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Headteacher

Headteacher

Sowerby Primary Academy

Sowerby, North Yorkshire

Salary:
L14 - L20
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2015
Apply by:
26 September 2014

Job overview

Can you lead us on our journey to be an outstanding school?

Due to the retirement of our successful Headteacher, the governors are looking to appoint an inspiring and dynamic leader to build on our existing achievements and lead our school on the next stage of our journey.

We are looking for someone who can:

  • Raise attainment through improved teaching and learning, to ensure that all pupils achieve to the best of their ability.
  • Lead a professional learning community and develop all members of staff in order to ensure an effectively led and managed school.
  • Further develop partnerships and work in collaboration with our stakeholders and wider community.
  • Set and deliver challenging School Development Plans.

We are proud to offer you:

  • A high level of support, commitment and enthusiasm from our successful staff team.
  • A supportive, knowledgeable and involved governing body, committed to making a difference.
  • A purposeful, happy and engaging environment where our friendly children are inspired to learn.

For more information and an application pack:

Please visit our website: www.sowerbyschool.co.uk  or call 01845 523037

Interviews:

Interviews will take place on Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th October. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete online psychometric profiling prior to the interview dates.

Thursday 23rd October will be a full day in school for all shortlisted candidates, undertaking a variety of activities. In the evening, all shortlisted candidates will be invited to a buffet to meet staff and governors more informally. Governors may choose to further shortlist at the end of Thursday. Friday 24th October will consist of a formal interview including a presentation.

We will be happy to arrange and pay for overnight accommodation on Thursday 23rd October should any candidates require it. Further details will be sent to all shortlisted candidates.

Completed applications:

Please return electronically to our Business Manager, Sue Capel on admin@sowerby.n-yorks.sch.uk or by post to Sowerby Community Primary School, Topcliffe Road, Thirsk. North Yorkshire YO7 1RX.

Thank you!

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Apply By: 26 September 2014
Interview Dates: Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th October 2014

About Sowerby Primary Academy

+44 184 552 3037

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