Primary School Headteacher

Following the retirement of our current Headteacher, we are seeking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic school leader, with a clear and compelling vision, to enable each of our children to fulfil their full potential.  The ideal candidate will have the ability and energy to lead and motivate others and will possess an unshakeable belief in the fundamental importance of education in young people’s lives, within the context of a caring and supportive school.  This is an exciting opportunity to build upon the school’s existing strengths and provide a stimulating and enjoyable education for the school’s pupils, where high quality learning and good behaviour underpin all stages of the children’s learning.  Full details about our school and vacancy can be found in the Headteacher Applicant Pack.

Why join Bassingham Primary School?

Bassingham Primary School is a single form Primary School with just over 200 children aged 4–11.  Our children live in Bassingham, its surrounding villages and beyond.  We are delighted to maintain an excellent reputation in the local area and are rated a ‘Good’ school by Ofsted.  When visitors come to our school, we are consistently complimented on the culture we have created which is described as caring, supportive and one where children are very happy.

We will offer you: 

competitive salary

Excellent pension options

Healthcare cashplan, including Employee Assistance Programme

CPD opportunities through two Teaching School Alliances and PiXL

Salary sacrifice schemes, such as cycle to work

Staff Benefits Dashboard, including cinema, shopping & leisure discounts

Visits to the School: Candidates are welcome to visit school on each day during the week beginning Monday 10 February 2020 between 10am and 12 noon.  Please arrange in advance with Carole Marland (School Business Manager) on 01522 788395.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.  Successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check and other rigorous recruitment checks.