Head Teacher

Care, Wellbeing & Learning
Kells Lane Primary School

Ref: LCSC3078

10 Sessions - Full Time

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for the Governing Body to appoint an energetic and experienced school leader (at Assistant Head, Deputy or Head Teacher level) to take up the post of Head Teacher at Kells Lane Primary School. The school's Governors are looking for a candidate who can commit to the long-term future of Kells Lane using their knowledge and experiences to consolidate the rapid progress the school has made and take us forward to the next level.

Applicants for the post should be highly motivated, well-qualified and possess outstanding interpersonal skills. They should have a strong commitment to sustaining school improvement, be committed to the safeguarding and well-being of children and be able to demonstrate a good track record of leadership and management at a senior level. Kells Lane Primary School is at the heart of the local community and the school prides itself on a friendly and supportive atmosphere where children and staff are encouraged to be the best that they can be. You will:

• Be passionate about raising standards and committed to developing the potential of every child
• Have proven leadership and management skills.
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.
• Be approachable, receptive and able to challenge, motivate and inspire others.
• Have high expectations of achievement and behaviour.

Gateshead Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

If successful, you will have to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed by prior arrangement. Please contact Mrs L Heath (School Business Manager) on 01914334143 or you can e-mail: lydiaheath@gateshead.gov.uk.

Application packs only available from Joanne Dunbar, HR Support, Human Resources, Legal & Corporate Services, Gateshead Council, Civic Centre, Regent Street, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, NE8 1HH. Tel: 0191 433 3047 or email joannedunbar@gateshead.gov.uk.

CLOSING DATE: 31 October 2014 at 12 Noon