Headteacher

Job Description

Following the retirement of the current Headteacher, the Governors of Friar's Grove Primary School are looking for a candidate who will build on the many strengths of this two form entry school.

We are looking for:

· A candidate with proven ambition and vision in a leadership role.

· The ability to develop and nurture positive relationships with our children, staff, governors and wider community.

· Effective management experience, with the ability to empower, motivate and develop a team of dedicated staff.

· An understanding of high-quality teaching and how this benefits all children to reach their full potential.

· An understanding of how the whole school curriculum can be developed to ensure it is ambitious and effective.

We can offer:

· Wonderful, enthusiastic children who are polite, friendly, highly motivated and eager to learn.

· A dedicated, talented and hardworking staff team.

· A motivated and established senior leadership team.

· A supportive and active governing body.

· A strong partnership with families and the community.

· Membership of a successful and supportive network of local schools, providing professional dialogue and challenge for headteachers.

Friar's Grove Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in our care and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS & references.

We are committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will 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 warmly welcome and strongly encourage visits to the school. Tours are available on the following dates: 12th, 14th, 26th & 28th February. To arrange a visit, please call our School Business Manager, Kate Baker, on01206 843683.

Closing date: 2nd March 2025 (Midnight)

Shortlisting: 3rd March 2025

Interviews: 13th March 2025

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.