Headteacher

Headteacher, North Yorkshire

NOR: 357

Friarage Community Primary School is a recently refurbished building equipped for 21st century learning.

It is situated in the heart of Scarborough "The jewel in the crown of the Yorkshire Coast."

Owing to the retirement of our long standing, successful and highly valued Head Teacher, a unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, forward thinking individual to lead our happy school. The person appointed will be required to build upon the existing framework and take our school forward.

'At Friarage we come to school to learn'

Our School:-

• Is a caring and inclusive school that enjoys good parental support.
• Is a friendly school at the heart of a multi-cultural community.
• Is a happy school providing high quality holistic education in a caring, safe environment.

The Governors wish to appoint a Head Teacher who will build upon our strengths and will therefore have:-

• A proven track record of raising pupil achievement.
• Evidence of strong and effective inspirational leadership skills.
• The ability to maintain good relationships with children, parents, staff and Governors.
• Commitment to high standards of learning and behaviour within the caring ethos of the school.
• An appreciation of the needs and ability of a diverse range of children and families.
• Someone who will continue to support, promote and enhance pastoral care in the school.
• A kind, caring, firm but fair attitude and be happy to be at Friarage CP School.

In return we can offer you:-

• An excellent existing, proven senior management team with the vision and willingness to move forward.
• A highly skilled, hardworking and dedicated team of teachers, support staff and Governors.
• Happy and enthusiastic children who are eager to learn
• A positive and creative atmosphere where purposeful learning takes place.
• A supportive community of parents and friends of the school.

We would welcome applications from serving Head Teachers with a proven and successful record of leadership or, if not yet a Head Teacher, someone who has the skills, energy, commitment and ability to become an outstanding Head Teacher. This will be evidenced by the applicant's record as an experienced and outstanding Deputy Head, or equivalent, as acting preparation for Headship.

To request an application pack please contact: - employmentsupportservice@northyorks.gov.uk or telephone: - 01609 532190

Prospective candidates are welcome to visit the school between Tuesday 1st April to Friday 11th April 2014 between the hours of; 8.30am - 3.00pm. To book an appointment please contact our Clerk to the Governing body, Ms J Orrah on 01723 356574 or by Email to; jorrah@friarage.n-yorks.sch.uk

Closing date for applications:- 23rd April 2014
Selection Process :- 28th April 2014
Interviews:- 6th & 7th May 2014

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for appointment to this post.

For further information about our school please visit our website: - www.friarage.n-yorks.sch.uk  

 Further information about our location and amenities can be found at:- www.oneplacenorthyorks.gov.uk