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Head of School

Wadebridge Primary Academy

Cornwall

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
5 May 2015

Job overview

Wadebridge Primary Academy is one of the largest primary schools in Cornwall with 16 classes of children organised in a two form entry school from Nursery through to Year 6. We have a skilled team of 85 staff members who work very hard to deliver dynamic and exciting learning opportunities for nearly 480 children on roll.

Bridge MAT is a family of high performing academies. We embrace a universal culture of excellence. Teaching and learning is outstanding. Children enjoy memorable learning experiences from an innovative and creative curriculum resulting in rapid progress and high attainment.

Are you ready to take on your own school supported by a team that wants to succeed? Are you equipped to lead a teaching & learning team in achieving the highest standards? Can you analyse data to make incisive strategic improvements? Are you an exemplary practitioner?

We are seeking an experienced leader but would welcome applications from ambitious senior leaders wishing to take the first step to headship. As Head of School you will lead on the day-to-day management of the school and support the Executive Principal in leading the school towards Outstanding.

The post will be under the direct management of the Executive Principal, but the Head of School will effectively run their school on a day-to-day basis, effectively leading, managing and inspiring the school, ensuring all children and employees in the school achieve their full potential in an inclusive and safe environment.

We are proud to offer...

  • A supportive and highly experienced management team including mentoring and coaching from the Executive Principal.
  • Opportunities to work across the MAT and be part of a team committed to genuine collaborative working.
  • A fantastic community of parents and children who deserve the best.
  • A highly skilled and driven team of friendly teachers to work with.

Come and visit us:

You are warmly welcome and encouraged to visit the academy. Visits are by appointment - contact Emma Fletcher to book.

To request an application pack or book a school tour place please contact Emma Fletcher at Hays Leadership on 01273 721579 or email: emma.fletcher@hays.com

To discuss the role in more detail, please call Dion Mills on 07899 063321 or email dion.mills@hays.com

Closing date: Tuesday 5th May at 9am
Interviews: Tuesday 19th & Wednesday 20th May

“Bridge MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service. Bridge MAT is an equal opportunities employer.”

Wadebridge Primary Academy

EXCELLENCE - ENTHUSIASM - CREATIVITY
INTEGRITY - DETERMINATION - CURIOSITY

Do not use the green apply button below, instead all applications should be emailed to emma.fletcher@hays.com, using the application form supplied by Emma

About Wadebridge Primary Academy

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Applications closed