Headteacher

Vacancy Summary

Headteacher

Salary: L13 - L19

Hours: Full time 

Contract type: Permanent 

Reports to: Chair of Governors for the Governing Body

Responsible for: All staff and pupils within the School

Vacancy Information

The Governing Body of Worthinghead Primary School is seeking to appoint an inspirational, confident leader for the post of Headteacher. We want to appoint a Headteacher who will build on recent successes to meet the challenges of education in a dynamic future.

We seek a Head who:

• Has a commitment to maintaining and developing the vision, values and reputation of the school
• Has held a leadership role within education
• Is a determined leader who can motivate staff and manage all stakeholders, effectively shaping and delivering through the curriculum and school development plan
• Can consolidate professional practice and actively promote continuous improvement
• Will nurture, encourage and develop staff to deliver high-quality education for all our children
• Embraces and engages with our community, contributing to a collaborative, positive environment built on a foundation of shared values and a caring image
• Will inspire our young people through a lively and inclusive curriculum
• Maintains the strong partnership that exists between the Governing Body and the Senior Leadership Team

In return, we offer:

• An established, mutually-supportive, professional team who work well together
• A commitment to your continuous professional development
• A well-informed, conscientious and responsive Governing Body

A tour of the school is strongly encouraged. We are offering tours of the school on Monday 24, Wednesday 26 and Friday 28 February 2025. Please contact the school office on 01274 414904 to arrange a tour.

Please note that CVs are not accepted.

Closing Date: 12 noon, Friday 21 March 2025

Shortlisting Date: Week Commencing 24 March 2025

Selection Interviews: Wednesday 2 & Thursday 3 April 2025 

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.

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