Headteacher

Vacancy Summary

Headteacher

Permanent

Salary: L21 - L27

Job starts: 1 September 2023 

The Governing Body of Lidget Green Primary School is seeking to appoint a transformational leader for the post of Headteacher.

Vacancy Information

Rated as “Good” in its latest Ofsted, Lidget Green Primary School is a popular, caring and vibrant three form entry Co-operative Trust School, which has begun its transition to a two form entry due to falling pupil numbers in the wider community. We are keen to build on our success. The Governing Body in December 2022 following discussions with various Multi Academy Trusts and are in initial discussions around the academy conversion process. The Governing Body is seeking to appoint a Head who can embrace the challenges that lay ahead and who will build on current good practice. Staff often refer to our school as the ‘Lidget Green family’ and we do work as a family – a very big family! Our strength comes from working closely alongside one another, offering support and challenge to ensure success for children and adults alike.

We are seeking a dynamic, creative leader who:

• Has a commitment to maintaining and developing the vision and values of the school / MAT.
• Has held a leadership role within education.
• Is a committed leader who can motivate and manage all stakeholders, effectively shaping and delivering the strategic plan.
• Can consolidate good practice and be ambitious for continuous improvement.
• Continues to nurture and effectively challenge our staff to deliver a high quality education for all our children.
• Embraces and engages our richly diverse community, bringing us together in a collaborative, positive environment underpinned by our shared values.
• Is able to bring the curriculum to life in a vibrant and exciting way.
• Maintains the strong partnership that exists between the Governing Body and the Senior Leadership Team.

In return, we offer:

• A strong, dedicated team who work well together.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.
• A well informed and supportive Governing Body.
• A close and active partnership with West1 Local Area Partnership and school to school support.

A tour of the school is available on the dates detailed above and is encouraged. Please email Mrs Sarah Peel, Human Resources Manager, sarah.peel@lidgetgreen.com to arrange a tour.

A candidate pack which includes the Job Description and Person Specification is attached. Please note that CVs are not accepted.

The school prides itself on being an equal opportunities employer and abides by Safer Recruitment Practices. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An online search will be carried out at shortlisting. All other Pre-employment checks including a DBS check, will be completed during the recruitment process.

Closing Date: 3rd February 2023, 12 noon

Shortlisting: 8th February 2023

Selection Interviews: 20th & 21st February 2023

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.