
Salary: Up to L29
Contract: Full time, permanent
Location: Elements Academy, Rotherham (with leadership responsibility for Elevate, Herringthorpe)
Start date: September 2026 or earlier
Closing date: Tuesday 27 January 2026 at 9:00am
This is an exciting opportunity to join Ethos Academy Trust, where we aim to deliver the very best educational experiences for pupils across the primary and secondary age range.
Our academies are welcoming, calm and purposeful and, within a nurturing ethos, our learners are stretched academically, supported pastorally and developed socially and emotionally.
We are looking to appoint an inspirational Headteacher to join our passionate and hardworking team at Elements Academy, based in Rotherham, supporting young people with a range of social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
We are seeking a leader with drive, clarity and moral purpose. Someone who will set ambitious standards for staff and pupils. Someone who has the strategic grip, professional credibility and personal warmth to create a thriving school community. You will build strong relationships, raise achievement, secure excellent teaching and ensure pupils have a rich, positive school experience.
You will work closely with the CEO, Trust Executive Team and Board of Trustees to deliver our shared vision. You will lead school improvement with precision and pace. You will champion strong safeguarding practice and promote a culture where pupils feel safe, respected and valued.
Above all, you will believe in the power of education to transform lives.
If you are looking for a new and rewarding challenge in education and you are committed and passionate to making a difference, then we look forward to hearing from you.

To apply for this role, please click below to complete the expression of interest form and access the job pack and application details.
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