Headteacher

Vacancy Summary

Headteacher
Commencement: January 2021 
Salary: L12 – L18  (£53,859 - £62,426 pa full time)

Due to the retirement of the current Headteacher, the Governing Body of Keelham Primary School is seeking to appoint a new Headteacher who possesses a caring, compassionate and committed disposition. 
 
Keelham Primary School is based in a semi-rural location on the Bradford/Calderdale border and provides a high quality education to 117 children between the ages of three and eleven.

Vacancy Information

Our children are extremely well-behaved and thoroughly enjoy being at school; they are eager and ready to learn. We recognise that a child’s education is a partnership between school and home and we work extremely closely with parents to ensure that all children are able reach their full potential.

We are looking for a dynamic, innovative and visionary leader who:

• can recognise and rise to the challenges of leading a small school
• welcomes, embraces and promotes new initiatives
• can lead the school in a supportive but strong and effective way
• has the ability to inspire and motivate both staff and pupils
• promotes inclusion and personalised learning
• has excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit our school prior to submitting their applications at a mutually convenient date and time. To ensure COVID-19 guidance is adhered to, visits will take place in the absence of pupils and staff.  

Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office. 

Interested candidates are also encouraged to look online at our website to find out more about our school: https://keelhamprimary.co.uk/

Closing date: 9am on Monday 5th October 2020 
Shortlisting: Wednesday 7th October 2020 
Interviews: Monday 19th and Tuesday 20th October 2020 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Proof of eligibility to live and work in the UK will be required.
Please note: CVs are not accepted for this post.

Candidates can apply online for this post. If you are registered, please follow the apply now process. If you are not registered, then please register now and follow the apply now process.