Headteacher

Lincoln Carlton Academy
Full time, Permanent
Salary: L18 – L24 (£78,702 - £91,158)
Location: Lincoln, LN2 4AG

Lincoln Carlton is a consistently oversubscribed school, and this strong demand shapes the next phase of its development.

As a highly regarded primary school, Lincoln Carlton balances high expectations with a joyful and nurturing approach to education. Our students benefit from a rich curriculum designed around curiosity, creativity and character development.

As a part of Anthem Schools Trust, Lincoln Carlton Academy is a mixed-gender primary academy for children aged 4 to 11, located at Carlton Boulevard, Lincoln, LN2 4AG. The school currently has 436 pupils on roll. The most recent inspection (April 2025) judged quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, early years provision and leadership and management all as Good.

 We are an inclusive and nurturing primary school, firmly rooted in strong moral values; a community in which every individual is supported to flourish. Our exciting curriculum is made special by a wide range of unique experiences, and our talented team engage all learners in reaching the highest standards. High aspirations and expectations pervade the life of the school and support the development of children with high self-esteem, self-discipline and a really strong community spirit.

Why Join Lincoln Carlton Academy?

Lincoln Carlton Academy offers a rare blend of stability, ambition and community strength. The school benefits from a committed and experienced staff team, exceptionally positive relationships with parents and the wider community, and a well-established behaviour culture that supports purposeful learning.

Demand for places remains consistently high, reflecting the trust families place in the school. Its creative curriculum and strong SEND practice provide a rich educational experience for every child.

The Anthem Community Council (local governance) is engaged and supportive, and the new Headteacher will have access to high-quality coaching and Trust networks.

This is a role with genuine scope to shape the next phase of the school’s development and to build on an already strong foundation.

The opportunity

We are seeking a Headteacher who will be expected to maintain the strong foundations and high standards already embedded at Lincoln Carlton. This includes sustaining the school’s warm, relational culture and leading with clarity, consistency and high expectations. A key priority is strengthening the school’s role as a beacon of the local community, ensuring it remains outward-facing, inclusive and deeply connected to the families it serves.

Strategic priorities for the next Headteacher:

1.         Strengthen the school’s position as a leading primary in Lincoln.

2.         Deepen curriculum innovation and consistency.

3.         Enhance provision for vulnerable pupils and SEND.

4.         Build leadership capacity across the school.

5.         Maintain high staff morale and wellbeing.

6.         Grow community partnerships and visibility.

Future growth

The school continues to experience significant demand, with long-standing waiting lists. The incoming Headteacher will therefore play a central role in leading the next phase of the school’s expansion, ensuring the financial, curriculum and staffing implications are well planned and sustainable.

This is a strategic leadership responsibility, requiring a thoughtful, future-focused approach that protects the school’s culture while supporting growth.

You will be joining a school where:

• Every child is supported to have high esteem, respect for themselves and others, and is equipped to make informed choices
• Enquiring minds and highly motivated, creative learners are nurtured
• Diversity, respect for different backgrounds, and strong community spirit are celebrated
• Children are encouraged to respond positively to challenges and are supported to develop independence and collaboration skills
• All voices are valued and listened to

We strongly encourage candidates to review the attached Recruitment Pack and Job Description, which provide further detail on the role and opportunity.

About Anthem

Thank you for your interest in joining Anthem.

Anthem is a growing and ambitious Multi Academy Trust, united by a clear moral purpose: to create ambitious and successful schools where everyone thrives. Through our family of 15 schools, 11 primary and 4 secondary, serving nearly 8,000 students across the East Midlands, London and the Thames Valley.

First and foremost, Anthem is a school improvement organisation. We exist to ensure that the public funding entrusted to us is used intelligently, ethically and relentlessly in the service of better outcomes for children and young people. Everything we do is focused on strengthening the quality of education, leadership and professional practice across our schools, while preserving each school’s unique identity and community.

We believe strong schools are built by strong people. That is why we invest heavily in our staff, valuing expertise, collaboration and professional curiosity. We work hard to create environments where colleagues feel supported, trusted and challenged to be their best, whether they work in the classroom, in school leadership, or within our national teams.

Anthem is bound together by three strongly held values:

• Integrity – we act with honesty, fairness and accountability, always doing the right thing for children and communities.
• Collaboration – we believe we are stronger together, learning from one another and sharing expertise across our Trust.
• Excellence – we are ambitious for our pupils and for ourselves, continually striving to improve and never settling for less than our best.

By joining Anthem, you become part of a Trust that combines high expectations with genuine care. A Trust that values professionalism, thoughtful leadership and continuous improvement. And a Trust that is committed not only to educational success, but to creating places where people are proud to work and proud to belong.

Employee Benefits

At Anthem, we value our employees and are committed to providing a rewarding and supportive working environment. As part of our team, you’ll have access to Anthem Perks, which includes a range of fantastic benefits designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and financial security.

Two week half term - Staff benefit from a two-week half-term break in the autumn term, recognising and supporting wellbeing and retention.

Cycle Scheme – Get a new bike and accessories through our tax-efficient salary sacrifice scheme.

Tech & Home Scheme – Spread the cost of the latest tech and home essentials through convenient payroll deductions.

Corporate Health Cash Plan – Reclaim the cost of everyday healthcare, from dental check-ups to physiotherapy.

Eye Care – Support towards eye tests and glasses for screen users.

Employee Assistance Programme – Free, confidential support for personal and work-related challenges.

Employee Referral Scheme – Recommend a friend and receive a bonus when they join our team.

Anthem Institute - Immerse yourself in amazing CPD opportunities for all roles, networking and learning from specialists in their field.

At Anthem, we believe in supporting our staff, fostering a positive workplace culture, and helping every team member thrive. Join us and enjoy these great benefits as part of your career with Anthem!

Anthem Schools Trust is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and require all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks which will, where applicable, include a health check, an enhanced DBS check, the Children’s Barred List check and satisfactory references. 

It is an offence for an individual who has been disqualified from working with children to knowingly apply for, offer to do, accept, or do any work in a ‘regulated activity’. The position advertised is a ‘regulated activity’ and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 [Exceptions] Order 1975. 

Anthem will undertake a basic online check for all shortlisted candidates.