Deputy Headteacher at Lincoln Carlton Academy

This vacancy is only available to internal candidates who are currently employed at Anthem Schools Trust. Please do not apply if you are not currently employed at this organisation as your application will not be considered.

3 Days Remaining

Internal Applicants ONLY

Job Reference #

EDV/2026/LCA/40566

Location

Carlton Boulevard, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 4AG

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

Leadership Scale L10 - L14

Closing Date

Midnight, Mon 13th Apr, 2026

Start Date

01/09/2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

TBC

Interview Date(s) TBC

About this Role

Lincoln Carlton Academy (Internal Applicants Only)

Deputy Headteacher

Start date 01/09/2026

Leadership Scale L10-L14

Our school is proud to be part of Anthem, a multi-academy trust that creates ambitious and successful schools where every child thrives.

Lincoln Carlton Academy is a highly regarded and consistently oversubscribed primary school, balancing high expectations with a joyful and nurturing approach to education. Lincoln Carlton Academy offers a rich curriculum shaped by curiosity, creativity and character development, supported by strong relationships with families and the wider community, a well-established behaviour culture and a commitment to ensuring every child can flourish and succeed.

About the Role

The Deputy Headteacher will play a key role in the leadership and day‑to‑day management of the school, supporting the Headteacher to drive the school’s vision, strategic development and continuous improvement. The post holder will also deputise for the Headteacher as required and serve as the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

You will lead high‑quality teaching and learning, ensure the curriculum is broad, balanced and aligned to Trust principles, and create an inclusive, safe and nurturing environment where all students can thrive. A strong focus on data, assessment and raising achievement is essential.

The role includes leading and managing staff, supporting school improvement planning, ensuring effective use of resources, and upholding strong compliance, safeguarding and financial systems. You will also help build positive partnerships with parents, the community, external agencies and other schools within Anthem.

Benefits

As part of Anthem Schools Trust, staff benefit from a supportive working environment and access to a range of employee benefits, including health and wellbeing support, professional development opportunities and financial benefits.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, visitors and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, suitable references and other essential checks. Staff involved in recruitment and selection are trained in safer recruitment, and all staff and volunteers undertake child protection training.