Head Teacher – The Gleddings

For April or September 2026

The Gleddings School, an integral part of Forfar Education, is looking for a new leader to build on past successes and to be a proactive and visionary force in meeting future challenges and opportunities whilst also being a visible figurehead for the School in the local community.

Located in Halifax, West Yorkshire, The Gleddings is a thriving, non-selective, independent prep school educating around 220 children from 6 months to 11 years. Over the last 60 years, The Gleddings has grown into a respected and progressive school which continues to provide an exceptional education rooted in tradition and community. Pupils at The Gleddings are equipped to take their place in a multi-cultural society as confident, polite, compassionate and tolerant individuals, qualities which very much reflect the ethos of the School. With long waiting lists for years to come, The Gleddings delivers a holistic approach to each child’s education, giving every child, regardless of ability, the opportunity to develop skills, confidence and self-esteem, thereby achieving each child’s full potential.

The Forfar Education Group, which owns and governs the School, is ambitious for growth.  As an organisation, it looks to recruit talented and ambitious individuals who will share its forward-thinking and entrepreneurial spirit.  Founded in 2016 by CEO John Forsyth, Forfar Education is a family business specialising in the education of children and with an ethos of being: honest, transparent, hardworking and putting the needs of the child first.  

This is a tremendous opportunity for an experienced or aspiring Head to pick up the reins of a popular and successful school and to lead it on the next exciting phase of its journey. In an unpredictable educational, political, economic and social landscape, the role will suit a strong a resilient leader who is able to adapt to, and effectively manage, change. 

Applications for this role will be considered as they are received. Candidates are therefore encouraged to submit their applications at the earliest opportunity.

Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics to arrange an informal and confidential discussion about the role: 

Louisa Barham, Search Consultant: louisabarham@rsacademics.com  

Angela Short, Head of Search: angelashort@rsacademics.com 

You should submit: 

• A completed online application form
• A covering letter addressed to Mr John Forsyth, CEO of the Forfar Education Group and Chair of Governors. The letter should be a maximum of two pages and should explain your reasons for applying and outline your suitability for the role.

If you have any queries relating to uploading your application documents, please contact Alison Hooper, Project Coordinator, at applications@rsacademics.com. Alison can also be reached by calling +44 (0) 204 6269 791.

The Forfar Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

The safeguarding responsibilities of this post are detailed in the candidate information brochure.

RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.