Head Teacher

Job description

Head Teacher

Salary or Hourly Rate

Pay-range 7-14 (Leadership Scale)

Type of vacancy

Permanent

Work pattern

Full Time

Work Base

Elkesley Primary & Nursery School, Retford, DN22 8AQ

Additional Documents Instance 1

Additional Documents Instance 1

Closing Date

14 September 2026 08:00

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.

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

We strongly encourage candidates to visit the school and see our work and ethos first hand. To arrange a visit, please email the Chair of Governors, Tom Macintosh, at . Please include your contact details and the dates and times you could attend.

Application forms and further information are available on our website:

Closing date: 8am, Monday 14 September 2026
Shortlisting: later that week
Interviews: week commencing Monday 5 October 2026

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches will be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence. References will be sought before interview.
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
• All posts in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All posts in schools, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for a job share arrangement.
• The County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges.