Job Description

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Head Teacher

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Hawthorn Primary School
02/01/2026


The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.


Job details

Salary

Salary - Leadership Scale Group 2 14-20 71,330 - 82,654

Region

Doncaster

Job category/type

Teaching - Headship

Date posted

20/11/2025

Job reference

REQ21698

Job description

Hawthorne Primary, Elmham Road, Doncaster, DN4 6LQ

Phone: 01302 535906

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Application deadline: 2nd January 2026

Shortlisting: 5th January 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 12th January 2026 Start

We are a family of schools which values and embraces diversity and uniqueness across our trust and in our communities. We empower our children, staff, and wider communities to be ambitious and be the very best that they can be, in order to have the confidence to achieve their chosen place in society. We will achieve this through strong relationships, resilience, support, challenge, motivation and positivity. We aim to provide strong, ambitious and inspirational leadership in every school so that every pupil and every member of staff is encouraged to achieve more than they thought possible. Our learning evolves and adapts, moving toward our vision of aspiration.

We are seeking

Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for helping every child thrive?

Hawthorn Primary, a vibrant and nurturing school at the heart of the Cantley community, is seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead our dedicated staff and wonderful pupils into the next chapter of our school's development.

We are looking for a leader who:

Has a clear and ambitious vision for outstanding primary education Is committed to fostering a warm, inclusive, and aspirational school culture Can lead, motivate, and develop a talented and committed team Places children's wellbeing, creativity, and achievement at the centre of every decision Builds strong, meaningful relationships with families, governors, and the wider community I

n return, we offer:

Happy, enthusiastic children who love to learn A committed and supportive staff team Strong governance and engaged families A school with a proud identity and exciting potential for continued growth and development A genuine opportunity to shape the future of our school

A Trust that Supports You

At Empowering Minds MAT, we believe leadership thrives when supported by strong collaboration. As Headteacher, you will benefit from:

A strong support network:

You'll join a community of experienced leaders who share best practice and offer guidance every step of the way.

Professional development:

Access to tailored leadership programmes and coaching to help you grow and succeed.

Shared resources:

From curriculum expertise to operational support, we provide the tools you need to focus on what matters most--delivering outstanding education.

A collaborative culture:

Work alongside a team that values innovation, integrity, and the success of every child.


Join us at Hawthorn Primary and help shape a school where every child can flourish.

For an application pack or to arrange a visit, please contact Daniel Smeaton

DSmeaton@empoweringmindsmat.uk