Headteacher (0.6FTE Teaching Commitment) (L9 - L15)

HEADTEACHER for

1 January 2027 ISR: L9 –

L15 NoR: 52 Teaching

Commitment: 0.6 FTE Playing

together, learning together and growing together Due

to our current Headteacher retiring, the pupils, staff and Governors of this successful

and unique maintained Nursery School are looking for a dynamic and inspiring

Headteacher. South

Normanton Nursery School is seeking a Headteacher who is: A

passionate leader and teacher of Early Years’ education, with a relentless

drive for excellence; An

excellent communicator, with the interpersonal skills to motivate others and

the vision and dedication to bring about a clear strategic direction for

improvement so that children, families and staff can thrive; Committed

to continuing our child led approach to learning; Committed

to supporting young children with SEND and who holds the National Award for

Special Education Needs Co-ordination, NPQ SEN or be willing to work towards it; Able

to continue on the successful school improvement trajectory that the school is

currently on whilst being able to identify areas for development which will

enhance the excellent Early Years’ provision already in place; Able

to advance our plans for an SEN development unit due to commence in September

2026.

Our

Nursery School is one where improving outcomes for ALL children is at the heart

of our provision and children’s well-being is a priority. The successful candidate will be an excellent

leader who inspires and motivates staff and children alike and recognises the

power of child led learning through play using our excellent indoor and outdoor

facilities. The future Headteacher should be in possession of excellent

leadership skills, high quality teaching and learning strategies, and have the

ability to nurture strong and open relations with staff, children and families

to raise aspiration and improve achievement.

Experience

in Early Years’ provision is essential, along with a love of outdoor learning.

Are

you the passionate and visionary leader who can continue our journey in a

changing climate? If so, we would like

to meet you.

Visits

to, and tours of the school are warmly welcomed and strongly advised. Please

contact Moira Houston, School Business Manager on 01773 810876.

Please

also visit our website for further details of the school: www.southnormantonnurseryschool.co.uk.

Committed

to safeguarding the welfare of our children.

Closing

date: Sunday 28 June 2026

Interviews: Monday

13 and Tuesday 14 July 2026