Headteacher

Headteacher

• Permanent
• Full time
• Leadership, L06 - L12

Key Information about the school:

• NOR: 92
• Age Range: 4 - 11
• Ofsted Outcome: Requires Improvement, April 2025
• SIAMS Outcome: Judgement 1, October 2023

St. Nicholas Church School is a small, welcoming and inclusive Church of England primary school at the heart of its local community. Rooted in Christian values, the school provides a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to grow academically, socially, and spiritually.

The school is focused on ensuring that all pupils build strong foundations in reading, writing, and mathematics, recognising the importance of addressing gaps in knowledge to prepare pupils for the next stage of their learning. There is a clear opportunity to strengthen consistency in behaviour expectations, helping pupils fully engage and make the most of the learning opportunities available.

St Nicholas is focused on further enhancing opportunities to enrich pupils’ spiritual development across all subjects, helping them see the meaningful connections between spirituality and everyday life. Strengthening the system for tracking learning in Religious Education will support pupils in growing both their subject knowledge and reflective skills, ensuring their academic and spiritual development flourishes.

We are seeking a Headteacher who:

• Has a strong vision for inclusion and equity, and is aspirational for every pupil
• Is able to build on the recent significant and rapid improvements
• Leads with integrity and passion
• Successfully engages, inspires and develops people
• Is committed to collaboration and trust-wide working
• Is resilient and confident

We can offer you:

• An exciting opportunity for support and development in the next phase of your career
• Committed and enthusiastic staff, who are keen to get the best for the pupils
• Experienced and committed Trust Local Committee
• Happy pupils who appreciate school and the adults who support them
• Great support from an effective MAT team and a collaborative group of local schools to work within
• High quality CPD to develop your leadership skills

Please refer to our website for further information about this role. 

Closing date: 2nd February 2026

Shortlisting date: 5th February 2026

Interview dates: 12th and 13th February 2026

This post will commence in September 2026

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and all relevant pre-employment checks.