Headteacher

Clarborough Primary School, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 9JZ

20 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027 (or earlier if possible)

• Closing date

  9 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  20 May 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
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: L12 to L18

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you an enthusiastic and ambitious leader who can develop our school even further alongside a committed staff and governor team?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a new Headteacher to lead our school into the next phase of our development. We are seeking someone who is:

• An inspirational and resilient leader who can energise staff, pupils and families through both successes and challenges
• A leader who can build on the school’s current strengths and improve learning further focusing on the school’s priorities
• A leader who can model high standards of teaching and learning
• A leader who has high expectations, aspirations and an ability to support the improvement of attainment
• A leader with an ability to manage the school’s resources effectively
• A leader capable of working constructively in partnership with pupils, staff, parents, governors and the wider community

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• A recently built school set in spacious grounds in the heart of the village
• A highly supportive board of governors and PTA
• A working environment where pupils are keen to learn and enjoy new experiences
• An opportunity to work with stakeholders who have a strong community focus
• High quality continued professional development

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

Clarborough Primary School recognises its responsibilities for safeguarding and protecting children from harm.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Letter to applicants from COG at Clarborough Primary School.pdf - 207 KB (opens in new tab)

Clarborough Primary School HT Job Description.pdf - 559 KB (opens in new tab)

Clarborough Primary School HT Person specification.pdf - 141 KB (opens in new tab)

About Clarborough Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 215 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Clarborough Primary School website
• Email address: HTrecruitment@nottscc.gov.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/clarborough-primary-school

Clarborough Primary School sits in the heart of Clarborough village. It is a single-form entry school benefiting from spacious outside space and modern, bright classrooms.
The team of forward-thinking, enthusiastic and nurturing staff work hard to create an environment that is safe and nurturing for all learners.

Arranging a visit to Clarborough Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email HTrecruitment@nottscc.gov.uk.

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