Headteacher

Lime Academy Abbotsmede, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 5JS

31 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  17 April 2026 at 1pm

• Date listed

  16 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £82,654.00 - £95,735.00 Annually (Actual) L20-L26

Headteacher job summary

All of the Lime Trust schools are unique in their context but there is a large degree of uniformity in terms of policies and curriculum. Please see the Trust and the Schools website for more detailed information. Attached is a message from our CEO, our vision and values and our benefits brochure.

At Lime Trust, our Headteachers are lead professionals and key role models within the school communities they serve. We expect our Headteachers to lead by example, and demonstrate the professional conduct and practice expected of all members of their school community. They should create an environment that promotes effective teaching and learning. They will set high standards and expectations in regard to the quality of teaching and learning, to ensure our pupils are given the opportunity to reach their full potential in all aspects of their development.

The successful candidate will lead the school by example whilst working with the leadership team to drive school improvement, promote best practice and contribute to the aims and ethos of the Trust. Candidates should be inspiring leaders, as well as outstanding practitioners who can motivate, manage and build effective teams. You should share our values and be passionate about creating an environment that supports personalised learning and that prepares our pupils for the next stage in their life.

We are looking for a leader who can demonstrate:

Excellent leadership, organisational and interpersonal skills

Optimistic personal behaviour, positive relationships and attitudes towards their pupils and staff, and towards parents, governors and members of the local community

Effective relationship building with fellow professionals and colleagues in other public services to improve academic and social outcomes for all pupils

An ability to inspire and influence others - within and beyond schools - to believe in the fundamental importance of education in young people’s lives and to promote the value of education

The securing of excellent teaching through an analytical understanding of how pupils learn and of the core features of successful classroom practice and curriculum design, leading to rich curriculum opportunities and pupils’ well-being

An ability to identify emerging talents, coaching current and aspiring leaders in a climate where excellence is the standard, leading to clear succession planning

Ambitious standards for all pupils, overcoming disadvantage and advancing equality, instilling a strong sense of accountability in staff for the impact of their work on pupils

Excellent communication skills, driving the school’s vision with strategic leadership, empowering all pupils and staff to excel

Entrepreneurial and innovative approaches to school improvement, leadership and governance

Understanding of the vital importance of internal and external accountability

We are looking forward to hearing from experienced leaders who want to take the next step into Headship. This is a post that has a high level of challenge, but that also offers a high level of reward, and where you will be able to make a difference. You will be part of a dedicated team and will be given support to develop to your full potential both in this role and beyond.

Visits to our schools are warmly welcomed. Please contact Rachael Holland, Director of Primary Education for the Trust either by telephone 07821 303581 or email Rachael.Holland@limetrust.org, to discuss your interest and arrange a visit.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo Child Protection screening, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS check). References will be taken up before appointment.

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.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Lime Academy Abbotsmede

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 454 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Lime Academy Abbotsmede website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/lime-academy-abbotsmede

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