Overview
Headteacher – Riversdale Primary School – Greater London
Salary: £86,566 – £98,737 per annum (L17-L23)
Job Introduction
Required for September 2026
Are you looking for an opportunity to bring new ideas and make a real difference to the future of a wonderful group of children?
We are looking for a motivated, caring, experienced and inspirational teaching professional.
Who are we?
We are a nurturing and inclusive accredited Rights Respecting School. We have a strong ethos that celebrates our wide multi-cultural diversity. Our children are happy, very well behaved, eager to learn and supportive of each other. We offer a dynamic and highly skilled Senior Leadership Team, passionate and dedicated staff, supportive governors and parents. We aspire to improve continuously the quality of education, as well as developing well rounded and thoughtful individuals.
Who are you?
You should be a highly motivated leader who can inspire colleagues and pupils alike to achieve the highest standards. You must be innovative and have experience of strategic decision-making, with a proven track record in raising pupil attainment.
What can we offer?
- Wonderful children and families who deserve the very best
- A nurturing, ambitious and values led school where children are encouraged to thrive and succeed in all aspects of their development
- An experienced and very talented leadership team, committed teachers and loyal and effective administrative and support staff
- A widely respected resource base with an accreditation as a Flagship School for the Inclusion Quality Mark
- Opportunity to have a mentor – to coach and support as required
- Excellent support from the Local Authority
If you are excited by this opportunity then we highly recommend that you come and meet us to find out more.
For further information, or to arrange a school visit, please contact Svenja Taylor in the office at Riversdale Primary School on 020 8874 6904 or email staylor@riversdaleschool.org.uk.
An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below.
Alternatively, please contact Naomi McLean-Johnson our HR Officer, on 07974125281 or email: csschools@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk to receive an application pack or with enquiries regarding the application process.
Completed applications should be submitted to: csschools@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk.
Please call 020 8871 8270 or email csschools@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk and confirm the receipt of your application
Closing Date: Friday 27th February 2026 (at midnight)
Shortlisting: Monday 2nd March 2026
Interviews: Monday 9th March 2026.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to a DBS check.
CVs are not accepted.
Riversdale Primary School
302a Merton Road,
Wandsworth, London
SW18 5JP
Tel: 020 8874 6904
Interim Head – Steven Sousa
Website: www.riversdaleprimaryschool.co.uk
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