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Head Teacher

Head Teacher

Willen Primary School

Milton Keynes

  • Expired
Salary:
Indicative salary range £57,000 - £67,000
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2015
Apply by:
13 April 2015

Job overview

We are a vibrant community school, surrounded by parkland in the heart of Milton Keynes. We provide a rich and exciting curriculum to nearly 400 children who deserve an excellent education in a happy and caring environment.

Having made important differences at our school, with inclusion and safeguarding as top priorities, our very successful head teacher is moving on to a new career in the Local Authority. The Governors, staff, children and parents are seeking to appoint an outstanding leader to share our vision and lead the development of our highly successful primary school.

You will:

  • Be passionate about teaching and learning and believe in the potential of all children;
  • Have the ability to take the school to an outstanding level;
  • Be a creative and energetic leader with the ability to adapt to an ever changing educational world and work in partnership with the whole school community.

The school offers:

  • The opportunity to be imaginative and innovative in supporting school improvement for which you will receive the support of a dedicated and enthusiastic team of professional staff and governors;
  • Enthusiastic, friendly children who are keen to learn;
  • Opportunities for professional and personal development.
  • The opportunity to realise an ambitious vision for an inclusive community school.

We want to ensure our children receive an exceptional education against a backdrop of a new curriculum, a changing system of assessment and financial demands. Show us how your vision fits with ours and help write the next chapter for Willen Primary School.

Visits from potential applicants are welcome and expected. Please contact our School Business Manager, Mrs Barbara Richardson to arrange your visit to see why we are so proud of our school. Telephone no. 01908 690098 or e-mail Barbara@willen.milton-keynes.sch.uk. Application packs and further details can be obtained from Judith Cumino on 01908 253116 or by emailing HTRecruitment@milton-keynes.gov.uk.

Closing date: Monday 13th April at noon.
Shortlisting: Monday 20th April.
Interview and selection: Tuesday 28th & Wednesday 29th April.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Willen Primary School
Beaufort Drive, Willen, Milton Keynes, MK15 9HN
T: 01908 690098
W: www.willen.milton-keynes.sch.uk 

Ofsted: Good Age range: 4-11 Group 3 NoR: 374

About Willen Primary School

+44 1908 690098

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About Willen Primary School  

Willen Primary School is a large, thriving, dynamic school with a capacity of 420 children. This popular school has a history of being over-subscribed and we expect the 2017 Early Years intake to once again be 60 with a waiting list. The staff team is made up of committed professionals who are passionate about Willen Primary and the wonderful children who attend the school. 'Willen Primary is a school where everyone flourishes'

At Willen, innovative use has been made of the learning environment and each area is focused and equipped to enable staff to deliver outstanding learning opportunities. A unique feature of the school is the 'Lounge' area where our Learning Mentor works closely with children and families to ensure all children are able to reach their full potential. The 'team' atmosphere is a real strength of the staff at Willen Primary and going the extra mile is the norm. Our staff range from experienced leaders to those in the early stages of their career, but all staff are encouraged to continue to improve and develop their practice through a rigorous, well-structured programme of professional development.

The school is laid out in four distinct areas - Early Years, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2 and Hall/Administration. The school is smart and beautifully presented and we place high expectations on everyone who enters our building. The outdoor space is a real bonus and is very well equipped with two large concrete playgrounds, extensive green field areas, an all-weather activity playground and a quiet area known as R&R which is manned at break times by experienced playleaders.

Our curriculum, led by a senior teacher, is both broad and balanced. We encourage theme days and visits/visitors to enhance learning. More information about the enrichment activities we offer can be found on our website. http://willen.eschools.co.uk/website

We are part of the local community and greatly value the part played by all those involved in the daily life of the school. We have an active parents' association who work hard to raise funds for the school.

We would welcome the opportunity to show you around our wonderful school so you can meet our excellent pupils and enthusiastic staff. We look forward to meeting you.

Willen Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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