KS1 / KS2 Leader
Thorpe Lea Primary School
Egham, Surrey
- Salary:
- Main/Upper/Leadership Pay Range applicable (London Fringe), subject to experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2015
- Apply by:
- 12 September 2014
Job overview
Striving for excellence in all we do
Thorpe Lea Primary School is a primary school at the hub of a thriving community in Egham. In the past two years, the school has progressed under a dynamic, senior leadership team. New, cutting edge teaching and learning strategies resulting in: excellent pupil progress in all phases, high quality teaching, learning and professional support, enhanced pupil engagement and enjoyment, plus highly positive attitudes amongst the whole school community.
KS 1/KS 2 Leader Job Summary
The successful candidate will become the Key Stage 1/ Key Stage 2 Phase Leader for the school, with the responsibility for the successful progress and development of the staff and pupils within that phase. The candidate will also have a teaching responsibility for a Year 2/ Year 6 class.
The successful candidate will:
- be an outstanding classroom practitioner (see teaching responsibilities below)have a strong knowledge of teaching and assessment in the chosen Key Stage (KS1/ KS2)
- be able to model, promote and develop outstanding teaching and learning across the school
- be able to provide enthusiastic and inspirational people management and phase leadership
- to provide leadership coordination of a key subject i.e. English or mathematics
- have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work with all stakeholders
- an ambitious 'thirst to learn' and develop leadership potential
- have a positive 'can do' attitude and a good sense of humour
Thorpe Lea Governors can offer:
- a collaborative learning environment and culture
- enthusiastic, well-behaved children who are keen to learn
- a motivated, forward-thinking and dynamic team
- a committed and supportive governing body
- excellent professional development under a multi-skilled leadership team
- excellent career prospects
- additional management release time from teaching duties
If you would relish the opportunity to join our team and help to shape the strategic development of this vibrant community school, then we would be delighted to meet you. Tours of the school will be held in the morning of Friday, 5th September 2014 and Monday, 8th September 2014 when you will have the opportunity to meet the Headteacher, staff and pupils. Please phone the school to book a tour (Contact details in the 'How to Apply' section).
Remuneration
Salary will depend on qualifications and experience: Main/Upper/Leadership Pay Range applicable (London Fringe), subject to the skills and experience of the candidate.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please complete the application form and email to: admin@thorpe-lea.surrey.sch.uk Please contact the office on 01784 456398 to make an appointment if you would like to visit the school.
Applications close: Noon Friday, 12th September 2014
Interviews: Friday, 19th September 2014
About Thorpe Lea Primary School
- Thorpe Lea Primary School
- Huntingfield Way, Thorpe Lea, Egham
- Surrey
- TW20 8DY
- United Kingdom
Thorpe Lea Primary School is a co-educational, non-denominational, state-run primary school for children aged 2-11. It is situated in Egham in Surrey and it has 211 pupils currently enrolled at the school. Thorpe Lea Primary School has one class per year group with spacious, well equipped classrooms. The school is located on a large site with a large outdoor areas to foster pupils’ learning through creative play, curiosity and discovery. There is also a large computer suite and all the classes are equipped with Interactive White Boards, broadband and a minimum of two computers each. The school was rated ‘good’ in its latest Ofsted report.
Headteacher
Zoe Ezzard
Values and Vision
The school strives to give each child the opportunity to enjoy and achieve in all areas, while develop core life values. The children are taught about having an awareness of their responsibility as citizens and to appreciate the world at large. Its vision is to make Thorpe Lea Primary the school of choice in its community by achieving a strong reputation based on innovative and impactful learning strategies and excellent leadership and strong results.
Ofsted
“Pupils make good progress in reading, writing and mathematics. By the end of Year 6 attainment is in line with the expected standards. They also achieve well in other subjects including history, geography and religious education. Teaching is good. All groups of pupils learn well and are now making faster progress from their starting points. Teachers make sure that pupils know precisely how to improve their work due to detailed feedback.”
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