Head Teacher
Golborne & Maxilla Nursery School, London, W10 5TN20 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
8 February 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
19 January 2026
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £84,841 - £94,491
Pay scale
- L16 - L21
What skills and experience we're looking for
Following the retirement of our long-standing Headteacher, the Governing Body is seeking an exceptional leader to build on the outstanding practice of our unique and highly respected maintained nursery school and continue its evolution.
This is a rare opportunityto lead one of the few remaining maintained nursery schools – a setting with a unique character, a rich heritage, and an unwavering commitment to providing the highest quality early years education.
The successful candidate will have,
- Significant leadership experience that has included impacting on and improving outcomes for children aged 2-5 years old, with a proven track record of effective SEN leadership within an Early Years SEN resource base provision.
- The ability to champion an ethos of equity, ensuring every child, regardless of need, makes outstanding progress through a dedication to promoting children's development and learning through play.
- Excellent knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), SEND Code of Practice, and current Ofsted requirements.
- In-depth understanding of inclusive practice and strategies for narrowing the attainment gap.
- Experience of Safeguarding and Child Protection duties, as Deputy Safeguarding Officer or Designated Safeguarding Lead.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development, particularly in early years, SEND, and safeguarding.
- Strong ability to lead, motivate and develop staff teams.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, including being welcoming, approachable and empathetic.
- A passion for and belief in constructive relationships with children, families, staff and external partners to achieve the best outcomes for all children.
- Competence in managing budgets and resources efficiently.
- The ability to maintain the warm, welcoming and family-like feel of the school.
What the school offers its staff
What we can offer you,
Professional support and development
- A dedicated mentor for your first year of Headship.
- Access to a network of experienced and supportive heads within the Maintained Nursery Schools and RBKC Schools Partnerships.
- A commitment to your ongoing professional development and wellbeing.
Strong foundations for leadership
- A supportive and effective Governing Body who will work in partnership with you.
- An experienced, hardworking and welcoming staff team.
A thriving school community
- An amazing school community with wonderful children and supportive families.
- A warm, welcoming and family-like environment.
- The opportunity to lead a school that truly values inclusion and equality, where every child can thrive.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. We expect all staff, students, volunteers and Governors to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the KCSIE guidance. Offers of appointment will be conditional on a satisfactory outcome of the following: childcare disqualification, Enhanced DBS, medical, online and social media, prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references on suitability to work with children.
You must tell us about any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Golborne & Maxilla Nursery School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 5
- Education phase
- Nursery
- School size
- 96 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 5
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Golborne & Maxilla Nursery School website
- Email address
- vanessa.finn@golborne.rbkc.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 020 8968 5622
Since 1946, our school has been at the heart of the local community. We are immensely proud of our history and of being continually rated outstanding by Ofsted since 2008. We recognise that excellence requires constant evolution – our new Headteacher will work in collaboration with all stakeholders to further develop and implement the vision and strategic direction rooted in our school ethos, values and the founding principles of standalone nursery education. The school is situated in an area of high need, with over 60% of our children being eligible for free school meals. 40% of our children require additional support with their learning.
Our children and families enrich our school with a broad range of languages and cultures. We place a very strong emphasis on providing a nurturing and inclusive environment that is genuinely welcoming to everyone. This diversity – reflected across our children, families, staff and governors – creates a cohesive and supportive community that mirrors and celebrates the wider area we serve.
We are particularly proud of our inclusive practice and our commitment to continuously developing our expertise. Our provision provides exemplary support for children with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring every child has an excellent start to their education. Our new Headteacher will champion this ethos of equity, always serving in the best interests of all children and ensuring that every child, regardless of need, makes outstanding progress.
Arranging a visit to Golborne & Maxilla Nursery School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email vanessa.finn@golborne.rbkc.sch.uk.
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