Headteacher
St George's Church of England Community Primary School, Gainsborough, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1YN32 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
20 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
19 March 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: 32.5 hours
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L15 - L21 (£73,105 - £84,699)
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a personable, dynamic, inspirational Head teacher who will embrace the challenge of leading our Church of England School located in Gainsborough.
The governing body will appoint a headteacher who: - - - - - - -
Is an experienced primary phase leader with high expectations of achievement and behaviour, who will further develop an environment in which children flourish academically, emotionally and socially.
Has a proven and sustained track-record of successful leadership particularly in raising the attainment of all groups and closing the attainment gap for vulnerable and disadvantaged pupils.
Will use their innovative and enthusiastic leadership qualities to support our strong committed team and ensure its continued growth and development.
Can analyse and identify where the school needs to improve further and demonstrate their willingness to act in ways informed by our Vision and Values.
Will forge trusting relationships with all our stakeholders. Has excellent organisational and interpersonal skills and the ability and desire to further our C of E school ethos and culture.
Will enhance and develop collaboration between staff, parents, governors, developing effective partnerships with the church and wider community.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you: - - - -
The opportunity to lead an excellent professional team.
A committed, enthusiastic and engaged learning community.
A welcoming, warm, caring and aspirational learning community.
A firm commitment to your professional development and wellbeing.
Further information about the job
Recruitment Pack and Application Form
You can view the Recruitment Pack and complete the Application Form.
You can also request a recruitment pack by emailing cathy.brooks@gainsborough-st georges.lincs.sch.uk.
Please ensure that you address the points detailed in the job description and person specification in your application and any other issues that you have identified in your research of the post.
Please send your application to baptiste.velan@gainsborough-st-georges.lincs.sch.uk .
School visits
We warmly encourage you to come and meet us, please contact the School Business Manager, Mrs Cathy Brooks, to arrange a visit: cathy.brooks@gainsborough-st georges.lincs.sch.uk.
We are offering the following visit dates and times:
• Monday 23rd March - 1.30pm
• Thursday 26th March - 3.30pm
• Tuesday 31st March - 10am
Closing Date for applications: Monday 20/04/2026 12.00 (noon)
Interview Date: Wednesday 29/04/2026
Disability Confident Scheme
Lincolnshire County Council is a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, which extends to Community and Voluntary Controlled schools. Under the scheme, all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job as set out in the job description and person specification will be guaranteed an interview.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Applicants are required to complete this application without the assistance of artificial
intelligence (AI) tools. All responses must be written personally by the candidate to ensure
authenticity and accuracy. Any applications found to contain AI-generated content may be
removed from the recruitment process
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About St George's Church of England Community Primary School, Gainsborough
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 184 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- cathy.brooks@gainsborough-st-georges.lincs.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01427 612553
Arranging a visit to St George's Church of England Community Primary School, Gainsborough
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email cathy.brooks@gainsborough-st-georges.lincs.sch.uk.
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