Head of Primary Phase

Vacancy Summary

The Governors of Bradford Girls’ Grammar School & Lady Royd Primary are seeking to appoint a dynamic, highly skilled and inspiring new Head for the Primary Phase of this highly successful all through school for January 2020.

Vacancy Information

Bradford Girls’ Grammar School & Lady Royd Primary is situated on the outskirts of Bradford City Centre, West Yorkshire. Founded in 1875, Lady Royd Primary educates girls and boys aged 5 to 11 years. There is a strong sense of community, warm rapport between staff, parents and pupils and respect for others is part of everyday life. Our core values of: Determination, Responsibility, Mutual Respect, Self Confidence and Honesty underpin the aims and ethos of the school providing inspiration and direction.

If you are a dynamic and experienced senior leader in a primary setting, this role offers you an outstanding opportunity to challenge yourself in a new environment.  You must have a successful track record of sustained improvement and a determination to maximise available opportunities. You will be highly motivated and driven, having an in-depth knowledge of excellence in primary education and a commitment to ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning.  You will have the creativity and vision to inspire and lead others together with the focus to ensure successful outcomes are reached.  You will have a ‘can-do’ attitude that will motivate and engage students, staff and the wider community. Above all you will ensure that our young people, their learning and developing their potential remains at the heart of all decision making and planning.

Candidates who have proven leadership capabilities as a Key Stage Coordinator/Assistant Head/Deputy Head or Head within a primary setting are encouraged to apply. 

To obtain an application pack please contact the HR Assistant Mrs Kiran Suri by emailing ksuri@bggs.com to arrange a tour of the school please contact Lady Royd Receptionist Mrs Anne Meares by emailing ameares@bggs.com . All details are also available on our school website www.bggs.com

Closing date for application: Wednesday 23rd October 2019
Interviews will be held: tbc

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. 

All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required

Please note: CVs are not accepted for this post