Headteacher – Denbigh High School 

Salary: Leadership 

Job start: Easter 2026

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire

Contract type: Full time, Permanent

Closing Date: Thursday 8th January 2026 at 9.00am

Denbigh High School is an oversubscribed 1120 place secondary school in Luton. It is Ofsted graded as ‘Outstanding’, and is our founding school and one of the flagship schools of Chiltern Learning Trust.

We want a Headteacher to raise standards further whilst holding our moral purpose and values dear. We are proud that our students are passionate in their support of local and international causes and charities, in a way that is seldom seen elsewhere.

The role will provide professional leadership and management for the academy in line with our vision, mission and values and to ensure continued improvement and success through high quality education which inspires and motivates in order to secure excellent education for all our pupils.

We offer good financial benefits and exceptional development opportunities including a comprehensive induction programme, supportive working environment and exceptional CPD and development opportunities.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 8th January 2026 at 9.00am. Interviews will be held on 12th & 13th January 2026.

If you wish to discuss the post further or arrange a tour of the school, please contact Amanda Jeffreys, Executive Assistant to the CEO via ajeffreys@chilternlearningtrust.org.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

CVs will not be accepted.

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