Headteacher

Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust; Holbeach CP; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses

Confidential helpline

Pension scheme

Annual leave entitlement

Home planning time

CPD networks

Specsavers discount

Cycle to work scheme

Work-life balance focus

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

The Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust invites a Headteacher to lead Whaplode Church of England Primary School, shaping a distinctly Christian vision and managing day-to-day operations as part of LAAT.

You will drive teaching excellence, support curriculum development, and ensure pupil achievement with strong data use. A track record of school improvement and leadership within a Church school is essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status with a successful NQT year completed and National Professional Qualification for Headship or working towards it.
• Significant experience as a Headteacher, Deputy Head or Head of School with a sustained record of school improvement.
• Understanding of Church of England mission and values, with experience working in a Church School.

Responsibilities

• Embed the Trust vision across the school and work with governors and community to create a local vision.
• Lead teaching and learning by supporting curriculum development, ensuring pupil achievement using data, and setting high expectations.
• Develop staff through induction, professional development and performance review, maintaining a culture of high expectations.
• Manage school organisation including development of structures, School Development Plan and Self Evaluation, and resource management.
• Ensure accountability by defining staff responsibilities and presenting educational performance.

Skills

Vision & leadership

Communication

Budgeting

HR management

Strategic planning

Education

QTS + NQT

NPQH or working towards

Job description

Are you ready to lead a thriving Church of England primary school and inspire a community to excellence?

The Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust

Location: Whaplode, Lincolnshire, PE12 6TSSalary: £70,275 - £81,457 per annumJob Type: Full-time, PermanentClosing Date: Tuesday 3rd November 2026

About Us

The Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust is a multi-academy trust formed by the Diocese of Lincoln in 2013. We are a growing and thriving family of schools dedicated to providing an excellent education for pupils across Lincolnshire. We have grown to serve twenty-four academies across three local authorities of Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire, and North-East Lincolnshire.

Headteacher - The Role

As Headteacher, you will drive the creation and implementation of a distinctly Christian vision within Whaplode Church of England Primary School. You will provide professional leadership and manage the efficient day-to-day and strategic operations of the school as part of LAAT. You will lead the school community in promoting positive attitudes to learning, work collaboratively as part of the wider Trust, and embed the values of Excellence, Exploration and Encouragement into every area of your leadership.

Headteacher - Key Responsibilities

• Embed the Trust vision across the school and work with governors and community to create a local vision consistent with Trust values
• Lead teaching and learning by supporting curriculum development, ensuring continuous focus on pupil achievement using data, and setting high expectations and stretching targets
• Develop staff through effective induction, professional development and performance review, maintaining a culture of high expectations and celebrating achievements
• Manage school organisation including the development of school structures, preparation of the School Development Plan and Self Evaluation document, and operational management of resources
• Ensure accountability by defining clear staff responsibilities, working with the local board, presenting coherent accounts of educational performance, and enabling every child access to high quality teaching
• Strengthen community links and promote positive strategies for challenging prejudice, ensuring the school collaborates with agencies to meet pupil and community needs
• Lead as Designated Safeguarding lead, ensuring all safeguarding procedures are of the highest standard and managing the Single Central Record

Headteacher - You

• Qualified Teacher Status with a successful NQT year completed and National Professional Qualification for Headship or working towards it
• Significant experience as a Headteacher, Deputy Head or Head of School with a sustained record of school improvement
• Understanding of Church of England mission and values, with experience working in a Church School
• Ability to develop and maintain a clear vision, lead change with creativity and innovation, and communicate effectively with diverse audiences
• Strong financial planning and budgetary management skills with knowledge of best value principles
• Demonstrated expertise in effective appointment, personnel management and leading educational initiatives

Benefits

• Over 70 online courses to support your development
• 24 hour confidential helpline covering legal, financial and health and wellbeing guidance
• Free counselling sessions and virtual GP with same day appointments
• Local Government Pension or Teachers Pension Scheme
• Competitive annual leave entitlements
• Opportunities for planning and preparation time at home
• Internal and external CPD and professional networks
• Employee benefits from Specsavers and cycle to work scheme via Halfords
• Supportive culture prioritising work-life balance and mental health
• Opportunities for career progression including Executive Headship and Specialist Advisor roles

Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd November 2026 Interviews: Friday 13th November 2026

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