Headteacher
| Posting date: | 29 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 February 2026 |
| Location: | Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 4BB |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 906e95a3-9086-40f0-a0bd-d3b5ab25667c |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an inspirational leader, with a passion for making a real difference to the lives of young people and their families? Do you thrive on the challenge and reward of working in a wonderful community where your impact truly matters? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
Priestsic Primary and Nursery School is in Sutton-in-Ashfield, a market town close to the Nottinghamshire/Derbyshire border. Our values and ethos are centred around placing people at the core of what we do, developing curious minds and building kind, responsible and knowledgeable citizens of the future. Our large and vibrant school has many strengths and our new Headteacher will have the drive and energy to further develop and deliver our vision and strategic direction.
We are seeking a Headteacher who:
• Demonstrates courage, clarity, integrity and care in all aspects of leadership, always striving for excellence
• Is an inspiring, inclusive leader who motivates, challenges and supports staff to perform consistently at a high level and champions staff wellbeing and professional development
• Is driven by a commitment to meet the diverse needs and ambitions of every child, particularly those who are most disadvantaged and those with SEND
• Values and celebrates a child’s personal development as highly as their academic achievement
• Has a proactive, resilient and forward-looking attitude, with the ability to respond effectively to challenge and change
• Champions collaboration and is eager to work closely with local schools and the wider school community
• Is a highly effective communicator who builds strong partnerships with parents, carers and the wider community
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
• A dedicated and supportive team of professionals who share a clear vision and values
• Engaged and enthusiastic children
• High-quality, ongoing professional development
• A key focus on pastoral care and enrichment opportunities
• A collaborative and effective relationship with a committed Governing Body dedicated to fostering a positive school culture
• The opportunity to thrive in a leading school working in close collaboration with others, sharing and developing your creativity and skills
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged, please contact the school office on 01623 465705 emailadmin@priestsic.notts.sch.uk
• For an application pack, please contact –HTrecruitment@nottscc.gov.uk
• Closing Date: 6th February 2026 12pm Shortlisting: 11th February 2026 Interviews will take place on 3rd/4th March 2026
• • We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks. • All posts in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All posts in schools, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for a job share arrangement. • The County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Are you an inspirational leader, with a passion for making a real difference to the lives of young people and their families? Do you thrive on the challenge and reward of working in a wonderful community where your impact truly matters? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
Priestsic Primary and Nursery School is in Sutton-in-Ashfield, a market town close to the Nottinghamshire/Derbyshire border. Our values and ethos are centred around placing people at the core of what we do, developing curious minds and building kind, responsible and knowledgeable citizens of the future. Our large and vibrant school has many strengths and our new Headteacher will have the drive and energy to further develop and deliver our vision and strategic direction.
We are seeking a Headteacher who:
• Demonstrates courage, clarity, integrity and care in all aspects of leadership, always striving for excellence
• Is an inspiring, inclusive leader who motivates, challenges and supports staff to perform consistently at a high level and champions staff wellbeing and professional development
• Is driven by a commitment to meet the diverse needs and ambitions of every child, particularly those who are most disadvantaged and those with SEND
• Values and celebrates a child’s personal development as highly as their academic achievement
• Has a proactive, resilient and forward-looking attitude, with the ability to respond effectively to challenge and change
• Champions collaboration and is eager to work closely with local schools and the wider school community
• Is a highly effective communicator who builds strong partnerships with parents, carers and the wider community
What the school offers its staff
We offer:
• A dedicated and supportive team of professionals who share a clear vision and values
• Engaged and enthusiastic children
• High-quality, ongoing professional development
• A key focus on pastoral care and enrichment opportunities
• A collaborative and effective relationship with a committed Governing Body dedicated to fostering a positive school culture
• The opportunity to thrive in a leading school working in close collaboration with others, sharing and developing your creativity and skills
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged, please contact the school office on 01623 465705 emailadmin@priestsic.notts.sch.uk
• For an application pack, please contact –HTrecruitment@nottscc.gov.uk
• Closing Date: 6th February 2026 12pm Shortlisting: 11th February 2026 Interviews will take place on 3rd/4th March 2026
• • We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks. • All posts in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All posts in schools, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for a job share arrangement. • The County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.