Headteacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities and professional CP

Confidential helpline

Counselling sessions

Pension scheme (LG/Teachers)

Annual leave entitlements

Planning time at home

Professional networks

Job summary

Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust is seeking an inspirational Headteacher for Whaplode Church of England Primary School to drive a Christian vision and high educational standards. You will provide professional leadership, manage day-to-day operations, and work across the Trust to raise pupil achievement.

You will lead curriculum development, develop staff, handle safeguarding, finance and governance, and foster community links.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Embed the Trust vision across the school and work with governors and community
• Lead teaching and learning by supporting curriculum development and data-driven progress
• Develop staff through induction, professional development and performance reviews
• Manage school organisation including School Development Plan and resource management
• Ensure accountability with clear staff responsibilities and reporting educational performance
• Strengthen community links and collaborate with agencies to meet pupil needs
• Lead as Designated Safeguarding Lead and manage the Single Central Record

Skills

School leadership

Financial planning

Communication

Church of England values

Change leadership

Safeguarding leadership

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH)

Job description

Location: Whaplode, Lincolnshire, PE12 6TS
Salary: £70,275 - £81,457 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Closing 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

Interviews:

Friday 13th November 2026

Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd November 2026