Co-Headteacher (0.2 FTE)
| Posting date: | 19 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 30 March 2026 |
| Location: | Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1TE |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | a6e7cd2f-9f8f-43b7-88c5-ff0fd6cc45db |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
To start Summer Term 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter
The Governors of The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School are looking to appoint a temporary (to 31 July 2027) co-headteacher to work with the current Headteacher to take on the challenge of ensuring the continued growth and development of our school. We maintain the very highest expectations and aspirations for all pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and those who are disadvantaged. At Charles Baines School we are committed to raising aspirations and enabling all children to succeed, by developing confident lifelong learners within a caring and inclusive school.
As a co-headteacher of Charles Baines you will:
• Work with the current Headteacher to help staff deliver the actions and achieve the milestones of the Rapid Improvement Plan
• Have a thorough understanding of systems for safeguarding and child protection to ensure the welfare of all children
• Demonstrate a commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the values of the school
• Fulfil the professional responsibilities of a headteacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document (STPCD).
What the school offers its staff
We are a Lincolnshire County Council Maintained Primary School.
Further details about the role
How to Apply:
For an application pack, please contact the Clerk to Governors (Verity.Younger@linconshire.gov.uk). Completed applications should be sent to the Clerk to Governors by midday, Monday 30th March. Date of interview to be confirmed.
Visits to the school are highly recommended. Please contact the school business manager (enquiries@charles-baines.lincs.sch.uk) to arrange an appointment with the headteacher.
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.
To start Summer Term 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter
The Governors of The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School are looking to appoint a temporary (to 31 July 2027) co-headteacher to work with the current Headteacher to take on the challenge of ensuring the continued growth and development of our school. We maintain the very highest expectations and aspirations for all pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and those who are disadvantaged. At Charles Baines School we are committed to raising aspirations and enabling all children to succeed, by developing confident lifelong learners within a caring and inclusive school.
As a co-headteacher of Charles Baines you will:
• Work with the current Headteacher to help staff deliver the actions and achieve the milestones of the Rapid Improvement Plan
• Have a thorough understanding of systems for safeguarding and child protection to ensure the welfare of all children
• Demonstrate a commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the values of the school
• Fulfil the professional responsibilities of a headteacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document (STPCD).
What the school offers its staff
We are a Lincolnshire County Council Maintained Primary School.
Further details about the role
How to Apply:
For an application pack, please contact the Clerk to Governors (Verity.Younger@linconshire.gov.uk). Completed applications should be sent to the Clerk to Governors by midday, Monday 30th March. Date of interview to be confirmed.
Visits to the school are highly recommended. Please contact the school business manager (enquiries@charles-baines.lincs.sch.uk) to arrange an appointment with the headteacher.
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.