Executive Headteacher

Due to the retirement of our long standing and successful Executive Headteacher, the Governing Body of this diverse, high achieving and inclusive Federation is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and committed leader who will respect and value the ethos of our school. You will build on our existing reputation and lead us on our journey to becoming an outstanding Federation.

The Bramham and Shadwell Federation provide a primary education across two school sites. The Federation consists of 302 students; 95 at Bramham and 207 at Shadwell. We strive to ensure first class learning in all its various forms for all students, irrespective of ability or background. The ethos of the Federation reflects the traditional values of good behaviour which combined with the best modern practice of teaching and learning, results in high achievement and makes both schools very popular within their local communities.  

We want from you:

• Outstanding and decisive leadership with the vision to take an already very good Federation and drive it towards outstanding practice across all areas.
• A proven track record of successful positive leadership and management in a primary school.
• Evidence of successfully leading and managing whole teams of staff.
• A clear vision and the ability to work with Governors to help shape the Federation’s future.
• High standards and expectations of both yourself and students and staff.
• Creativity, enthusiasm, and resilience.
• Visibility, presence, approachability and leadership which is emotionally and socially intelligent.

We can offer:

• A key leadership role in a forward looking and supportive Federation.
• Enthusiastic, respectful, talented and co-operative students.
• Creative and hard-working staff, who have a strong sense of commitment to the school, its vision and its students.
• Excellent professional development and guidance.
• A well-resourced Federation with opportunity for further development
• An ambitious and supportive Governing Body, which operates strategically.
• A school focused on enabling all students to be successful academically and personally.

For an information pack and application form, please contact: Emily Harker on 0113 2477950 or email educ.headteacher@leeds.gov.uk

CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: Noon, Friday 13 March 2015.
Shortlisting: Wednesday 18 March 2015.
Interview and assessment: Tuesday 24 and Wednesday 25 March 2015.

The Bramham and Shadwell Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all who work here to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

BRAMHAM AND SHADWELL FEDERATION
Bramham Primary School, Clifford, Bramham, Leeds, LS23 6JQ
www.bramhamprimary.co.uk/leeds/primary/bramham

Shadwell Primary School, Main Street, Shadwell, Leeds LS17 8JF
www.shadwell.leeds.sch.uk/leeds/primary/shadwell

Total NOR: 302
Bramham: 95
Shadwell: 207