Headteacher
| Posting date: | 04 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 February 2026 |
| Location: | Poole, Dorset, BH14 8JX |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 228c6562-4fb7-4c2f-9bf9-c7f26844e7d4 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Lilliput CE Infant School is thriving! In a recent parent survey, 99% of its families said that they would recommend Lilliput CE Infants to other parents. It is a hugely popular school, its longstanding positive reputation ensuring that it is typically full and over-subscribed. Children are happy at Lilliput and they achieve well, supported by parents who value their close engagement with the school. The Lilliput team is experienced and professional, creating a school climate that is ambitious for its pupils, without losing its warmth and welcoming, inclusive character. Lilliput is a strong, values-led, Church of England school where its values of love, respect and serve are at the heart of its work. At its last Ofsted inspection in 2023, inspectors celebrated that the school’s vision of ‘loving, respecting, serving’ threads through all aspects of school life and that Lilliput is a friendly, safe and nurturing school. Inspectors noted that staff are proud to be a member of the school’s community. Lilliput CE Infant is set within beautiful, extensive woodland grounds setting the tone for the premises and facilities throughout the school.
We’re looking for a Headteacher who will:
• Inspire with positivity and purpose
• Champion an inclusive and ambitious learning culture rooted in Christian values
• Lead with integrity, empathy, and a commitment to wellbeing
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, families and the wider church and local community
• Embrace the opportunities of working within a thriving multi-academy trust
What the school offers its staff
In return, we offer:
• A caring and committed school community with strong Christian values
• A strong peer network of Headteachers across CLP
• Supportive and experienced senior leaders within the Partnership
• Access to a skilled central team offering wide-ranging professional support
• A role that is deeply rewarding
We invite applications from experienced Headteachers as well as from those seeking to secure their first Headship.
Further details about the role
Informal visits to the school are warmly encouraged. You are also invited to contact the Chief Executive Officer of Coastal Learning Partnership, Paul Howieson, who would be delighted to speak with you about the school and the wider Partnership. To arrange a convenient time for a conversation, please contact Helen Moors on 01202 806155. To arrange a visit to the school, please contact the school directly on 01202 709013.
Applications: Please send a completed application form to: recruitment@coastalpartnership.co.uk Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 22nd February 2026 Selection event: 3rd March 2026
To comply with our statutory safer recruitment practices and obligations, we are unable to shortlist incomplete applications. Please ensure you include a full employment and education history, details of two referees and explain any gaps in employment. CVs will not be accepted.
Commitment to safeguarding
Safeguarding Coastal Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate that they meet the essential elements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Lilliput CE Infant School is thriving! In a recent parent survey, 99% of its families said that they would recommend Lilliput CE Infants to other parents. It is a hugely popular school, its longstanding positive reputation ensuring that it is typically full and over-subscribed. Children are happy at Lilliput and they achieve well, supported by parents who value their close engagement with the school. The Lilliput team is experienced and professional, creating a school climate that is ambitious for its pupils, without losing its warmth and welcoming, inclusive character. Lilliput is a strong, values-led, Church of England school where its values of love, respect and serve are at the heart of its work. At its last Ofsted inspection in 2023, inspectors celebrated that the school’s vision of ‘loving, respecting, serving’ threads through all aspects of school life and that Lilliput is a friendly, safe and nurturing school. Inspectors noted that staff are proud to be a member of the school’s community. Lilliput CE Infant is set within beautiful, extensive woodland grounds setting the tone for the premises and facilities throughout the school.
We’re looking for a Headteacher who will:
• Inspire with positivity and purpose
• Champion an inclusive and ambitious learning culture rooted in Christian values
• Lead with integrity, empathy, and a commitment to wellbeing
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, families and the wider church and local community
• Embrace the opportunities of working within a thriving multi-academy trust
What the school offers its staff
In return, we offer:
• A caring and committed school community with strong Christian values
• A strong peer network of Headteachers across CLP
• Supportive and experienced senior leaders within the Partnership
• Access to a skilled central team offering wide-ranging professional support
• A role that is deeply rewarding
We invite applications from experienced Headteachers as well as from those seeking to secure their first Headship.
Further details about the role
Informal visits to the school are warmly encouraged. You are also invited to contact the Chief Executive Officer of Coastal Learning Partnership, Paul Howieson, who would be delighted to speak with you about the school and the wider Partnership. To arrange a convenient time for a conversation, please contact Helen Moors on 01202 806155. To arrange a visit to the school, please contact the school directly on 01202 709013.
Applications: Please send a completed application form to: recruitment@coastalpartnership.co.uk Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 22nd February 2026 Selection event: 3rd March 2026
To comply with our statutory safer recruitment practices and obligations, we are unable to shortlist incomplete applications. Please ensure you include a full employment and education history, details of two referees and explain any gaps in employment. CVs will not be accepted.
Commitment to safeguarding
Safeguarding Coastal Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate that they meet the essential elements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.