Head Teacher

Elkesley Primary and Nursery School, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8AQ

44 days remaining to apply

Job start date
1 January 2027
Closing date
14 September 2026 at 8am
Date listed
1 August 2026

Job details

Job role: Headteacher
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern: Full time: Full time - Monday - Friday
Contract type: Permanent
Pay scale: 7-14 (Leadership Scale)

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governing Body, on behalf of the school community, is committed to appointing a head teacher who will:

Be an inspirational leader
Put our children at the centre of all they do
Build on the school's strengths
Bring energy and drive to developing and delivering the school's vision and strategic direction

What the school offers its staff

Elkesley Primary & Nursery School is a thriving community primary and nursery school. The governors are seeking an experienced and inspirational head teacher to join our school community.

Elkesley is a friendly place where children and staff look forward to each new day, in a learning environment that is caring and creative. We want our children to achieve their full potential, be safe and happy, develop a love of learning, and gain the independence to make informed choices.

We provide a setting where children feel secure and confident, and where they are challenged to explore and understand the world around them. Our vision is for every child to excel at learning, express their talents and care for others.

The successful applicant will embody our values and ethos, putting children and families at the heart of everything they do and building a strong sense of community. They will lead an experienced team who are dedicated to helping every child fulfil their potential.

Walk through our school gates and it soon becomes clear this is a special place. Alongside a broad curriculum, we offer a wide range of opportunities for our children, including music, theatre club and sport trips.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.