Job Introduction
Market Rasen Church of England Primary School (Part of the North Wolds Federation)
Head of School with a teaching responsibility (Full Time Permanent)
Leadership Scale L5-L9 from September 2025.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of School, who will work closely with our Executive Headteacher and staff across both schools in our Federation to lead our caring, committed and talented staff team.
As Head of School, you will ensure the smooth day to day running of the school, promote high standards and communicate effectively with all stakeholders in the school including children, parents, staff (at both Market Rasen C of E Primary School and our Nettleton Primary School) and Federation Governors.
The successful candidate will also have a teaching responsibility. This will most likely be teaching classes across the school for sessions during the week. Experience of teaching classes across the year groups would be desirable.
This role is perfect for someone who may be looking for a Deputy Headship or Headship in the future. Our Federation has high expectations and we are looking for a Head of School who ensures every child has the opportunity to achieve successful outcomes.
We are looking for a Head of School who:
• Is first and foremost an excellent teacher who will lead by example
• Will support the Executive Head, Assistant Heads and SENDCo in monitoring, evaluating and developing aspects of our continual school improvement.
• Values positive relationships with children and adults across the school
• Has excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Is well organised and able to prioritise effectively
• Will genuinely care about their team and will make the whole staff team feel valued every day.
• Is a team player who is absolutely committed to our six key values of caring, respect, co-operation, commitment to achieve, honesty and fairness which are at the core of everything we do.
• Someone who will support our school values and the true feeling of family that we have within our schools
• Has experience of working as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leader or is willing to train to take on this role.
• Embraces challenge and is flexible to prioritise workload
• Will be approachable and be able promote the school in the local community.
• Will come with good ideas about how we can improve our school and Federation even further
In return we can offer:
• The chance to join our wonderful school and supportive community.
• Happy, friendly children who are a pleasure to teach.
• An enjoyable, well-resourced curriculum to teach.
• A kind, supportive, dedicated team to work within.
• A leadership team committed to workload reduction for staff
• Excellent support from the Market Rasen staff team and our Federated school.
• A highly supportive and professional Governing Body.
Tours for this position are strongly encouraged; please contact Gemma Hall on 01673 842395 to book a tour or email gemma.hall@marketrasen.lincs.sch.uk
For more information about our school please visit Market Rasen C of E Primary School or have a look at our Twitter @northwoldsfed.
Application forms are available via the school website and are attached as an appendix to this advert.
The closing date for this position is 23.59 on Thursday 15th May 2025 with interviews taking place on Thursday 22nd May 2025.
Market Rasen Church of England Primary School is committed to
safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and this post will
require an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
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.
