Headteacher

‘Celebrating Diversity, Learning Together’

We are a co-operative academy sitting at the heart of a diverse community in north, central Bristol.  Our cooperative values are central to all aspects of school life and make our school a thriving and harmonious place to learn and work.

Due to the retirement of our existing Headteacher in December 2015, an exciting opportunity has arisen to lead our successful school.  We are looking to appoint an outstanding, highly motivated and visionary Headteacher with a commitment to our co-operative values and a proven track record of outstanding leadership in the primary phase.  The new Headteacher must possess the energy, commitment and ability to continue to improve the school, moving it from good to outstanding; to manage our continuing school expansion following the addition of our early years annexe; and to guide us through the evolving educational landscape.

We would love to hear from you if you: 

• Are an inspirational leader with an excellent record of achievement in primary education;
• Are passionate about raising standards to enable all children to achieve their full educational potential;
• Have excellent communication skills and value working collaboratively with pupils, staff, parents and governors, as well as the wider community;
• Would like to work with a strong leadership team.

In return, you will discover at Colston’s Primary:

• Enthusiastic, engaged and well-motivated children;
• A co-operative school that values and celebrates diversity;
• The opportunity to lead a good school growing in intake over the next few years;
• A strong, hard-working and cohesive staff team that shares the school's values and ethos;
• Positive relationships with parents and the wider community;
• The opportunity to continue your professional development in a vibrant school setting.

We welcome applications from experienced head teachers, or experienced senior leaders who are looking for an exciting opportunity.  We strongly encourage you to visit our school and experience for yourself what a unique and special place Colston’s Primary School is.  Visits can be arranged by contacting the school on 0117 377 2610 or by emailing office@colstonsprimary.co.uk

Please download the attached recruitment pack for further information. Printed copies of the recruitment pack are available on request to office@colstonsprimary.co.uk

Applications should be made on the attached application form.

Closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 1st June. Shortlisting will take place during that week.

Candidates selected for interview will be notified by Monday 8th June, with interviews to be held on Tuesday 23rd June and Wednesday 24th June.

The Governing body look forward to hearing from you.

All offers of appointment are conditional on the following:

• Enhanced DBS check
• The receipt of at least 2 without reservation references
• Verification of identity
• Verification of qualifications
• For all candidates; that they are legally able to work in the UK

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share the same commitment. Our school is committed to the Safer Recruitment Process and all applicants to this post will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service with Children’s Barring List Check.