Job Introduction
LINCOLN CHRIST’S HOSPITAL SCHOOL
WRAGBY ROAD, LINCOLN, LN2 4PN
Tel: 01522 881144
Email: chart@lchs.uk
Website: https://lincolnchristshospitalschool.co.uk/
Lincoln Christ's Hospital School, located near Lincoln's beautiful cathedral, is truly comprehensive, with over 1,260 students on roll, including over 185 in the Sixth Form. In our latest OFSTED visit in November 2024, we have been graded ‘Good’ in all areas.
Assistant Headteacher (2 posts)
Post 1: Behaviour and Attitudes
Post 2: Attendance and Punctuality
L12 – L16
Start date: Negotiable
We are seeking two exceptional Assistant Headteachers to join our dynamic Senior Leadership Team at Lincoln Christ’s Hospital School. These are distinct and strategically significant roles: one leading Behaviour and Attitudes, and one leading Attendance and Punctuality.
The Assistant Headteacher for Behaviour and Attitudes will champion a culture of high expectations, respect and responsibility, securing a calm and purposeful learning environment. They will lead our behaviour systems, oversee suspensions and inclusion provision, and take strategic responsibility for Pupil Premium, ensuring disadvantaged pupils make excellent academic and pastoral progress.
The Assistant Headteacher for Attendance and Punctuality will lead a relentless drive to secure excellent student attendance and punctuality. Through rigorous tracking, decisive intervention and strong parental engagement, they will remove barriers, strengthen accountability and ensure pupils are present, prepared and ready to learn.
We are seeking ambitious, resilient and inspirational leaders with presence, clarity and tenacity. As outstanding practitioners with a proven track record in school improvement, you will be passionate about raising aspirations and improving life chances. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the next stage of our development within a strong and committed senior team and Governing Body, with excellent opportunities for professional growth.
If you would like to find out more, please do not hesitate to contact the Headteacher, Martin McKeown on 01522 881144.
The school is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, as well as medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" guidelines.
All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment. To comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.
We welcome visitors to the school. Visits can be arranged through Miss Charlotte Hart, PA to the Headteacher, via email to chart@lchs.uk or by calling 01522 881144.
Application forms and a full job description can be downloaded from our website. Completed application forms and covering letters should be sent for the attention of Miss Charlotte Hart, PA to the Headteacher, via email to chart@lchs.uk. Please note that we do not accept CVs. The school reserves the right to consider and interview candidates ahead of the closing date if appropriate. An offer may be made to an exceptional candidate in this instance.
Closing Date for both posts: 9am on Friday 13th March 2026
Anticipated Interview Date(s):
• Post 1: Behaviour and Attitudes: WB. 23rd March 2026
• Post 2: Attendance and Punctuality: WB. 30th March 2026
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
