvement. 

As Headteacher, you will:

• Lead across two schools and two sites, bringing the schools together and creating greater consistency in culture, routines and expectations, while respecting each school’s identity

• Strengthen transition from Infants to Juniors so children experience a clear, coherent journey

• Build on strong foundations of inclusive, child-centred practice, SEND provision and pastoral care

• Work closely with parents and carers as trusted partners in children’s learning

• Develop leadership capacity and work collaboratively with governors and Embark Federation

  
  

This role will suit an experienced primary leader who:

• is confident leading through complexity and change

• can bring people with them through trust, clarity and strong relationships

• understands the importance of calm, sustained leadership, not quick fixes

• is deeply committed to equity, inclusion and children’s life chances

• can balance strategic thinking with a strong presence in school life

You will be trusted to lead, supported by the Trust, and expected to do so with integrity, sound judgement and compassion.

About Embark Federation

Embark Federation is the largest multi-academy trust in Derbyshire. We believe leadership matters. Our Headteachers are backed with support, challenge and professional trust, and given the space to lead their schools well. We lead through our collective commitment to inclusion for the experience of young people and our staff. 

How to apply

Apply via MyNewTerm by Friday 13 March.
Shortlisting: w/c 16 March
Interviews: 25–26 March

Informal conversations and school visits are warmly encouraged. We will be offering school visits on Thursday 12th Feb, Tuesday 24th Feb and Thursday 26th Feb. Please contact Helen on 01298 22499

For an informal discussion, contact Anna Upton (deputy CEO)  at  Anna.Upton@embarkfed.org.uk