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Headteacher

Hollybush Primary School

Hertfordshire

Salary:
L9-L15
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01/09/2015
Apply by:
30 April 2015

Job overview

"Confident Children, Challenging Curriculum, Caring Community"

Are you looking to develop your career in a highly rewarding headship?

Hollybush is a friendly and welcoming primary school seeking to appoint a new Head Teacher to drive the process of continuing improvement. We are looking for a candidate who brings experience of change, the ability to lead and motivate a team, excellent communication skills and, most importantly, a passion and commitment for delivering the best learning opportunities to all of our pupils.

This role has plenty of scope and opportunity for a highly motivated existing or aspiring Head Teacher to make a genuine difference to the lives of Hollybush children, building on our strengths and leading the school on its journey to Good - and on towards an Outstanding future.

Hollybush is a single-form entry community school located within walking distance of Hertford town centre.

Our vision is to ensure that all pupils acquire the knowledge, skills and aspirations to enable them to be successful on their learning journey.

We can offer you...

  • A supportive and proactive Governing body
  • Dedicated, conscientious and experienced staff
  • Pupils who are well behaved, keen to learn and achieve
  • A strong working partnership with parents and the local community
  • A friendly school in a sound financial position
  • An exciting opportunity for you to lead the development of our vibrant school

The successful candidate will have...

  • A passion for giving children the best possible school experience, valuing every child and ensuring that they achieve their best
  • A positive commitment towards the whole school community
  • A clear strategic vision for improving the school's effectiveness and raising standards
  • A proven track record of raising attainment and progress
  • Exceptional teaching, leadership and management skills which will inspire pupils, staff and parents
  • The ability to enhance teaching in a dynamic and innovative way, empowering staff with fresh new ideas and strategies
  • Experience of working within a leadership role in an established "Good/Outstanding School"
  • The ability to work collaboratively and objectively to improve the school's potential
  • The ability to build on thriving school community involvement
  • Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills to enhance relationships with staff, parents, governors and the wider community

If you think this is the kind of post you are looking for, please do come and visit the school. Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01992 581454.

Application Close Date: Midday on Thursday, 30th April 2015
Interview Date: Monday, 18th May 2015

Please email applications to las.governors@hertsforlearning.co.uk or apply online at www.teachinherts.com.

Hollybush School is situated in North Hertford on a pleasant, spacious site. We are a one form entry school with a morning only nursery class. We are committed to staff development as an essential part of school improvement. The school was rated as 'Requires Improvement' by Ofsted in June 2013 and we are committed to raising our achievement. Our mission is to provide a challenging curriculum and nurture confident children within a caring community.

Hertfordshire is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people

Hollybush Primary School
Fordwich Rise
Hertford
Hertfordshire
SG14 2DF
Tel: 01992 581454
Website: www.hollybush.herts.sch.uk

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