Headteacher

The Jan. 2015 start date is negotiable, dependent on personal circumstances. Each case considered on merit.

Paulton Infant School is a consistently good performing school (Ofsted 2011) located in an attractive and unique village 10 miles south of Bath and Bristol. Sharing a site with a separate Junior School, we provide excellent EYFS and KS1 specialism and due to popularity and population increases locally are midway through expanding to 3 form intake. After 17 successful and stimulating years our Headteacher retired at the end of the 2013/14 academic year and we are therefore seeking a new, dynamic leader to take us forward as we strive to be an 'outstanding' school.

We are looking for a Headteacher who:

• will lead, challenge and inspire staff and pupil performance
• has an in-depth understanding of what constitutes outstanding teaching and learning at EYFS & KS1 and the ability to support the ongoing development of these skills within the school
• is a strong communicator and will employ excellent interpersonal skills when dealing with pupils, staff, parents and members of the wider community
• has strong strategic leadership skills and is adept at using data to identify areas for improvement and developing appropriate strategies
• will work with the Governing Body to support and strengthen the school's vision meeting the requirements of a changing educational landscape and build on its community ethos
• will embrace new ideas and technologies to further the school's development and success.

In return we can offer you:

• well behaved children, whose enjoyment of the school was judged by Ofsted as Outstanding, and who are excited by learning
• a young, dynamic and supportive team ambitious for development
• a financially secure school with well-maintained buildings and extensively refurbished facilities
• a committed and supportive Governing Body
• a flexible and creative approach to the planning, teaching and assessment of the curriculum with a history of good outcomes
• a fantastic reputation reflecting in the need for expansion
• strong links with Paulton Junior School and the wider community
• a 7 point salary range of £52,653 to £61,012 depending upon experience and vision.

We encourage visits from prospective applicants. If you would like to see Paulton Infant School for yourself, please call 01761 412354 or email paulton_inf@bathnes.gov.uk in term time to arrange an appointment.

Open Day: Friday 12th September 2014.

Closing Date for applications: 12 noon on 22nd September 2014.
Interview Date: 7th & 8th October 2014.

Paulton Infant School is committed to safeguarding its pupils and this appointment will be made in accordance with the principals of fair selection and safer recruitment. DBS checks and references will be required prior to appointment.

Please have a look at our school web site for more information and an insight into our fantastic school: www.paulton-inf.bathnes.sch.uk.

Candidates are invited to apply online.

Address & Contact details:
Paulton Infant School
Plumptre Close
Paulton
Bristol
BS39 7QY
Telephone: 01761 412354
E-mail: paulton_inf@bathnes.gov.uk

Role: 203, 4-7 year olds