Headteacher for Sep 2025 or Jan 2026 start

About the role

Following the successful career progression of our current school leader, Kimpton Primary School is seeking an inspirational Headteacher whose leadership, expertise and passion will continue to drive and shape the school’s future in line with our shared vision and values. If this post is for you, then you will recognise and build on the multiple strengths within our team whilst seeking creative as well as proven routes to improve outcomes and the experience of school for our children and their families. 

We think Kimpton Primary School is a very special place, a friendly village school in the heart of its community, there is team spirit in everything we do so that our children achieve their best and feel that they belong. We encourage pupils to develop an independent work ethic and love of learning, “achieving today, ready for tomorrow”.  We seek to help our students learn the knowledge and skills they need to become successful, motivated and resilient young people who, as a result, are fully equipped to move on with their educational journey.  

WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN EXCEPTIONAL LEADER WHO: 

• values the whole child and will place their nurture, wellbeing and sense of belonging at the heart of a shared vision for the school 

• demonstrates complete commitment to safeguarding, and has the capacity to robustly review, monitor and continually prioritise safeguarding systems and culture 

• will skilfully monitor and evaluate standards of progress, attainment, learning and teaching, and is able to create clear and imaginative action plans to ensure that all children reach their highest potential  

• provides strategic leadership and strong organisational management, identifying and mitigating both short- and long-term risks to the success of the school and building on people, process, finance, premises and technology management 

• will continue to develop devolved and sustainable leadership across the school and will have excellent people management skills 

• has a strong commitment to the principles of inclusion, equality of opportunity and diversity 

• is approachable and engaging to all stakeholders and will encourage and strengthen the role of the school in the village community 

• is confident in using social media and creative modes of communication to promote the school and the experience of its learners to all relevant stakeholders 

WE CAN OFFER: 

• vibrant, well-behaved, and ready-to-learn pupils who love their school and show kindness and respect to each other 

• a passionate and capable team of staff who support one another to deliver the school vision each and every day 

• governors who are committed, proactive, organised and supportive, who encourage continuous improvement across all aspects of the school 

• a supportive community of parents and families who are positive about the school and care about its success 

• a commitment to your professional development and personal well-being. 

Please see the job description in the recruitment pack for full details.  

Applications are invited from both serving and aspiring headteachers. This post is full-time, although we may consider appointing a part-time headteacher if the appointed leader could work with governors to shape a clear plan as to how suitable cover might be achieved in their absence.  

Kimpton 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.  Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as well as other pre-appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2024).  

To help us meet our high standards and aspirations of a fully diverse and inclusive workplace, we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply and to join us. Please note that, as part of our move towards mitigating unconscious bias within the recruitment process, applications will be anonymised and personal details will only be viewed after shortlisting has been completed. 

We actively encourage visits to our school. Please email admin@kimpton.herts.sch.uk or telephone 01438 832394 and our team will look forward to meeting you. 

To apply, please complete the online application form and upload it here, or email your completed application to jnicholson@kimpton.herts.sch.uk Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: Monday 2nd June 2025 @ Midday 

Shortlisting by: Thursday 5th June 2025 

Interview date: Monday 16th June 2025