About This Role
Lead with purpose. Think deeply. Shape the future.
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an intuitive and deep-thinking individual to take on the Headship of St Martin’s Preparatory School, driving the school forward with energy, clarity and commitment into its next phase.
Whether you are an established Headteacher or an ambitious Senior Leader ready for your first headship, St Martin’s offers both challenge and fulfilment within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
About St Martin’s Preparatory School
St Martin’s Preparatory School, located in Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, provides a high-quality independent education for children from Nursery through to Prep.
The school is proud of its nurturing ethos, strong academic foundations and excellent pastoral care, ensuring that every pupil is known, supported and encouraged to thrive. With a focus on developing confident, well-rounded individuals, St Martin’s combines academic rigour with a broad and enriching curriculum.
Our Early Years provision offers a warm and stimulating start to each child’s educational journey, while the Prep School builds strong academic and personal foundations to prepare pupils for the next stage of their education.
Supported by a committed staff team and a close-knit school community, St Martin’s is well-positioned for continued growth and development.
About the Role and You
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience
Start Date: September 2026, or later by arrangement for the right candidate
Closing Date: 19th April 2026
As Headteacher, you will provide clear strategic leadership and operational direction across the school. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the vision, strengthening standards, and ensuring that St Martin’s continues to deliver an exceptional educational experience.
You will bring energy, insight and ambition to the role, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and hands-on leadership, inspiring both staff and pupils to achieve their very best.
Key Responsibilities Provide strong, values-driven leadership aligned with the school’s vision and future direction Drive high standards of teaching, learning and pupil outcomes across Nursery and Prep Lead, develop and inspire a committed staff team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding, wellbeing and pastoral care Oversee and enhance a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum Track pupil progress and attainment, including preparation for 11+ Build strong relationships with parents, pupils and the wider community Lead pupil recruitment and retention to support the continued growth of the school Ensure compliance with independent school standards and regulatory requirements Oversee effective operational and financial management
About You:
The successful candidate will:
Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree
Be either an experienced Headteacher or a Senior Leader ready to progress into headship
Demonstrate a strong track record of impact, leadership and school improvement
Possess excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
Be a thoughtful, reflective leader with the ability to think strategically and act decisively
Show a genuine passion for education, child development and pastoral care
Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Have the presence and credibility to lead and inspire across the school community
Why Join Us We offer more than just a leadership role – this is an opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact within a supportive and ambitious school environment. Our benefits include: Competitive remuneration package Company pension scheme Company sick pay Life assurance worth three times your annual salary Free lunch provided Refer-a-friend scheme with financial reward Wellbeing and wellness programme Ongoing training and professional development A collaborative, friendly and supportive working environment To find out more information about this role, please read our Candidate Pack. If you are a thoughtful and ambitious leader ready to shape the future of a thriving preparatory school, we would welcome your application. Apply today and begin your leadership journey with St Martin’s Preparatory School. St Martins Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, costs are covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.