Baston Church of England Primary School
Salary: Main Pay Scale (MPS)
Contract: Full-time, temporary
Start date: 1^st September 2025
End date: 31^st December 2025. The post may be extended beyond the anticipated end date depending upon the needs of the school.

“Preparing the way…”
At Baston Church of England Primary School, we aspire to be an inspirational, challenging and inclusive church school at the heart of our community. Through the love of God and our shared values, we aim to provide a happy, safe and creative learning environment where everyone can reach their full potential and thrive as global citizens.

We are seeking to appoint a talented, enthusiastic and compassionate Class Teacher who shares our vision and values — someone who is committed to making a meaningful difference in children’s lives.

 

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified teacher with experience of working in a primary setting
• Has strong knowledge of the National Curriculum and effective, inclusive teaching strategies
• Creates a joyful, engaging and purposeful learning environment for all children
• Sets high expectations for achievement, progress and behaviour
• Builds nurturing and respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Is reflective, resilient, and open to growing professionally
• Embraces and promotes the Christian ethos and values of our school community

 

You will:

• Deliver an exciting, high-quality curriculum that inspires and challenges children to be their best
• Ensure all pupils, including those with SEND and additional needs, make excellent progress
• Create a classroom culture where all learners feel safe, valued and empowered
• Work collaboratively with staff, parents and external agencies to support the needs of every child
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the curriculum and wider life of the school
• Engage fully in professional development, both for your own growth and to support others

 

In return, we offer:

• A kind, inclusive and supportive school community
• Engaged, respectful and curious children who love learning
• A creative, well-resourced learning environment
• A strong commitment to staff well-being and development
• The opportunity to help shape the future of our vibrant, forward-thinking school

 

About Us:

Baston CE Primary is a school where everyone is known and loved. We are deeply rooted in our Christian vision and committed to providing opportunities that prepare children to flourish — academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. Set in beautiful grounds and strongly connected to our local village, we are proud of our inclusive ethos and our drive to support children in becoming confident, responsible global citizens.

We would welcome application from ECTs.

Visits to the school are encouraged and these can be arranged by contacting our Senior Administrator – Mrs Jo Bannister - via email jo.bannister@baston.lincs.sch.uk or telephone 01778 560430.

Application packs and further details are available via the school's website at www.baston-school.co.uk

Closing date for completed applications: Monday 30^th June 2025.

Interviews will be held on Friday 4^th July 2025.

 

Baston Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education". As part of due diligence checks, the school may complete online searches on shortlisted candidates.

Vacancy: Headteacher

Baston Church of England Primary School

 

Salary: L10-16

Location: PE6 9PB, Lincolnshire

Contract type: Full Time

Contract term: Permanent

Commencing: January 2026 (or earlier if possible)

 

Governors are seeking an inspirational and motivated Headteacher to lead our school community. We are a single form entry Church of England school with a distinctive Christian ethos and a thriving relationship with our local Church, St John the Baptist and the village community.

In recent years we have benefited from strong leadership and an enthusiastic staff team who have a ‘can do’ attitude. In our most recent inspections, SIAMS rated us a ‘Good’ Church school (2022) and Ofsted rated us ‘Good’ in all areas (2024).

Our pupils are the focus of everything we do, and our desire is to see them flourish; not just academically, but in every area of their lives.

 

What we can offer:

• Pupils who are enthusiastic, who enjoy taking responsibility and are excited about learning and school life.
• The opportunity to lead a well-established staff team, with strong senior and middle leaders.
• A forward-thinking, experienced Governing Body who will encourage and support you as you lead the school in your own way.
• A wonderful physical learning environment, with the benefit of a large outdoor learning area, a library bus, and two new classrooms.
• A PTA with a longstanding reputation of going above-and-beyond to provide opportunities for our pupils.

You will need:

• The desire and ability to promote and continually develop our school’s inclusive values and strong Christian ethos.
• High expectations for children’s personal development, happiness, welfare, behaviour and attainment.
• A clear vision of excellence in primary education with the ability to think strategically and lead the school through the next exciting phase of its development.
• Proven leadership skills and a passion for investing in each member of your staff team.
• An ambition to provide collaborative leadership of the school, along with the capacity to be open to the advice and guidance of others.
• A commitment to putting children at the centre of everything you do.

 

If you feel excited about the prospect of leading our school, then we would be delighted to hear from you!

Visits to our school are both welcome and strongly encouraged. To book a visit, please email our school administrator at Jo.Bannister@baston.lincs.sch.uk or call the school office on 01778 560430.

Application packs are available from the school website, www.baston-school.co.uk.

Completed applications should be submitted via email to jill.groutage@baston.lincs.sch.uk

Closing Date: Wednesday 2^nd July 2025, 5pm

Shortlisting Date: Tuesday 8^th July 2025

Interview Date: Tuesday 15^th July 2025