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Are you an outstanding, compassionate leader dedicated to ensuring all children thrive, achieve & belong?
Could you be our next Headteacher?
About Our School
St Botolph’s Primary School is seeking an experienced, compassionate and innovative Headteacher to lead our growing school, achieve further success and improvements so that all our children continue to be given every opportunity to achieve their full potential.
The current Headteacher is retiring at the end of the school year in 2026 and the Deputy is also stepping down at the same time. This presents an exciting opportunity and we are looking for our new leader to adopt the values and ethos of ‘the St Botolph’s way’ which staff and stakeholders highly regard, whilst confidently leading the team as we change and develop in line with our strategic aims. Early recruitment also provides the opportunity for the incoming Headteacher to be involved in the appointment of the Deputy Headteacher.
We are seeking someone with experience as a Headteacher and who can provide evidence of exceptional people management and interpersonal skills to motivate, inspire and engage with all stakeholders and the wider community.
Why join St Botolph’s Primary?
1. we have a well-regarded reputation with motivated children who are proud of their school
2. we have a dedicated, committed & happy staff team
3. we are a Grade 3, growing school with lots of potential
4. a strong, proactive Governing Board support our leaders
5. we have excellent & effective partnerships with our church, BeSkilled & wider community
Following extensive consultation with staff, pupils and stakeholders, we are looking for a Headteacher who:
6. creates an inclusive & supportive environment which prioritises children’s wellbeing
7. is approachable & empathetic but has clear & transparent communication
8. has a strong teaching and learning focus with high expectations
9. has exemplary leadership experience and a drive to progress their career through this role
You are very welcome to visit us and have a look round. To make an appointment please contact the school office.
PLEASE NOTE: THE CLOSING DATE IS THURSDAY 11TH DECEMBER AND NOT 26/11/25 AS STATED ON ETEACH.
Safeguarding Statement
St Botolph’s CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out; identification and Right to Work in the UK will be required; references will be sought, and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check for a regulated activity (including a barred list check) and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.
We comply with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) code of practice and have a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, both of which are available on request.
We actively support the government's Prevent Agenda to counter radicalism and extremism. We have a number of policies and procedures in place that contribute to our safeguarding commitment, including our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy which can be viewed in the Policies section of our website.
In addition, the school will also be conducting an online search as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates. The purpose of this is to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, the details of which are publicly available online, and to determine a candidates’ suitability to work with children and keep them safe. This check will be undertaken by someone independent from the shortlisting panel and only once shortlisting has taken place. Where any relevant issues are identified by this process the panel will explore this further with you at your interview.
Governors are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from under-represented groups.