Head Teacher

Care, Wellbeing and Learning

Ref: LCSC3174

10 Sessions full time

Do you want to help us continue our journey from a good to an outstanding school?

Blaydon West Primary School is situated in the heart of the Blaydon community and provides a positive, supportive and inclusive atmosphere; there is a strong commitment to ensure that each and every child achieves their highest potential. We are looking to appoint an inspirational, dynamic leader who will continue to raise standards and improve the school further.

You will be an exceptional practitioner, who is able to understand the skills required of an outstanding classroom teacher and disseminate and drive innovative and effective teaching and learning strategies throughout the school.

We are proud to offer:

• Happy, delightful children who are eager to learn
• A dedicated, hardworking and enthusiastic group of staff
• A committed and supportive governing body

We are looking for a leader who:

• Can inspire and encourage the children and staff through example, leadership and outstanding teaching skills to reach their full potential
• Is approachable, visible and supportive of children, staff and parents
• Has high expectations and can foster and further develop our inclusive ethos
• Is innovative, organised and passionate about improving educational standards

Your opportunity will be to:

• Consolidate and build upon what we have already achieved by implementing further strategies to improve and raise standards, achievement and aspiration
• Guide the school through further change and innovation to further improve the learning experience
• Develop strategies to promote our presence and positive engagement within the local community

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact Maureen Nacey, School Business Manager via the school office to arrange an appointment. Full information packs are also available from the school office.

Application forms available from Blaydon West Primary School, Blaydon Bank, Blaydon- on -Tyne, Tyne & Wear NE21 4PY on receipt of a large stamped addressed envelope Telephone: 0191 4143286. Completed Application forms should be returned direct to the school by 12 noon on12th March 2015

If successful you will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.

Closing date: noon on 12th of March 2015
Short listing: 13th of March
Interviews: 26th and 27th March 2015